Atomic Backland 117 vs Atomic Vantage 97 C
Skis comparison — 2020-2021 season
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How they compare
the Atomic Backland 117 leans more freeride/powder, while the Atomic Vantage 97 C leans more all mountain. The Atomic Backland 117 uses a twin tip shape while the Atomic Vantage 97 C is flat. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Atomic Backland 117 targets expert riders while the Atomic Vantage 97 C is aimed at advanced riders.
Ratings
Piste
Atomic Backland 117
3
Atomic Vantage 97 C
7
Powder
Atomic Backland 117
9
Atomic Vantage 97 C
5
Freestyle
Atomic Backland 117
3
Atomic Vantage 97 C
5
Freeride
Atomic Backland 117
6
Atomic Vantage 97 C
6
Stiffness
Atomic Backland 117N/A
Atomic Vantage 97 CN/A
Versatility
Atomic Backland 117
5
Atomic Vantage 97 C
7
Atomic Backland 117
Atomic Vantage 97 C
Core Specs
TerrainFreeride, Powder
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeTwin Tip
Shapeflat
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelAdvanced
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
184 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
180 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile