Try Before You Buy
Experience the perfect flex, responsiveness, and float in real mountain conditions.
DOWN SKIS demo with Snowbusters
RIDE THE SKIS BEFORE YOU BUY THEM.
Test freeride touring skis in real mountain conditions with the Snowbusters crew.
- 4
- Freeride touring models
- 100–114
- Millimetres underfoot
- MOST
- Trips and courses carry the demo
- 2009
- DOWN: factory direct since
WHY DEMO WITH SNOWBUSTERS?
We're thrilled to announce that Snowbusters has joined forces with DOWN SKIS to bring you an unparalleled demo experience. Why commit to a pair of skis without knowing they're your perfect match? Through this exclusive partnership, you can now test-drive the finest freeride touring skis before making them yours.
Expert Guidance
Our team of seasoned freeriders will help match you with your ideal ski.
Multiple Conditions
Test across varying snow and terrain to ensure versatility.
Models
Sample different widths and constructions to find your perfect match.
The demo fleet
DOWN SKIS FREERIDE TOURING MODELS.
Ask us which of these models and sizes are available for your trip.
114mm underfoot
COUNTDOWN L 114
The ultimate powder weapon.
With a generous 114mm waist and lightweight construction, the COUNTDOWN L 114 delivers supernatural float in deep snow while remaining surprisingly nimble on the ascent.
104mm underfoot
COUNTDOWN L 104
The perfect all-mountain freeride touring ski.
At 104mm underfoot, it strikes the ideal balance between powder performance and versatility, handling everything from fresh snow to spring corn with equal aplomb.
108mm underfoot
SHOWDOWN 108
The charger's choice.
Built with a more robust construction, the SHOWDOWN 108 provides unmatched stability at speed with enough width to handle the deep stuff. Your go-to for aggressive lines in challenging conditions.
100mm underfoot
SHOWDOWN 100
The precision instrument.
Narrower and more agile, the SHOWDOWN 100 delivers edge-to-edge quickness and technical precision without sacrificing float—the ideal choice when versatility is paramount.
The bar under each number shows the waist width to the same scale, so the four skis can be compared at a glance.
From enquiry to first run
HOW THE DEMO WORKS.
01
Tell us about your riding
Send us your riding, your preferred trip and your dates.
02
We confirm before you book
We confirm the demo options, the models, the sizes and any costs before you book.
03
Ride them on the trip
Test the skis across varying snow and terrain, with our team helping to match you with your ideal ski.
BREAKING BOUNDARIES, BREAKING TRAILS.
At DOWN SKIS, they believe the same as we do, that mountains aren't just conquered—they're danced with and born from a passion for untracked powder and untamed terrain. DOWN SKIS crafts high-performance tools for those who see the backcountry not as a challenge, but as a canvas.
Our philosophy is simple: exceptional engineering meets relentless innovation, creating skis that deliver uncompromising performance whether you're climbing steep cols or floating through untouched powder. Each pair is meticulously crafted to balance lightweight ascent capability with downhill performance that will leave you breathless (in a good way).
Before you ask
DEMO QUESTIONS.
- Is the demo available on every trip?
On most trips and courses, not all. The number of demo skis is limited, so ask us about your trip before you book.
- Which models and sizes can I try?
The COUNTDOWN L 114, COUNTDOWN L 104, SHOWDOWN 108 and SHOWDOWN 100. Ask us which of these models and sizes are available for your trip.
- Does the demo cost anything?
We confirm the demo options and any costs before you book.
- Is there a snowboard or splitboard demo?
Not at the moment. The demo is skis only for now, and we are trying to add snowboard gear soon.
FIND YOUR SKI MATCH.
Tell us about your riding, preferred trip and dates. We'll confirm the demo options, models, sizes and any costs before you book.