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HEAD Crux 87 Pro
- – lightweight all-mountain touring skis for climbs and technical descents (2 binding options)
The HEAD Crux 87 Pro is a modern touring ski designed for skiers who want to combine lightweight uphill efficiency with confident and stable downhill performance both on-piste and off-piste. With its versatile 87 mm waist width, the ski performs well in a wide range of snow conditions while maintaining an excellent balance between climbing efficiency and downhill control.
The construction features Topless Tech, a lightweight Karuba wood core and a Full Triaxial Carbon Jacket. This combination delivers extremely low weight while preserving high torsional stiffness, precise handling and reliable edge grip.
The Crux 87 Pro is ideal for touring skiers looking for lightweight, fast and technically precise skis for full days in the mountains.
Who this model is for
- sport-oriented touring and ski mountaineering skiers
- skiers combining climbs with technical descents
- advanced users seeking lightweight high-performance touring skis
On-snow performance
- extremely lightweight during climbs
- stable and precise downhill handling
- strong edge grip on firm snow
- confidence in changing terrain conditions
Understanding the key parameters
Waist width: 87 mm (126–87–108 mm)
Versatile touring width balancing efficiency and downhill control.
Turn radius: 17.7 m (177 cm)
Stable turn shape with reliable high-speed control.
Lengths: 149 / 156 / 163 / 170 / 177 / 184 cm
Wide range of lengths for touring and light freeride use.
Construction: Sandwich Cap Construction
Balanced combination of lightweight feel and stability.
Core: Karuba Light Weight Wood Core
Ultra-light wood core for efficient uphill travel.
Rocker: Tip-Tail Rocker
Improved soft snow handling and easier turn initiation.
Technologies used
- Full Triaxial Carbon Jacket – high torsional stiffness and stability
- Graphene – lightweight and extremely strong
- Karuba Light Weight Wood Core – ultra-light touring core
- Topless Tech – reduced weight without sacrificing performance
- Structured UHM C Base – fast and durable base
- Tail Notch – skin attachment preparation
- Snow Free Coating – reduces snow buildup
- Tip-Tail Rocker – improved control in mixed terrain
Binding options
The model is available in two configurations:
ALMONTE 12 PT (DIN 5–12)
Lightweight premium touring pin binding designed for sport touring and powerful downhill skiing.
Key features:
- only 325 g including brake
- ergonomic toe lever for easy operation
- automatic anti-icing brake system
- climbing aids: 0° / 6.5° / 12°
- performance spacer for improved power transfer
ALMONTE 10 PT DEMO (DIN 4–10)
Touring demo binding with wide boot sole adjustment range.
Key features:
- adjustment range: 245–356 mm
- weight: 420 g including brake
- easy setup without complex mounting
- ideal for demo and multi-user applications
Compatibility for both versions:
- touring boots with tech inserts
- ISO 23223 Type A
- ISO 9523 Touring boots
Key features
- lightweight and technically precise touring skis
- excellent balance of weight and stability
- versatile on-piste and off-piste performance
- modern lightweight pin binding systems
Comparison with other skis
- compared to wider freeride touring skis: lighter and more efficient on climbs
- compared to narrower ski mountaineering skis: more stable on descents
- compared to the Crux 93: quicker edge-to-edge response and lower weight
Why choose this model
- ideal for active touring and long ascents
- extremely lightweight without compromising stability
- precise control and confidence on descents
- high-quality touring pin binding included
Procut classification
| For whom: | Men's/Unisex |
| Core type: | Wooden core |
| Ski width under bindings: | 85 - 100 mm |
| Radius: | Long (over 17 m), Medium (14-17m) |
| Including binding: | Yes |
Documents
Technologies
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FULL TRIAXIAL CARBON JACKET
Fibers woven in three angles provide exceptional torsional rigidity.
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GRAPHENE
Graphene is a 2D material that even when an atom thick is one of the strongest and lightest materials on earth. Used zonally in a board it magnifies a board’s positive characteristics.
GRAPHENE is the thinnest and lightest element ever discovered by mankind. GRAPHENE is also the strongest material on the planet, stronger than diamond and 300 times stronger than steel, all in the thickness of one atom.
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SANDWICH CAP CONSTRUCTION
Is the world cup sandwich construction with a Cap that wraps over the top edge of the sidewall to make the ski more suitable for all mountain skiing.
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STRUCTURED UHM C BASE
The same high quality material used in HEAD’s world-leading race skis is used here. Different structured running base for all conditions.
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TAIL NOTCH
Notched tail makes skin attachment a cinch.
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TIP-TAIL ROCKER
Tip-Tail Rocker is a ski profile technology developed by HEAD that combines rocker (upward curve) in the tip and tail with traditional camber (downward curve) under the bindings. HEAD uses this construction mainly in all-mountain, freeride, and freestyle skis to improve control, maneuverability, and versatility in varying snow conditions.
- TOPLESS TECH
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KARUBA LIGHT WEIGHT WOOD CORE
The lightweight Karuba wood core reduces ski weight, maintains a lively flex, and ensures efficient power transmission.
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SNOW FREE COATING
The hydrophobic top coating reduces snow build-up on the upper surface of the ski, helping to keep weight low during the ascent.
Technical description
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Weight
1230 g/pc (177 cm) -
Rocker
Tip-Tail Rocker -
Core
Woodcore -
Construction
Full Triaxial Carbon Jacket, Sandwich Cap Construction, Karuba Light Weight Wood Core, Graphene, Topless Tech, Structured UHM C Base, Tail Notch, Snow Free Coating -
DIN/Adjustment Range
5 - 12 (ALMONTE 12 PT), 4 - 10 (ALMONTE 10 PT) -
Parameters
126/87/108 mm (177 cm) -
radius
17.7 m (177 cm) -
Base
Structured UHM C Base -
Length
149/156/163/170/177/184 -
Recommended binding
ALMONTE 12 PT Brake [M] 90 mm / ALMONTE 10 PT -
Product code
315834 (FLAT), 31583401 (ALMONTE 12 PT), 31583403 (ALMONTE 10 PT)
Other
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Product code
N24000963
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