The 2025 Stöckli Montero AX is an all-mountain carving machine that feels like it was tailor-made for the skier who wants high-end precision but doesn’t want to be locked into race-course rigidity. Sitting at 80mm underfoot, the AX blends frontside sharpness with a more relaxed, adaptable feel than its narrower siblings in the Stöckli lineup. This ski knows how to rip—but also how to have a good time while doing it.

What makes the Montero AX so compelling is how it blends powerful construction with intuitive handling. You get a wood core reinforced with Titanal laminates, along with Stöckli’s Adaptive Contact Length tech that adjusts how much edge you're engaging based on your edge angle. Ski it upright and it’s cruisy and manageable; tip it over and it bites like a razor. The addition of Flex Torsion Control—a laser-cut notch system in the metal laminates—helps keep the ski smooth and forgiving at lower speeds while preserving edge hold when you're laying it over.

On snow, the AX feels silky but strong. It initiates turns with ease, thanks to the subtle rocker in the tip, and tracks steadily through everything from early-morning corduroy to late-day crud. At speed, it’s surprisingly composed for an 80mm ski—it holds an arc with poise, but doesn’t punish if you want to break things loose and slarve your way through a transition. The tail feels supportive, not punishing, which gives the ski a friendly yet confident feel whether you’re railing groomers or navigating tighter terrain.

Compared to the Stöckli Montero AR, the AX is a bit more nimble and better suited for quicker, shorter-radius turns. It's not quite as powerful at high speeds, but it makes up for that with agility and versatility. Against competitors like the Nordica Spitfire 80 or Head Supershape e-Rally, the Montero AX stands out with its luxury-smooth ride and more refined, progressive flex. It's a ski that doesn’t shout—it just quietly excels.

For advanced to expert skiers who want a ski that can carve all day, adapt to changing conditions, and still feel exciting lap after lap, the Montero AX is a best-in-class option. It’s not just precise—it’s polished. It gives you performance when you want it, and composure when you need it. A true frontside standout with just the right touch of freedom.