2025 Line Optic 96 Skis with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings

The 2025 Line Optic 96 with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings is a versatile all-mountain ski designed for skiers who want to tackle every part of the mountain. With its ability to seamlessly transition between on-trail and off-trail conditions, the Optic 96 shines as an all-mountain tool that performs exceptionally well across various terrains and snow conditions. Its supportive flex pattern and titanal construction offer excellent edge grip on firm snow, while its playful shape ensures maneuverability in soft or variable conditions. We paired the Optic 96 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:

The Optic 96 stands out in the mid-90 mm all-mountain category for its exceptional balance between power and maneuverability.

Who it's for:

This ski is ideal for advanced to expert freeride skiers who need a versatile ski that excels both on and off the trail.

Highlights:

The Line Optic 96 features an Aspen Veneer wood core, which uses narrow aspen stringers to deliver a balanced flex pattern that combines stability and smoothness with forgiveness and playfulness. The ski also includes Gas Pedal Metal Overdrive titanal laminates, which provide additional torsional and longitudinal stiffness for enhanced carving performance, vibration damping, and overall stability at high speeds. 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:

While the Optic 96 has a somewhat twin tip shape that supports a freeride style, skiers who prefer a more directional ski with a flatter tail and longer effective edge may find other options more to their liking.

Fit & sizing considerations:

These ski true to size.