Rafiki Powder Skis | Smells Like Queen Spirit

✔️ Ample tips and waists provide a floaty ride, while pared-down tails make for quick release and instant control

✔️ Medium turn radius ensures easy turn initiation in many conditions, without comprising stability and control, especially at speed

✔️ Early-rise tip profile is a directional shape that pairs off-piste stability and soft snow performance with control

✔️ Rocker in the tips handles crud and bumps upfront and provides maximum float in the soft snow; slightly eased tails enhance control

✔️ Camber underfoot allows you to have full control on groomers

✔️ Sandwich construction with a full-width triaxial fiberglass layup

✔️ Blended wood core is composed of FSC certified poplar and birch that improves stability in firm and variable conditions

✔️ Slanted ABS sidewalls provide torsional stiffness

Tip & Tail Rocker
Tip and Tail Rocker (420 mm tip / 330 mm tail) with 2mm mild camber underfoot.

• Easy turn initiation - The rocker in the tip and tail help the ski pivot smoothly into turns
• Stable on groomed runs - The camber underfoot keeps you connected to the snow for precise control
• Floats in powder - The rockered tip won't dive or catch in soft snow
• Forgiving - Less likely to catch an edge compared to full-camber skis

Sidecut
The 18-21m sidecut on the Rafiki has a longer, medium turn radius. This sweet spot ensures easy turn initiation in many conditions, without compromising stability and control, especially at speed.

• Medium turn radius - The longer radius provides the perfect sweet spot for versatile skiing
• Easy turn initiation - Ensures smooth turn entry in many different conditions
• High-speed stability - Won't compromise stability and control, especially at speed
• Reliable performance - Consistent turn shape across varying terrain and conditions

FSC Certified Birch & Poplar Wood Core

Birch wood is durable, responsive, and lively. It transmits your movements directly to the snow and doesn't feel dead or dull. Poplar makes the ski feel lively and reduces weight.

Triaxial Fiberglass Laminates

• Torsional strength - Resists twisting when you're on edge
• Smooth power transfer - Your energy goes efficiently into the turn
• Consistent flex - The ski bends predictably from tip to tail
• Dampens vibration - Reduces chatter at high speeds

IS 7500 Sintered Base

• Fast - Sintered bases glide better than extruded bases
• Durable - Harder than extruded bases, resisting scratches and gouges
• Repairable - Our bases are 1.3 mm thick, which is thicker than industry standard so you can stone grind the base more times

1.7mm Steel Edges

Lightweight 1.7mm steel edges that won't dull quickly and grip hard snow and ice.

If you're looking for a proper powder ski or a ski that can you can use both in the backcountry and at the resort, the Rafiki is your best option. It's made from the same core materials as our La Nieve backcountry ski and is just as wide, but will perform better on in-bounds terrain.

Not sure if this is the ski for you? Deep dive into the differences between all of our models in this handy flow chart.

Compare specs across all of our models here and find mounting info for your binding placement too.

Not sure what size is right for you? Check out our size guide here and learn how to choose the right size ski.

What's Your Return Policy?

We have a money back guarantee on our skis and snowboards that are on permanently marked down. Ski or ride them for five days during the season, and if you don't like them you can return them for a full refund. Get the details here. 

Returns

Our guarantee does not apply to skis purchased from another retailer. If you do need to exchange or return an item all you need is your order number and/or the email you used to checkout. Contact us to start the process.

How Do You Ship?

We ship skis and snowboards via USPS Ground Saver. We do offer expedited shipping if you need them sooner.

Can I Pay In Installments?

Yes! Choose from either Shop Pay and Afterpay in checkout to see what rates and plans you qualify for. During pre-sales and over the summer, we offer payment plans that will automatically appear. If you don't see it, it's not available at this time.

What's Your Warranty on Skis and Snowboards?

We offer a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects. Click here for the details.

I Still Have Questions... HELP!

Best way to reach us is via email at hello@coalitionsnow.com, Monday through Friday. As a small team, we do our best to respond in less than 24 hours.