Zai Spada are the first skis on the world made of stone.

Using stone in ski construction is a revolutionary idea. The stone core extending all along the ski is wrapped in carbon fiber to allow it to flex without breaking. This new material combination CFS (CarbonFiberStone) has some very special qualities.

And of course stone also has impressive damping characteristics whose effect is extremely important for ski performance. Simon Jacomet, the zai designer, soon realized the amazing potential of CFS and secured exclusive rights for using it in ski construction. By the way, the zai Spada (160 cm) incorporates not just any stone, but Grisons gneiss from the Calancatal valley. This exclusive feature perfectly fits the philosophy of zai skis made in Disentis.

Through a small window in the zai Spada surface you can see its stone heart of Grisons granite. While each piece of stone is unique, with a different graining, the ski characteristics stay the same.

And these are revolutionary, as confirmed by former ski racing champion Franco Cavegn after test runs. The zai Spada is so dynamic and agile that it enables an effortlessly fast and precise slalom technique. And its exceptionally smooth grippiness not only delights the most demanding skiers but also opens up new possibilities for beginners.

Fotos: Dave Brüllmann