If you like to get off the beaten track in search of powder yet still enjoy doing high-speed piste laps, then the Wailer A100 RP deserves your attention. Its 100mm waist is supremely stable whatever the conditions and the full length pre-preg carbon ensures the ski comes alive on firm snow. This construction and 15m radius make it feel light and responsive in a way unlike any other 100mm ski. The long nose profile refines the ride when it’s choppy snow and gives silky smooth floatation when you find powder.Terrain Type & Ability LevelTerrain Type The A100 simply works whatever the conditions. It carves and cruises on pistes a like a top-end ski, and thanks to the width and construction it deals with any conditions when you get it off-piste. In powder the rocker and RP shaping create effortless turns. As DPS often comment, it is the Daily Driver, the ski to take when you need it to work everywhere.Skier TypeAdvanced and expert skiers wanting all condition performance from one ski. It may be easy to ski but it does also have a huge performance range thanks to the high-tech construction. The shape and flex make it more on the playful side than powerful, but this doesn’t mean it isn’t lively or responsive. This Alchemist version is more precise and lighter than the Foundation model.OverviewShapeThe RP shape is both surfy and intuitive. The tapered tip and tail initiate turns effortlessly and allows them to be exited with clean carves or easily washed out. 100mm provides impressive float when you find soft snow, working with the shape to allow the ski to flow through turns in powder and keep a fun. surfy feel even when the snow isn’t deep or you’re on groomers. The turny 15m radius feels great on firmer snow and helps create the flowing feel in softer conditions.RockerRocker at the tip and tail equates to 45% rocker. Sounds like a lot but it works perfectly with the shaping. The camber underfoot makes the most of the carbon construction and playful 15m radius.CoreAspen is a light but tough wood, making it ideal for a high-performance ski that wants to keep the weight down.ConstructionSidewalls maximise the precision and the energy transfer, resulting in the best levels of edge grip and control. Alchemist build is cutting edge.Key FeaturesAlchemistAlchemist models are Pure Carbon skis that are the ultimate expression of the craft. Vibration-tuned aerospace grade carbon ski construction melded with absolutely the finest in supporting materials. Damp, but light in weight when compared to a traditional alpine build, Alchemist-constructed skis are engineered to be the ultimate performance construction with minimal compromise in any application. Accomplished skiers feel at home charging high-speed resort laps, or taking these skis into the backcountry for a quick run.RP ShapingThe RP chassis started with the first Wailer 112 RP design that incorporated generous tip/tail rocker and taper. RP originally stood for ‘Resort Powder’, and the legend began. Its shape opens doors and makes truly versatile powder planing accessible to many. The RP’s core shaping equation is impressive, 45% rocker merged with a 15m sidecut and means natural, intuitive skiing.eB tester’s comments: Dani (Aviemore) excellent floatation and super easy turn initiation in powder and great handling on piste. An awesome blend of on/off piste performance.Technical SpecificationsSize (cm)Tip Width (mm)Waist Width (mm)Tail Width (mm)Radius (m)Weight (g)171131100116151760179132100117151805184133100118151880189134100119152000General InformationSkier Ability: Advanced/expertTerrain Type: Freeride Rocker: Tip/Tail RockerRadius: ShortBase: SinteredBindings: n/aDIN: n/aConstruction: Full SidewallCore: Wood, Carbon Demo: YesSizing Description: Forehead to over head height. The increased length ensures better grip, stability and floatation and is essential to making the ski work to its full potential. Large rockers at the tip mean it is important not to size down.