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Reason 120 - 2023

Deep Snow Pleasures

Regular price $899.00 Sale price $499.00

"WNDR Alpine's widest ski is one that, unsurprisingly, really shines in deep conditions, but with a level of adaptability that is rare among ~120mm-wide skis." - Blister Review

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Light enough for a big day of human-powered access and agile enough to get the most out of any terrain, The Reason 120 is the shape for the days we all dream of. A girthy 120mm waist width provides effortless buoyancy in the deepest and lightest powder, while a spry 20m turn radius keeps the Reason easy to manage in tight terrain. The Reason’s Algal Core and Algal Wall work in conjunction to provide added stability and torsional stiffness to the platform, enabling it to be driven hard through variable snow. All in all, the Reason is a ski dedicated to deep snow pleasures that still shines in less-than-primo conditions.

  • Lengths: 170 | 177 | 184 | 191cm
  • Dimensions (Tip-Waist-Tail): 147-120-138mm
  • Radius: 16m @ 170cm | 18.5m @ 177cm | 20.5m @ 184cm | 22m @ 191cm
  • Weight (per ski): 2080 grams/4.8 pounds @ 184cm length
  • Flex: Medium overall
  • Camber Profiles: Rocker-Camber-Rocker | Full Reverse Camber
  • Intended Use: Backcountry | Deep Powder Pursuits Artist: Ryan Schmies

PRODUCT DETAILS

 

  • Radius: 20.5m @ 184cm
  • Weight: 2070g @ 184cm
  • Lengths: 170, 177, 184, 191, 183cm
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Camber

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Reverse Camber

HABITAT

Alpine touring, Backcountry skis, WNDR Alpine, algae, backcountry, microalgae, biomanufacturing, freeride, freetouring, skiing, bcorp, bcorporation, algaltech, biobased, skitouring, ski touring, freeskiing, mountaineering, outdoors, mountains, nature, natural, sustainable, freeride skis
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FOW: Pep Fujas // Photos: Jack Dawe (@wjackdawe)

OUR COMPONENTS

Algal Core

Algal Core is a vertically laminated composite of biobased high density polyurethane and domestically sourced aspen. This combination reduces weight and offers damping properties otherwise unattainable in solid wood core construction while remaining stable and intuitive to ride. Polyurethane biobased carbon content 41% by ASTM D6866-18 Method B.

Algal Wall

Algal Wall is a biobased cast polyurethane sidewall that protects the Algal Core and delivers better damping than a traditional, petroleum based ABS sidewall. Unlike traditional manufacturing techniques, we use a channel in the outside of the core as a mold for pouring in the liquid sidewall material. This creates a virtually seamless and unbreakable bond with the aspen as the sidewall hardens, increasing the overall structural integrity of the snowboard. This novel manufacturing technique diverts plastic waste from the landfill compared to traditional use of extruded plastic sidewalls. Polyurethane biobased carbon content ~68% by ASTM D6866-18 Method B.

Spiral Plate

Spiral Plate binding insert outperforms our traditional maple inserts in pullout strength testing conducted in house, resulting in better binding screw retention and enabling a more even, longitudinal flexing ski. SpiralMade™ materials are made using waste from our production process in Salt Lake City, diverting materials that would otherwise go straight to the landfill and using them to boost product performance.

SKI SPECIFICATIONS

 

Unit

Style

170

177

184

191

Length (straight tape)

cm

na

168.5

175.5

182.5

189.5

Tip Width

mm

na

147

147

147

147

Waist Width

mm

na

120

120

120

120

Tail Width

mm

na

138

138

138

138

Turn Radius

m

na

16

18.5

20.5

22

Effective Edge

cm

na

132

135

140

148

Running Surface

cm

Camber

96

102

108

115

cm

Reverse

97

103

109

117

Tip Height

mm

na

73

73

73

73

Tail Height

30

30

35

35

35

35

Midsole from Tail Notch Center

mm

na

774

809

844

879

Waist to Mount Point

mm

na

10

10

10

10

Camber

mm

Camber

+3

+3

+3

+3

mm

Reverse

-1

-1

-1

-1

Weight (approximately)

g

Camber

1870

1970

2070

2170

g

Reverse

1870

1970

2070

2170

SIZE CHART

Skier Weight Skier Height Ski Length (Expert) Ski Length (Intermediate)
130+ lbs / 59+ kg 5’4”+ / 163+ cm 170 cm
140+ lbs / 63+ kg 5’7”+ / 170+ cm 177 cm 170 cm
150+ lbs / 68+ kg 5’10”+ / 178+ cm 184 cm 177 cm
170+ lbs / 77+ kg 6’1”+ / 185+ cm 191 cm 184 cm
190+ lbs / 86+ kg 6’4”+ / 193+ cm 191 cm

Our head honcho shows us how its done! FOW: Matt Sterbenz // Photos: Pep Fujas (@pepfujas)

To Camber or Not to Camber

Take a look at our exhaustive guide to help you make the right choice about your ski.

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love them as much as we do.

Reason 120 On The Gram

Customer Reviews

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Boon H
SKI LENGTH (CM): 184
RIDER HEIGHT (FEET + INCHES OR CM): 5’9”
RIDER WEIGHT (PLEASE SPECIFY LBS VS. KG): 175
People will ski this ski and say “hell yeah”

Thursday: pick up my Reason 120s, mounted with kingpins, and skins thanks to the fringe sale

Friday: cut my hair into a mullet

Saturday and Sunday: rip the new sticks around Baker during one of the last storms of the season.

These skis are so much fun. They can lock into all sorts of turn shapes thanks to the reverse camber. They pivot, slash, but also can take massive turns down steep lines. The short(er) turn radius for this ski makes a huge difference in how easy they are to maneuver. I’ve ridden other skis with similar shape that feel like a chore to swing around, these on the other hand are super intuitive. I feel like they maneuver just as well as my 104 touring skis, but float much better. They aren’t really that heavy either, did a few full days of touring on them, like 7-8 hours, and they’re fine. Like sure they’re heavier than a 100mm ski, but these also ski much better than that ski. I haven’t skied them in true bottomless snow yet but I’m super excited to. I have skied them on some very firm wind-buffed snow on a steep slope and again they just were so easy to ski on. It was not what I expected from a 120 mm ski, but I’m super happy about it!

Really the only limitation I’ve found is that due to the closer to center mount point, they were sometimes tricky for me on steeper switchbacks. But I think that’s more to do with the fact that I’m shorter and got the 184. I don’t regret it though bc they ski so well.

I even was trying to channel my inner Pep with some 180s off some lil backcountry kickers in the baker side country.

Great ski, can’t wait to keep rippin em. I think this ski will be in my quiver for years to come.

Boon, you LEGEND! Absolutly psyched to hear about your weekend, we're glad to be a part of it. Keep treading light and charging hard, we'll see you out there!

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LM
ATE THAT S*** UP!

I demoed the 177 Reverse Reasons, and it was a revelation. For the first time ever, I truly felt like I was effortlessly surfing the earth on skis. I unexpectedly hit a jump straight into moguls and seamlessly maneuvered out of them, thanks to the wide platform that effortlessly absorbed whatever I threw at it. I glided through tighter trees with unprecedented ease. Despite their slightly heavier feel compared to my usual go-to, the Vital 98s, I discovered that this slight extra weight actually became an advantage, especially on the groomers. The stability they provided allowed me to carve with an unparalleled grip, which was new for me on a reverse camber ski. I know what I'm adding to my quiver this year!

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Yujin B
Reasons in Hokkaido

I was happy with the performance of the Reason 120 RC during a trip to Hokkaido. Float was outstanding as one would expect and manoeuvrability was highly impressive for a +2kg, 184cm ski. Unsurprising for a ski that was said to be developed/tested in Japan. The option of being able to order reverse camber is a huge drawcard to WNDR Alpine and a natural pairing for this ski.

Happy with the recommended mount point and overall flex. Possibly a bit more flex in the front end could be beneficial. The tail feels supportive enough, keeping in mind Hokkaido powder is about as soft as it gets. I definitely wouldn't want to increase the sidecut as high manoeuvrability and being able to easily slash and pivot is one of these ski's key traits. Getting the ski down to 2000g would be a nice to have but I don't think that is critical as it skis lighter than it is.

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Freddy
Wonderful Skis these WNDR Reason 120

tremendous in the powder and I can turn them in the junk and on groomers as well as my Nordica all mountains. Lover these skis. Got them at the Wonder Alpine SLC store, the folks there are great, explain the technology and techniques.

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Lee Maurer
Shredding Heaven: My Love Affair with the WNDR Reason 120 Reverse Camber

Bought it for powder, can't pick up another ski.

Let me tell you about the ride of my life – the WNDR Reason 120 Reverse Camber ski. This bad boy ain't just a pair of skis; it's a freaking revelation!

Picture this: you're knee-deep in powder, and instead of fighting to stay afloat, you're gliding effortlessly like a boss. That's the Reason 120 for you – it's like it was born to surf those snowy waves, making every run feel like a powder paradise.

When it comes to dodging trees, this ski is like a ninja on steroids. It slices through the thickest forest like it's nothing, giving you that rush of adrenaline as you zip through those tight gaps like a pro. Truly amazing how nimble this ski feels.

And get this – even on hard-packed snow, this baby holds its own. Seriously, its a charger I was carving up those groomers like a hot knife through butter. It's got this insane grip that makes you feel like you're glued to the slope.

I am on the 184 but wish I would have gone 191, 5’10.5 175

In a nutshell, the WNDR Reason 120 Reverse Camber ski is my new ride or die, maybe even a one ski quiver for some. It's got everything – pow performance, tree agility, and hardcore carving chops. I'm telling you, once you go Reason 120, you never go back.