the MAX - wider from tip to tail - is designed for fast starts, more stability and effortless speed buoy-to-buoy.
A big advantage for lower speeds.
The MAX is a slalom ski engineered for maximum acceleration and unmatched stability.
The MAX is wider creating acceleration through the wakes with less load on the body.
The MAX casts outward towards the buoy achieving a higher swing on the boat with less drag.
The MAX design is for skiers of all speeds - 49, 52, 55 and 58 kph.
Consider MAX if you are between sizes in a weight range for a traditional shaped ski.
Recommended ski length metric
| ski length D3 MAX | 49kph | 52kph | 55kph | 58kph | |
| 66” | -82 | -84 | -86 | -88 | kg |
| 67" | 82-93 | 84-95 | 86-98 | 88-100 | kg |
| 68” | 93+ | 95+ | 98+ | 100+ | kg |
Recommended ski length imperial
| ski length D3 MAX | 30 mph | 32 mph | 34 mph | 36 mph | |
| 66” | -180 | -185 | -190 | -195 | lbs |
| 67" | 180-205 | 185-210 | 190-215 | 195-220 | lbs |
| 68” | 205+ | 210+ | 215+ | 220+ | lbs |
Skier ability and line length may affect recommendation
The MAX is a traditional shaped ski - but wider in front and tail.
Its unique design produces perfectly symmetrical on-side and off-side turns.
The long sweet spot gives the ski stability at all speeds.
MAX Maximum Acceleration … Xtra Width A ski designed for fast starts, more stability, and effortless speed buoy-to-buoy.
MAX is a slalom ski engineered for maximum acceleration and unmatched stability. The MAX is slightly wider than D3s traditional slalom skis. The MAX creates acceleration through the wakes with less load on the body; a ski that casts outward towards the buoy achieving higher swing on the boat, with less drag.. Whether you're a shortline slalom skier at 38 off, or progressing in the course at your favorite speed, MAX helps you do more — with less effort and better results = MAX enjoyment.
The D3 MAX is equal in quality and performance of our other top-end slalom skis, with the only difference being a slightly wider profile.. The design is for skiers of all speeds whether you ride at 30, 32, 34 or 36 mph. Also consider MAX if you are between sizes in a weight range for a traditional shaped ski. o Extra Width means Less Effort o Maximum Acceleration Engineered into Every Inch o Quick Symmetrical turns On-side and Off-side o Unmatched Stability at all Speeds
The MAX features:
• Ski Profile – Wider width profile compared to the ION III and NEO III.
• Tunnel Concave - Optimized to promote cross course speed buoy-to-buoy.
• Rocker Profile - Higher rocker - Designed to promote fast & easy symmetrical turns at each buoy.
• Tail Shape – A wider tail means less resistance which allows the tail to rotate the ski to an immediate angle.
• Bevel Angle - Allows you to stay upright and level over the ski.
• Bevel Shape - The tail of the ski has a progressively larger and rounder bevel that provides stability.
• Machine Screw Inserts - Accommodates D3, Reflex and most current binding hole patterns. All inserts are set in hard PVC anchor blocks for trouble free screw retention.
• Accuset Fin Block - Accurate, three-point set screws for easy fin adjustments and laser aligned fin position.
