If the Stöckli Y85 was a warship, comparing it to the USS Nimitz would be a good analogy, if it wasn’t for its astonishing maneuverability. The Stöckli Y85 reminds us at every turn we cannot trust appearances. Quite often, they can betray us. The looks of an aircraft carrier mixed with the maneuverability from a sport boat. This could be a good summary of the Stöckli Y85. That’s high praise for a model that has suffered severe cosmetic changes since last season, but keeps all the good bits in place. Knowing that it is best not to mess around with things that work, Stöckli has kept the same mold and the same technologies for this season 2014-2015.

Stöckli Y85
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If the Stöckli Y85 was a warship, comparing it to the USS Nimitz would be a good analogy, if it wasn’t for its astonishing maneuverability. The Stöckli Y85 reminds us at every turn we cannot trust appearances. Quite often, they can betray us. The looks of an aircraft carrier mixed with the maneuverability from a sport boat. This could be a good summary of the Stöckli Y85. That’s high praise for a model that has suffered severe cosmetic changes since last season, but keeps all the good bits in place. Knowing that it is best not to mess around with things that work, Stöckli has kept the same mold and the same technologies for this season 2014-2015.

Stöckli Y85
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This season’s Stöckli Spirit Globe can be defined as a GT Cruiser for sybarites. Last year we said the same and now we say it again. It is one of the most obedient skis we’ve ever tested. But don’t be fooled, while being easy and trusty, this one is for high skilled practicioners. Saying otherwise would be misleading.

Even though it does not incorporate any interface raising the boot’s sole in relation to the ski’s bottom, this is an incredibly easy to drive ski on the edges. The pleasure is immediate. It’s like if our eyes were about to close the same way as when taking our favourite candy. The Stöckli Spirit Globe has barely changed. The same mold, the same technologies and the same nice behavior. There are some cosmetic changes that will be discussed later in this review, but the overall feeling is that Stöckli knows that some of their models are still almost unbeatable. Obviously, they stick to their proven weapons.

Stöckli Spirit Globe
© Stöckli Swiss Sports AG

This season’s Stöckli Spirit Globe can be defined as a GT Cruiser for sybarites. Last year we said the same and now we say it again. It is one of the most obedient skis we’ve ever tested. But don’t be fooled, while being easy and trusty, this one is for high skilled practicioners. Saying otherwise would be misleading.

Even though it does not incorporate any interface raising the boot’s sole in relation to the ski’s bottom, this is an incredibly easy to drive ski on the edges. The pleasure is immediate. It’s like if our eyes were about to close the same way as when taking our favourite candy. The Stöckli Spirit Globe has barely changed. The same mold, the same technologies and the same nice behavior. There are some cosmetic changes that will be discussed later in this review, but the overall feeling is that Stöckli knows that some of their models are still almost unbeatable. Obviously, they stick to their proven weapons.

Stöckli Spirit Globe
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When choosing a GS ski, the Stöckli Laser GS shouldn’t be discarded until the very end. If there’s a GS ski targeted for the general public that also fulfills all the main requirements of this category, this is it. From skiers who have never tried this kind of skis to ski instructors, trainers or tourists who enjoy a dynamic and powerful skiing, everybody will find a great behavior and a good compromise at every moment. Those who have been using a good GS ski for some time know it feels well fitted, ready to face all conditions. Not everyone knows this. And by the way, if anyone is really willing to improve his own skiing (and is already an advanced skier), the Stöckli Laser GS will help him a lot.

Stöckli Laser GS © Stöckli Swiss Sports AG

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When choosing a GS ski, the Stöckli Laser GS shouldn’t be discarded until the very end. If there’s a GS ski targeted for the general public that also fulfills all the main requirements of this category, this is it. From skiers who have never tried this kind of skis to ski instructors, trainers or tourists who enjoy a dynamic and powerful skiing, everybody will find a great behavior and a good compromise at every moment. Those who have been using a good GS ski for some time know it feels well fitted, ready to face all conditions. Not everyone knows this. And by the way, if anyone is really willing to improve his own skiing (and is already an advanced skier), the Stöckli Laser GS will help him a lot.

Stöckli Laser GS © Stöckli Swiss Sports AG

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Anyone searching for a definition of the modern SL ski should always include the Stöckli Laser SL as a reference. Be aware it is not the best SL ski in the world. But if we want to talk about an uncompromised SL that fulfills all the essentials of this category, the Stöckli Laser SL does it exceptionally well.

Stöckli Laser SL
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Anyone searching for a definition of the modern SL ski should always include the Stöckli Laser SL as a reference. Be aware it is not the best SL ski in the world. But if we want to talk about an uncompromised SL that fulfills all the essentials of this category, the Stöckli Laser SL does it exceptionally well.

Stöckli Laser SL
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The middle way can be a good solution to our problems. Specially where the possible solutions are opposite to each other, exclude one another or are too specific. And this is precisely the way the Stöckli Laser AX takes, successfully becoming a brilliant solution for those who are looking for just one pair of skis to face every situation they may find on their favourite mountain.

Yes, the Stöckli Laser AR has now been rebranded as the Stöckli Laser AX for this 2014-2015 season. One letter “changes” all. Not really. The ski basically comes from the same mold. If something works beautifully, why change it? The technologies are the same and it still works like a charm.

Stöckli Laser AX
© Stöckli Swiss Sports AG

The middle way can be a good solution to our problems. Specially where the possible solutions are opposite to each other, exclude one another or are too specific. And this is precisely the way the Stöckli Laser AX takes, successfully becoming a brilliant solution for those who are looking for just one pair of skis to face every situation they may find on their favourite mountain.

Yes, the Stöckli Laser AR has now been rebranded as the Stöckli Laser AX for this 2014-2015 season. One letter “changes” all. Not really. The ski basically comes from the same mold. If something works beautifully, why change it? The technologies are the same and it still works like a charm.

Stöckli Laser AX
© Stöckli Swiss Sports AG