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Rossignol needs no introduction. The tried and true Bandits have been replaced by the new Phantom series for men and the Voodoo for women. The Phantom 80 is a smooth cruiser that wears its Bandit heritage proudly. The big story for Rossi is the new Classic CX 80. This is a no frills vertical sidewall, metal laminate ski that makes high speed arcs all over the mountain, but has enough girth to kill it in soft snow too. The CX 80 was the overall favorite ski of our test. Put it on your demo list, this is a great ski. The Zenith 10 replaces Z9, a former Ski Magazine Ski of the Year. It’s a super shaped mid fat that loves to carve round turns all over the mountain. The new Voodoo 74 will make any Bandit W lover feel right at home. It is a playful, easy turning ski that is not afraid to leave the groomed runs. For a more carving oriented ride check out the Attraxion VI. It loves to be tipped up on edge and arc across the fall line. When the snow gets soft and deep, be sure to demo the Scratch Girl BC. She’s a nimble fat ski that loves to play in the powder.
To see details on all of our Rossingol skis, click on Alpine.
- Avenger 82Ti
- Attraxion Echo
- Classic 70Ti
- S3
- S7
- Voodoo BC90
- Voodoo Pro BC110
Rossignol has a great looking line of boots for this season. Their good looks are matched with solid performance and improved fits.
The B-Squad 110 Sensor is a high performance Freeride boot. The new Sensor fit 100 mm last and very slick liner accommodates a variety of feet. It’s a reactive boot with great transfer of energy.
The Zenith Sensor 100 is softer and less precise than the B-Squad. Its 100 mm last is roomier, and the upper cuff is not as demanding.
The Synergy Sensor 90 is wider at 102 mm, and softer, but still a solid all mountain boot.
The Exalt series of boots are easy to put on and very roomy. The Exalt 80 is a 104 last and 80 flex, so don’t expect double diamond performance. If you have big dogs, and don’t want to spend hours getting your boots worked on, try the Exalt.
The Electra Sensor 90 Sensor is a great fitting new boot for good skiers. The tongue attaches to the liner without any crease or bulge, and helps avoid cold toes due to restricted circulation. It has a 100 last and the new Sensor shell provides exceptional snow feel.
The Electra Sensor 80 Sensor is softer and a bit roomier, but still a 100mm last boot for good skiers.
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