Stöckli Nela 88 Skis – Women’s 2024

In Europe they like to think of an “88” as a “mid-fat,” but here in North America the Stöckli Nela 88 Skis are what we reach for when it hasn’t snowed in a month and we couldn’t think of a better choice. “Damp” doesn’t begin to describe the silky-smooth ride of the Nela 88, even when the surface is chattery and rock hard, the balance between required input and edgehold is perfection, and the in-your-face Titanal topsheet is darn right beautiful. The Nela 88 stands tall in a very competitive class, and we’re glad to offer them.

Tip Rocker
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Better float in powder and less effort required to initiate turns

Tail Rocker
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Decreases the amount of edge contact toward the tail, making the ski more playful

Core

Paulownia Super Light Core

Laminates

Thin Glass Laminate
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Approximately 25% lighter than traditional Stöckli layups

Titanal Technology
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Titanal topsheet with graphics directly applied

Sidewalls

Full Polywall Sidewall
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Great impact resistance and durability.

Base

Racing Graphite Base

Edges

Solid Metal Edge Light
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Same edge thickness as the standard edge, but with thinner insertion tabs.

Graphics

Graphics are anodized and etched directly onto the Titanal topsheet

Additional Features

Made in Switzerland

Binding Compatibility

We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.

Specs

• Terrain:
  Carving, All-Mountain

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  Terrain

  Carving
  For those that like the classic feeling of laying a ski over on edge and arcing a perfect turn, carving skis are what you want. These skis have narrower waists and shorter turn radii for edge to edge quickness and responsive turn initiation and exit on groomed runs and hard pack. The beginner-intermediate skis in this category are designed to make learning how to turn as easy as going from pizza to French fries. All-Mountain
  All-mountain skis are designed to handle anything you throw at them including powder, ice, groomers, steeps, heavy snow, and everything in between, but they aren’t necessarily a master of any one terrain. If you’re only going to own one ski to do it all, this is what you want. All-mountain skis generally have what we call mid-fat waists that range from 80-110 mm.

• Skis:
  No Bindings

• Ability Level:
  Intermediate-Advanced

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  Ability Level

  Intermediate-Advanced
  Whether you’re a progressing intermediate exploring new runs and terrain, or an accomplished rider seeking new thrills, the majority of skiers and snowboarders fall into this level. Intermediate to advanced skis and snowboards may be somewhat wider or stiffer than beginner-intermediate skis and snowboards, usually with a stronger wood core and sandwich sidewall construction. Intermediate to advanced boots and bindings range from softer flexing freestyle options to stiffer choices built for stability at speed.

• Rocker Type:
  Rocker/Camber/Rocker

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  Rocker Type

  Rocker/Camber/Rocker
  Rocker/Camber/Rocker skis have the playfulness and float of a rockered ski as well as the added edge hold of a cambered ski.The contact points on skis with this profile are closer towards the middle of the ski than a fully cambered ski, but still not underfoot. The cambered midsection provides a longer effective edge on hardpack, increasing edge hold and stability, while the rockered tip and tail provide floatation in deeper snow and allow the ski to initiate and release from turns easier.

• Turning Radius:
  Short

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  Turning Radius

  Short
  < 16 m radius is best forcarving.

• Core/Laminates:
  Metal, Wood

• Tail Type:
  Flat

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  Tail Type

  Flat
  This is your traditional tail, designed to have edge contact all the way through the tail, and only designed for skiing forward. This is also preferred for alpine touring, as you can stick the tails of your skis in the snow.

• Warranty:
  1 Year