Lotus 138 Purple

Features

After its first release nearly 15 years ago, the Lotus 138 remains one of the most iconic skis ever created. At 138mm underfoot with full rocker, it’s a deliberate, uncompromising tool built for one purpose: skiing deep snow. This ski helped define a surf-inspired approach to powder skiing that still feels singular today.

The Lotus 138 is smooth, loose, and expressive, encouraging a banking, drifting turn style that feels more like surfing than skiing. It thrives on flow and creativity, rewarding skiers who let the ski plane, slash, and float naturally rather than forcing a traditional carve.

An unapologetically pure powder ski. This ski is for skiers who plan their day around powder. From storm riding to heli laps and sleeper days when conditions align, the Lotus 138 delivers an unmatched powder experience. It’s intentionally niche, intentionally pure, and best enjoyed when the snow is bottomless and the terrain is wide open.

A pure powder shape, refined over time. With a massive 138mm waist and 32m turn radius, the Lotus 138 maximizes planing speed and effortless float. The long, tapered shape and full rocker profile promotes smooth transitions and easy release, allowing the ski to surf across snow rather than cut through it. Every design choice serves the same goal: elevating the apex powder moment.

Technology & Construction

• Full Carbon Construction — DPS's highest-performance build uses two full-length carbon fiber sheets, for an energetic feel only premium carbon can deliver.
• Proprietary Wood Cores — Uniquely engineered cores dampen vibrations, but don't act as the main energy source in the ski.
• Perfect Powder Shape — Born from DPS's legacy of powder ski shaping, every aspect of Lotus skis are designed to elevate the deep snow skiing experience.
• 138mm Waist Width — Maximum underfoot width for a whole new powder skiing experience.
• Rockered Shape — Full rockered profile promotes float and easy turn initiation.
• Phantom Glide Treatment — Factory-applied Phantom Glide, DPS's long-lasting and eco-friendly base treatment for fast, low-maintenance glide on snow.
• Tougher Topsheets — Rugged, textured topsheet material holds up to heavy use and resists cosmetic damage.
• A Better Base — 4000-series World Cup base material delivers superior durability, paired with a precision tune and structure tailored to each ski.
• Rockwell 48 Steel Edges — Rockwell 48 is the optimized edge hardness level for lasting sharpness, durability, and reliable grip in all conditions.
• Aluminum Tailbar — The aluminum tailbar at the bottom of the ski helps resist dings and delamination from daily knocks and tail smacks.