High-performance GS-radius turns
Testers pushed the limits to find the best balance between raw edge hold and user-friendliness. These detuned GS cruisers were not tested in gates, but most skis in this category have a racing pedigree. Testers devoted special attention to such things as agility, power and edge grip, and Silver Star offered plenty of variety in its terrain for the skis to demonstrate some versatility. The category is not expected to have a speed limit. Waist 68-78.
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Individual ski test report links below page layouts. Score is the average of test card scores for Characteristics: initiation, edge grip, stability, agility, versatility, short radius, long radius, overall impression.
BLIZZARD VIVA ULTRASONIC – WOMEN
DYNASTAR SPEED COURSE Ti – MEN
DYNASTAR EXCLUSIVE ELITE – WOMEN
ELAN AMPHIBIO WAVEFLEX 14 – MEN
ELAN AMPHIBIO INSOMNIA – WOMEN
HEAD i.SUPERSHAPE MAGNUM – MEN
NORDICA SPITFIRE PRO EDT – MEN
NORDICA SPITFIRE PRO EDT – WOMEN
ROSSIGNOL 9 GS CASCADE Ti – MEN