Ski Edge Angle Chart by Manufacturer
Looking for the factory edge angle on your skis? This ski edge angle chart compares base bevel, side edge angle, and side bevel for popular ski brands and models including Atomic, Armada, Blizzard, Dynastar, Elan, Fischer, Head, K2, Line, Nordica, Rossignol, Stöckli, and Völkl. Use it as a reference for purchasing, tuning skis or trying to preserve the manufacturer's original factory edge geometry.
The angle between the ski's base and the bottom surface of the steel edge. Smaller angles engage more quickly; larger angles are generally easier to pivot and less grabby.
The included angle commonly listed by ski manufacturers. A 87° side edge angle is equivalent to a 3° side bevel.
The amount removed from the side of the edge. A larger side bevel can create a more acute edge for stronger grip on firm and icy snow.
Factory Ski Edge Angles by Brand
Choose a brand below to shop the skis currently carried by Suburban Ski & Bike, or use the searchable factory-angle chart to find a specific ski family or model.
| Brand | Model / Ski Family | Base Bevel | Side Edge Angle | Side Bevel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armada | Antimatter 88 / Antimatter 92 / ARV 84 / ARV 88 / ARV 94 / ARV 100 / ARV 106 Madsteez / ARW 84 Women's / ARW 88 Women's / ARW 94 Women's / BDOG 94 / Edollo 91 / Whitewalker 108 | 1.3° | 87.5° | 2.5° |
| Atomic | Bent 85 / Bent 90 / Bent Jr / Bent Chetler Mini / Maverick 84 / Maverick J / Maven 84 | 1.3° | 87° | 3° |
| Atomic | Bent 100 / Bent 110 / Bent Chetler 120 / Maverick 86 C / Maverick 88 CTI / Maverick 96 CTI / Maverick 105 CTI / Maven 86 C / Maven 88 CTI / Maven 94 CTI / Maven 103 CTI / Cloud Q8 / Cloud Q9 / Cloud Q11 / Redster Q4 / Redster Q6 / Redster Q7.8 / Redster Q9.8 | 1.0° | 87° | 3° |
| Atomic | Maverick 115 CTI | 1.3° | 87° | 3° |
| Atomic | Cloud C12 Revoshock C / Redster S9 Revoshock S / Redster G9 Revoshock S | 0.8° | 87° | 3° |
| Atomic | Redster J9 RS J-RP | 1.0° | 87° | 3° |
| Atomic | Redster S9 FIS J-RP³ | 0.8° | 87° | 3° |
| Atomic | Redster S9 FIS 155 / Redster S9 FIS W 157 | 0.5° | 87° | 3° |
| Atomic | Redster G9 FIS / Redster G9 FIS Revoshock S | 0.8° | 87° | 3° |
| Blizzard | Anomaly 84 / Anomaly 88 / Anomaly 94 / Black Pearl 84 / Black Pearl 88 / Black Pearl 94 / Rustler 9 / Rustler 10 / Sheeva 9 / Sheeva 10 | 0.9° | 87.5° | 2.5° |
| Dynastar | M-Cross 78 / M-Cross 78 Women's / M-Free 94 / M-Free 100 / M-Free 108 / M-Menace 90 / M-Pro 85 Women's / M-Pro 92 Women's / M-Pro 94 Ti / M-Pro 100 Ti | 1.0° | 88° | 2° |
| Elan | Element 74 / Element 74 Women's / Ripstick 84 / Ripstick 84 Women's / Ripstick 88 / Ripstick 88 Black Edition / Ripstick 88 Women's / Ripstick 94 Women's / Ripstick 96 / Ripstick 96 Black Edition / Ripstick 102 / Wildcat 78 C / Wildcat 78 Ti HD / Wildcat 83 C / Wingman 78 Ti HD | 1.0° | 88° | 2° |
| Fischer | Aspire 73 / RC Fire 73 / RC4 Race Jr / The Curv GT 76 XTR / The Curv GT 80 / The Curv GT 80 XTR / The Curv Jr / The Curv X XTR | 1.0° | 87° | 3° |
| Fischer | Ranger 90 / Ranger 96 / Ranger 102 / Ranger Jr | 1.2° | 87° | 3° |
| Head | Absolut Joy Women's / Discovery 78 Sport / Discovery 82 Pro AM / Kore 87 Ti Women's / Kore 88 Ti / Kore 93 Ti Women's / Kore 94 Ti / Kore 100 Ti / Pure Joy Women's / Supershape e-Rally / Supershape e-Titan / Yahoo 94 | 0.8–1.2° | 88–88.5° | 1.5–2.0° |
| Head | WCR e-GS Rebel Team / WCR e-SL Rebel Team / Worldcup e.Race Team Junior | 0.8–1.2° | 88–88.5° | 1.5–2.0° |
| Head | WCR e-SL Rebel FIS / World Cup Rebels e-Race Pro / World Cup Rebels e-Speed Pro | 0.4° | 88–88.5° | 1.5–2.0° |
| Line | Blend 98 / Chronic 94 / Tom Wallisch Pro 90 | 1.5° | 88.5° | 1.5° |
| Nordica | Dobermann Multipista 80 DC / Enforcer 89 / Enforcer 94 / Enforcer 99 / Santa Ana 87 Women's / Santa Ana 92 Women's / Steadfast 75 CA / Steadfast 80 CA / Steadfast 85 DC / Unleashed 98 CA / Unleashed J / Wild Belle 74 Women's / Wild Belle 84 DC Women's | 1.0° | 88° | 2.0° |
| Rossignol | Arcade 78 Women's / Arcade 80 / Arcade 80 Women's / Arcade 84 / Arcade 84 Women's / Arcade 88 / Rallybird Soul 92 Women's / Sender Jr / Soul 92 / Soul 102 / Soul Jr / Super BlackOps | 1.0° | 88° | 2.0° |
| Rossignol | Hero Athlete GS Pro / Hero Athlete SL Pro | 0.5° | 87° | 3.0° |
| Rossignol | Hero Athlete FIS GS Factory / Hero Athlete GS | 0.75° | 87° | 3.0° |
| Rossignol | Hero Elite LT TI / Hero Elite ST TI / Hero LT TI / Hero Master LT / Hero MT TI C.A.M. / Hero ST TI | 0.75° | 88° | 2.0° |
| Stöckli | Laser SX | 1.0° | 88° | 2.0° |
| Stöckli | Montero AR / Montero AR Pro / Montero AS / Montero AW Women's / Montero AX / Nela 86 Women's / Nela 88 / Nela 93 Women's / Stormrider 88 / Stormrider 95 | 1.5° | 88° | 2.0° |
| Völkl | Blaze 82 / Blaze 86 / Blaze 86 Women's / Blaze 94 / Blaze 104 / M7 Mantra / Mantra 84 / Mantra 84 Women's / Mantra 88 / Mantra 88 Women's / Mantra Junior / Peregrine 78 / Peregrine 82 / Revolt 86 / Revolt 96 / Revolt 101 / Secret 88 Women's / Shine 72 Women's / Shine 76 Women's / Shine 78 | 1.0° | 88° | 2.0° |
Factory edge angle chart last updated: September 9, 2026
Side Edge Angle vs. Side Bevel
Ski manufacturers do not always describe the side edge in the same way. Some list the included side edge angle, such as 87°, while tuning tools are often labeled by side bevel, such as 3°. These measurements describe the same edge geometry from opposite references.
For example, an Atomic ski listed with an 87° side edge angle uses a 3° side bevel, while a Blizzard ski listed at 87.5° uses a 2.5° side bevel.
What Is a Ski Base Edge Angle?
Smaller Base Bevel
A smaller base bevel such as 0.5° allows the edge to engage with the snow very quickly. This is common on high-performance race skis where precision and immediate edge response are priorities.
Larger Base Bevel
A larger base bevel such as 1° to 1.5° gives the ski slightly more freedom before the edge engages. This can make a ski easier to pivot and release in variable terrain or softer snow.
Base bevel is especially important because removing additional material from the base edge permanently increases the bevel. Returning a ski from a larger base bevel to a smaller one generally requires flattening or stone-grinding the ski.
What Ski Edge Angle Should I Use?
| Use | Typical Base Bevel | Typical Side Bevel | General Feel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recreational / All-Mountain | 1° | 2° | Balanced edge engagement and forgiveness |
| Performance Carving | 0.8° - 1° | 2° - 3° | Quicker engagement and stronger hard-snow grip |
| Slalom Race | 0.5° | 3° | Very quick edge engagement and maximum precision |
| GS Race | 0.75° | 3° | Strong edge hold with a slightly smoother, more progressive engagement |
| Freeride / Powder | Approximately 1° - 1.5° | Approximately 1.5° - 3° | Easier release and maneuverability in variable snow |
Should You Keep the Factory Ski Edge Angle?
For most skiers, maintaining the manufacturer's original factory bevel is a good starting point. Ski designers select the base and side edge geometry to complement the ski's intended terrain, construction, shape, and performance level.
Racers and experienced tuners may intentionally change edge geometry to create a more specialized feel. A more aggressive side bevel can increase hard-snow grip, while changes to base bevel affect how quickly the ski engages and releases. Because changing the base bevel is difficult to reverse without grinding the base, modifications should be made carefully.
Race Ski Edge Angles
Race skis often use more aggressive factory edge preparation than recreational skis. Atomic, Rossignol, Nordica, Stöckli, and Völkl all use discipline-specific edge geometry on at least some of their race models. Slalom skis commonly use smaller base bevels for rapid edge engagement, while giant slalom, super-G, and downhill skis may use progressively larger base bevels depending on the manufacturer's race specification.
Racers should also remember that a race technician may intentionally prepare a ski differently from its original factory specification based on athlete preference, snow conditions, course set, discipline, and level of competition.
Ski Edge Angle & Bevel Questions
What edge angle should skis be tuned to?
The correct ski edge angle depends on the ski, terrain, and intended performance. Many recreational and all-mountain skis use approximately a 1° base bevel with a 2° side bevel, while performance and race skis may use a smaller base bevel and a more aggressive side bevel. When maintaining a ski, the best starting point is usually the factory edge angle specified by the manufacturer for that exact model.
What are the factory ski edge angles by manufacturer?
Factory ski edge angles vary by manufacturer and often by individual model. Atomic, Fischer, Rossignol, Völkl, Blizzard, Nordica, Stöckli, Armada, Head and other brands may use different base and side bevels across their race, carving, all-mountain, freeride, and junior skis. The manufacturer chart above lists factory base bevel and side edge specifications for the ski brands and model families carried by Suburban Ski & Bike.
What is the difference between ski base bevel and side bevel?
Base bevel is the angle between the bottom of the ski and the base surface of the steel edge. Side bevel is the angle cut into the side of the steel edge. Base bevel primarily affects how quickly the edge engages and releases, while side bevel influences how aggressively the edge can grip firm snow. Together, the two angles determine the ski's finished edge geometry.
Is an 87° ski edge angle the same as a 3° side bevel?
Yes. An 87° side edge angle corresponds to a 3° side bevel when measured from a 90° reference. An 88° side edge is a 2° side bevel, while an 87.5° side edge is a 2.5° side bevel. Manufacturers sometimes publish the included side edge angle while tuning tools may instead be labeled by degrees of side bevel.
What edge angle do Atomic Redster skis use?
Atomic Redster edge angles vary by model and race discipline. Many Redster models use an 87° side edge angle, equivalent to a 3° side bevel, while the factory base bevel can vary. Redster FIS SL skis may use a smaller base bevel than GS, junior race, or speed-event skis. Check the Atomic section of the factory edge angle chart above for the specification that matches your Redster model.
What edge angle do Rossignol race skis use?
Rossignol race ski edge angles vary by model and race discipline. Slalom-oriented race skis commonly use a 0.5° base bevel with a 3° side bevel, while giant slalom models may use a 0.75° base bevel with a 3° side bevel. Check the Rossignol section of the factory edge angle chart above for the specifications of a specific model.
What edge angle do Head race skis use?
Head race ski edge angles vary by model and race category. FIS and race-oriented models can use more aggressive factory tunes than recreational HEAD skis, with differences in base bevel depending on the specific race ski. Check the HEAD section of the factory edge angle chart above before tuning a specific model.
What edge angles are used on race skis?
Race ski edge angles are generally more aggressive than recreational ski tunes, but there is no universal race setting. Slalom skis often use a smaller base bevel for very quick edge engagement, while GS, super-G, and downhill skis may use progressively different base bevels. Side bevels around 3° are common on many race skis, although the exact specification varies by manufacturer, discipline, athlete, and race preparation.
Should I change the factory edge angle on my skis?
Most skiers should maintain the factory edge geometry unless they have a specific reason to change it. Ski manufacturers select edge angles to complement the intended performance of each model. Side bevel can be adjusted with the proper tuning tools, but changing base bevel requires extra care because increasing it removes material from the base edge and generally requires a base grind to reduce it again.
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