Review: Line Bacon 108 Skis · 2024
By Curated Experts
Jake Renner and max pilling
Line Bacon 108 Skis · 2024
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$749.95
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The Curated Take
4.3/5
The Line Bacon 108 Skis offers an excellent choice for freeskiers seeking a versatile, playful ride, excelling in powder due to having 108mm underfoot and a twin rocker profile. Their light swingweight, soft flex pattern, and symmetrical tip and tail make for easy, nimble turns and maneuverability, enhancing the fun on off-piste adventures and park jumps. However, they sacrifice some stability at high speeds on hardpack. Due to durability concerns, they might only last for a short time for aggressive or larger skiers.
Ideal for
- 108mm underfoot keeps this ski afloat in powder and on deeper days
- A full tip and tail rocker keeps this ski easy to pivot in fresh snow and off-piste
- Excellent for cliff drops, trees on the powder days, and chunder bumps in the spring
Not ideal for
- Thin tip/tail tech may jeopardize the durability of this ski and will delaminate in the tips and tails
- Bacon 108 has a slightly softer flex rating than the average ski, losing stability at higher speeds on hardpacked snow
- Lightweight tips are not the most durable
Flotation
The Bacon 108 definitely provides the float I need for those fresh powder days. The 108mm underfoot and the full tip and tail rocker create a playful, surfy ride, especially...Read more
These perform terrific in deeper snow. They are easy to toss around and slash while staying on top of snow due to the rocker and 108 width. The thin tips...Read more
High Speed Stability
The Bacon 108 powers through choppy powder and tracked out bumps while keeping afloat in off-piste terrain. Perfect for softer snow and ungroomed chop, but I experience a bit of...Read more
Because of their playful and light nature, these skis get a little wobbly when skiing fast. They are not tuned for high speed but more for playfulness in soft snow....Read more
Carving
Its soft flex pattern throughout the ski can cause a bit of chatter in the nose when on hardpacked snow, groomers, and at higher speeds when the ski is flat...Read more
These skis are slightly hard to get on edge because of the 108 widths, but they feel hooky and responsive and hold an edge well once on edge. They're not...Read more
Playfulness
A softer flex rating combined with the symmetrical tip and tail rocker makes the Bacon 108s feel quite playful. The light swingweight allows this ski to pivot easily. Catching face...Read more
This ski loves to jump, pop, and butter its way around the mountain. It has a very soft flex, which helps with butters, pivots, and slashes, while a bit of...Read more
Durability
Unfortunately, my 2024 Bacon 108 skis had already started delaminating in the tips when I first received them. Due to this, I rate the Bacon 108 as average to below...Read more
The main issue with these skis is their durability. They are pretty fun, but some of the same things that add to their fun hinder their durability. The thin tips...Read more
Turn Ease
A full tip and tail rocker help keep this ski nimble in ungroomed terrain as both the tips and tails keep up out of the fresh snow, allowing me to...Read more
Due to its soft flex, rocker, and lightweight, these skis are very easy to throw around and maneuver. The skis can be maneuvered and tossed about as easily as any...Read more
Versatility
The Bacon 108 skis offer a versatile package that can handle a range of terrain and conditions. The Bacon 108 features Line's signature symmetrical twin-tip design, making it well-suited for...Read more
At 108, these skis are great for everything off-piste and can ski in the deepest snow. They also do well on hardpack if I don't charge through everything. I've also...Read more
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About the ski gear
- Model: Line Bacon 108 Skis · 2024
Test conditions
- When I bought these: November 2023
- Where I’ve used them: Alta, Utah
- How many times I've used it: 15
Expert Reviews of the Line Bacon 108 Skis
Jake Renner The Bacon 108s excel in various conditions. Their width and rocker profile make them well-suited for off-piste adventures. These skis provide good flotation, ease of pivoting, and maneuverability in powder and variable snow. The slight touch of camber underfoot on groomed runs delivers reliable edge hold and decent stability. The slightly softer flex rating creates some chatter in the nose if I'm bombing hardpacked snow or not on edge while on groomed trails.
These skis offer versatility and can handle a range of terrain and conditions. While they are well-suited for all-mountain skiing, their freestyle-oriented design and softer flex make them a fun option for park jumps, rails, butters, cliff drops, and back bowls.
max pilling The Bacon 108 is a very fun freestyle-oriented all-mountain ski. It sports a softer flex and has lightweight tips and a rocker. This helps it pivot, slash, and butter all over the mountain. They pop well and are designed with freestyle in mind. Because of this, they feel fun and balanced when jumping while enabling me to float through deeper snow. They don't do well at very fast speeds, but they more than make up for it with their playfulness. They do great in soft snow and deep powder. The Bacon 108 feels great to slash on the sides, pivot, and jump all over the mountain.
Product Specs
| Age Group | Adult |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Includes bindings | No |
| Model year | 2024 |
| Ski type | All Mountain, Freestyle, Powder |
| Skill level | Intermediate, Advanced |
Review Ratings
Averaged between reviewers, view below how all experts voted.
Flotation
5/5
Jake Renner gave 5 of 5 stars. The Bacon 108 definitely provides the float I need for those fresh powder days. The 108mm underfoot and the full tip and tail rocker create a playful, surfy ride, especially on fresh snow. Its width and rocker profile make it well-suited for off-piste adventures, providing good flotation and maneuverability in powder and variable snow.
max pilling gave 5 of 5 stars. These perform terrific in deeper snow. They are easy to toss around and slash while staying on top of snow due to the rocker and 108 width. The thin tips and tails combined with a soft flex really help to keep me on top and floating in deeper snow.
High Speed Stability
4/5
Jake Renner gave 4 of 5 stars. The Bacon 108 powers through choppy powder and tracked out bumps while keeping afloat in off-piste terrain. Perfect for softer snow and ungroomed chop, but I experience a bit of movement in the nose at higher speeds on hardpacked snow and groomers alike. I recommend it to freeskiers as their powder ski for inbounds terrain, but they may want to look elsewhere if they've got harder snow in mind.
max pilling gave 3 of 5 stars. Because of their playful and light nature, these skis get a little wobbly when skiing fast. They are not tuned for high speed but more for playfulness in soft snow. This aside, with good form, they will still be good going fast on smooth groomers, but they could be better on bumpy terrain at speed.
Carving
4/5
Jake Renner gave 3 of 5 stars. Its soft flex pattern throughout the ski can cause a bit of chatter in the nose when on hardpacked snow, groomers, and at higher speeds when the ski is flat on a groomer. The relatively quick edge-to-edge transition for a ski this wide is above average. While it has a relatively nimble turn radius, the ski's stability has me rating it average for carving.
max pilling gave 4 of 5 stars. These skis are slightly hard to get on edge because of the 108 widths, but they feel hooky and responsive and hold an edge well once on edge. They're not the best for carving, but they do surprisingly well for how wide and soft these skis are.
Playfulness
5/5
Jake Renner gave 5 of 5 stars. A softer flex rating combined with the symmetrical tip and tail rocker makes the Bacon 108s feel quite playful. The light swingweight allows this ski to pivot easily. Catching face shots in steep powder and landing cliff drops or jumps feel intuitive. It's a buttery ski with a soft flex pattern in the tip and tail that keeps one's ride feeling top of the line with regard to how playful the Bacon 108s are.
max pilling gave 5 of 5 stars. This ski loves to jump, pop, and butter its way around the mountain. It has a very soft flex, which helps with butters, pivots, and slashes, while a bit of camber helps to pop and get good air. It is balanced in the air and does great skiing backward as well.
Durability
3/5
Jake Renner gave 3 of 5 stars. Unfortunately, my 2024 Bacon 108 skis had already started delaminating in the tips when I first received them. Due to this, I rate the Bacon 108 as average to below average concerning durability. If someone is not an aggressive advanced Alpine skier or a lighter, smaller athlete, these skis may last longer for them. As of now, I don't believe these skis will last a season with me.
max pilling gave 3 of 5 stars. The main issue with these skis is their durability. They are pretty fun, but some of the same things that add to their fun hinder their durability. The thin tips and tails are vulnerable to delamination, and the edges can chip more easily. But these are made for softer snow, which is why they are so soft.
Turn Ease
5/5
Jake Renner gave 4 of 5 stars. A full tip and tail rocker help keep this ski nimble in ungroomed terrain as both the tips and tails keep up out of the fresh snow, allowing me to throw this ski side to side fairly easily. The ski's flex pattern leans towards the softer side, providing a forgiving and playful feel for easy turn initiation and maneuverability.
max pilling gave 5 of 5 stars. Due to its soft flex, rocker, and lightweight, these skis are very easy to throw around and maneuver. The skis can be maneuvered and tossed about as easily as any other ski. The Bacon 108s do great, especially when in softer snow. These are a good option for those who like to ski more playfully.
Versatility
4/5
Jake Renner gave 4 of 5 stars. The Bacon 108 skis offer a versatile package that can handle a range of terrain and conditions. The Bacon 108 features Line's signature symmetrical twin-tip design, making it well-suited for freestyle skiing and playful maneuvers. As mentioned under "Turn Ease," the ski's flex pattern leans towards the softer side, providing a forgiving and playful feel for easy turn initiation and maneuverability. While they are well-suited for all-mountain skiing, their freestyle-oriented design and softer flex make them a fun option for park jumps, rails, and butters.
max pilling gave 4 of 5 stars. At 108, these skis are great for everything off-piste and can ski in the deepest snow. They also do well on hardpack if I don't charge through everything. I've also seen these used well in the park. These are good skis for freestyle skiers.
FAQs
What was your favorite moment with this gear?
Jake Renner My favorite moment on the Bacon 108s was when Hayden and I got to test them out on a late spring powder day at Aspen Snowmass. We were lapping the burn cliffs all day and getting into some steep trees and bumps with just under a foot of fresh snow overnight. It was an epic day and perfect conditions to ride the Line Bacon 108s.
Why did you choose this product?
Jake Renner We chose to take the Line Bacon 108 skis out first that day since it was our widest ski in the demo quiver, and we had just gotten about a foot of fresh snow overnight. Both Hayden and I were ecstatic to test out a wider, softer powder ski in its preferable conditions, and it performed well. The true twin rocker profile and shape of the ski really helped with pivoting and throwing these skis side to side when ripping powder laps.
max pilling I chose this product because I wanted a freestyle-oriented ski that would enable me to stunt my way around the whole mountain.
What is the value for the money versus other options?
Jake Renner The Line Bacon 108 is a relatively lighter and softer ski than many other skis on the market. And this, combined with the thin tip technology, unfortunately, jeopardizes the long-term durability of the ski. We had our tips delaminating already by the time we received our 2024 demo skis, which poorly reflected the overall value of the Bacon 108. If someone can get a steal of a deal on them, go for it. Otherwise, if they're an aggressive adult Alpine skier, they may want to choose a different option that lasts longer than one season.
max pilling Because of the durability issues of this ski, they don't offer the most bang for one's buck. But they are versatile, and because of that, one can use them almost every day. They are also fun. These are a great option if someone gets a new ski every season.
What do you love about this product?
max pilling I love how this ski encourages me to slash and pop and ski differently. It is really fun and enables me to get creative.
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