2027 Salomon Depart First Jr Skiswith C5 GW Bindings

The Salomon Depart First Jr is built for kids who are ready to leave the magic carpet behind and explore the rest of the mountain. A twin-rocker shape and a wood core help young skiers initiate turns easily and stay balanced even when their technique is still developing. It's a forgiving, playful ski that mirrors the all-mountain shape of grown-up freestyle skis, so kids can experiment with everything from groomers to small side hits. The Juniortrak binding system comes pre-mounted and adjusts to the kid's boot size.

Who it's for:

The graduating class of the beginner area, kids ready to ride a real lift and ski a real trail. It suits young skiers who have turning and stopping down but not yet repeatable.

Things to consider:

The learning years are what this ski is for, and a child improving fast will find the end of it inside a couple of seasons. That forgiving flex also starts to feel vague once a kid begins carving on purpose.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Length should follow the child rather than a chart, with the ski reaching somewhere around the chin for a skier still building consistency. Ability breaks any tie, because a confident kid handles length far better than a cautious one.