The Atomic Maverick 88 CTI is one of the most improved skis in Atomic's lineup. The outgoing Maverick 88 Ti had an impressive blend of low weight, edge grip, and power, but it could feel a bit unforgiving for skiers who weren't driving it aggressively all day. The new CTI version keeps the strong frontside performance while adding a smoother, more adaptable personality that works across a wider range of conditions and skier types.
Atomic updated the shape, softened the overall flex pattern, and reworked the construction around a Poplar and Ash wood core combined with carbon, fiberglass, and strategically placed Titanal. The result is a ski that feels woodier, more natural, and less reactive than its predecessor. It still has plenty of energy coming out of a turn, but without the nervous or pingy feel that some lighter metal skis can produce.
At roughly 1770 grams in the 179 cm length, the Maverick 88 CTI remains impressively lightweight for a directional all-mountain ski. That lower weight makes it easy to maneuver through bumps, trees, and mixed terrain while still providing enough substance underfoot to carve confidently on firm snow.
| Length (cm) | 159 | 165 | 172 | 179 | 186 |
| Radius (m) | 15 | 15.5 | 16 | 16.5 | 17 |
| Sidecut Tail (mm) | 104 | 106 | 108 | 110 | 112 |
| Sidecut Tip (mm) | 119 | 121 | 123 | 125 | 127 |
| Sidecut Waist (mm) | 87 | 87.5 | 88 | 88.5 | 89 |