2026 DPS Lotus 117 Skis with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings

The 2026 DPS Lotus 117 with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings is built for skiers who live for deep days and dream lines. With a wide, surfy platform and impressively low weight, this ski combines big-mountain stability with backcountry versatility. Whether you're dropping in off a heli, skinning before sunrise, or charging through storm-day laps, the Lotus 117 provides reliable float, power, and finesse in soft snow. We paired the ski with the Marker Griffon 13 ID because of the Griffon’s precision and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a robust construction and all the best tech, the Griffon 13 is a popular high-performance binding choice for wider-bodied skis for good reason.

Why we like it:

It’s one of those rare powder skis that balances high-speed confidence with quick maneuverability. Lightweight without being twitchy, powerful without being punishing—this ski is purpose-built for deep days and demanding terrain. It feels precise and planted where it counts, but never heavy or sluggish.

Who it's for:

Made for advanced and expert directional powder skiers who prioritize float and control in soft snow. Whether you’re tackling backcountry objectives, heli trips, or inbounds pow laps, the Lotus 117 is your weapon of choice when conditions are all-time.

Highlights:

A carbon and paulownia wood core blend keeps the ski featherlight while maintaining the rigidity and damping needed for high-performance freeride skiing. A rockered, tapered tip delivers effortless float and smooth turn initiation in deep snow, while the moderate pintail helps anchor the tail and adds control when exiting turns. With a 21-meter turning radius, it strikes a predictable balance between open-bowl speed and technical precision. As we’ve come to expect from Marker, there’s no shortage of tech packed into the Griffon 13 binding. Marker’s Triple Pivot Elite Toe and Inter-pivot 3 Freeride Heel systems work in tandem to provide improved edge grip and control, as well as helping to mitigate vibrations for a smooth ride. A cleverly placed anti-ice rail sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape off those pesky clumps of snow and ice that accumulate on the sole of your boot. With Multinorm (MN) boot compatibility, the Griffon 13 is a versatile and reliable choice for a huge range of skiers and applications.

Things to consider:

The Lotus 117 is tuned for soft snow and directional skiing. It doesn’t offer the freestyle flexibility or on-piste versatility of narrower or twin-tip options, so it’s best paired with powder days and aggressive skiers who drive the ski from the front.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Skis true to size. Go longer for more float and better high-speed composure, or shorter for maneuverability in trees and tighter lines.