2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA Skis

SKU 0A669300

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DESCRIPTION

The 2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA is a playful freeride ski built for skiers who want a surfy, maneuverable ride with just enough edge grip when it counts. It blends floatation and agility for soft snow adventures without losing its composure when things get firm.

Why we like it:

It offers a balanced, accessible freeride feel with surprising edge hold and damping for a metal-free construction.

Who it's for:

Best suited for advanced to expert skiers who prioritize soft snow performance, slashes, and playfulness in off-piste terrain.

Highlights:

The Unleashed 106 CA combines modern shaping with a Lite Performance Wood Core and carbon stringers, keeping things light and snappy. Nordica's Freeride Flow shape and profile keeps some camber underfoot and adds rocker in the tip and tail, giving the 106 CA a smeary, playful personality that's perfect for creative lines in tight terrain.

Things to consider:

It’s not a hard-charging ski for icy steeps or high speeds; skiers who prefer precision and dampness might want more metal underfoot.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Skis true to size. Consider sizing up for more float and stability in deep snow.

PRODUCT FEATURES

Sidecut: 137.5/106/126.5 mm at 178 cm length
Radius: 17.7 m at 178 cm length
Construction: Full Wood Core with Carbon Stringers
Rocker: Freeride Flow Shape
Lite Performance Wood
Rocker / Camber / Rocker
Carbon
Freeride Flow Shape
Ability Level: Advanced to Expert

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SPECIFICATIONS

PREFERRED TERRAIN

Freeride, All-Mountain, Powder

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Model Year	Product Page	Ski Test Results	Chairlift Chat
2027	2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA Skis—Skis with bindings—Skis with bindings	2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA	—

It's excels in tight, technical terrain when you have to make quick moves, but does require some skier input.

Jeff Neagle

Tester Reviews

3 testers reviewed the 2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA

Jeff submitted 2 test cards — select one:

tester:

Jeff Neagle

Ability: Expert
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 165
Days / Year: 120-140
Age: 40
Years Skiing: 38

Flowing and Kind of Fast with Freestyle/Freeski Influence

Ski:

2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA Skis

Size Tested:

185 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Stowe, mix of groomers and some deeper wind drifts, some wind-buffed, some really nice powder.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

It skis shorter than the Unleashed 108, but I don't think it skis "short" from an overall perspective. Looking forward to trying the 178, but I expect I'll prefer 185.

Scores

Floatation:8/10

Stability:6/10

Quickness:7/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:7/10

Versatility:7/10

Overall:8/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

I was initially surprised at how grippy it was for a 106 ski with no metal, but there's a lot of camber and it's not super soft, so it makes sense. On firmer snow, it felt snappy, energetic, and lively, but more trustworthy than I expected. It makes a nice round turn and feels quite responsive. In deeper snow, it releases easier than the Unleashed 108 and overall is relatively easy to ski and intuitive. It's certainly not the softest, most playful freeride ski out there, but strikes a nice balance for a lot of skiers.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

It's excels in tight, technical terrain when you have to make quick moves, but does require some skier input. That's reflected by the fact that it's pretty supportive if you want to ski fast and direct, or at least it was for my weight. The softer the snow, the better, but it can handle some adversity.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

It's pretty wide, and given the flex pattern, probably not the best for an intermediate. I do, however, think a lower-level advanced skier would do just fine, especially one looking to venture into the world of off-piste terrain and deeper snow. Lighter weight experts who don't need the extra vibration damping of the metal version may prefer this as well.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

I genuinely don't know if I prefer this version of the Ti version. Looking forward to trying both more.

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tester:

Jeff Neagle

Ability: Expert
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 165
Days / Year: 120-140
Age: 40
Years Skiing: 38

Flowing and Kind of Fast with Freestyle/Freeski Influence

Ski:

2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA Skis

Size Tested:

185 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Stowe, mostly packed powder groomers, but some off-piste and some fresh snow too. Not deep, however.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

I think it skis true to size for a freeride ski like this.

Scores

Floatation:8/10

Stability:7/10

Quickness:9/10

Playfulness:9/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:9/10

Overall:9/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

It's interesting skiing the Unleashed 106 and Unleashed 106 CA back to back. Obviously, they share the same shape, and even beyond that, they're quite similar... there is a difference in vibration damping vs energy, however. I have to say, I do think I prefer the increased energy of the Unleashed 106 CA. I'm sure some of that has to do with being a relatively smaller, or I guess just not a heavy skier, but even if I was a bit bigger, I still might prefer the CA. It's no slouch at speed and still has good stability and vibration damping, but it's a little more energetic than the metal-clad ski and just quicker overall, which I appreciate. It's lighter too. Not much, but you can feel it, which for me helps when popping 180s and when just being kinda silly on the mountain.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

It's a very versatile ski for being 106 underfoot. It truly handles a groomer really well, then it has enough float for soft snow and enough rocker and taper that it's easy to release and make quicker, more slashy/pivoted turns. There's still some solid skier input needed as it still has that Nordica DNA. It prefers to be driven and skied, rather than ridden, so to speak, which I find is true with all of Nordica's skis these days.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

It's more approachable than the Unleashed 106 with metal, but it's still best for an advanced or expert level skier. I think there are better options for an intermediate looking for a wider soft snow ski.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

Graphics are sweet!

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Matt submitted 2 test cards — select one:

tester:

Matt Stromecki

Ability: Expert
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 195
Days / Year: 140
Age: 27
Years Skiing: 26

Would describe myself as a freecarver (Freeride skier at heart with a love for carving). Any excuse to go drops, cliffs, jumps, spins, etc., I will take. But also very much enjoy pure carving on skis that many would consider far too wide to carve on.

Ski:

2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA Skis

Size Tested:

185 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Stowe VT, Trees, groomers, soft snow, firm underneath.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

Just right, could go longer if we had more open terrain.

Scores

Floatation:9/10

Stability:9/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:9/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

These things are sweet! Slightly lighter than the Ti 106, similar flex pattern and feels more flickable and playful. It took me a couple days to get used to both the 106 and 106 CA, but now I am in love with them. They retain the same level of carving performance as the old 108 but just made them a little more chargey and semi-playful. They are still not the most playful in this category but they are playful for a Nordica. The tip taper and overall taper make them easier to use off trail and in bumps. It's hard to not talk about carving performance because these things rip carved turns. For off trail use, you do have to stay somewhat centered to access the smeariness and to get them to be quick, you need to be fairly forward in the boots. This is all very Nordica to me. Great stuff here!

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

Off trail freeride while trenching carves to get from stashe to stashe.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

Advanced to expert, they aren't the easiest freeride ski.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

I've changed my tone big time on these. I had a day where the snow was weird and I think I judged them too quickly. Now I am obsessed with them.

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tester:

Matt Stromecki

Ability: Expert
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 195
Days / Year: 140
Age: 27
Years Skiing: 26

Ski:

2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA Skis

Size Tested:

185 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Stowe, VT - Sun-effected powder and crud.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

Felt good but would like to try the 190 cm.

Scores

Floatation:9/10

Stability:9/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:8/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:9/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:10/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

Awesome freeride ski! As the owner of the Unleashed 108, this new 106 is a great refinement and change to a more modern freeride ski. Although the CA does not have any metal in it, it feels very similar to the Ti version. These things want to GO. No fear of speed or what is in front of them, just bulldozers. The added rocker and new shape is incredible for soft snow. I did find that the tails were a bit stiff in our tight trees, so you need to stay forward in the boot and really drive the tips at all time. You can't really rudder the tails like you can with a QST 106. But for someone like me, this is a top contender for a 1 ski quiver for here at Stowe.. they are insane carvers but are great in the trees and for freeride.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

Pure freeride! But some carving as well!

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

Advanced to expert skiers.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

It feels like a better Enforcer 104 Free without metal!

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2027 Nordica Unleashed 106 CA Skis

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