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Rossignol S7 Barras Ski
Viva le revolution
By Tyler Durden
Ranked #52 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
August 24, 2009
A lot of reverse camber skis advertise that they ski well on hardpack, the truth is, the S7 is the only one. My first impression was so strong on hardpack that it made me wonder if the design would compromise the way it handled in deep snow. Rest assured, it's designed for powder first and the way it skis on groom is a miracle.
I was convinced that I would have to set up a shrine in my garage for reverse camber skis. The kind of place that I would keep neat and tidy most of the winter in anticipation for that perfect 1' or more powder day. I started the season with a quiver of skis for that reason. By the end of the season I was riding the S7 everyday and sold off my quiver
NOTE ON SIZING: Order this ski longer than you would a normal camber ski. Keep in mind that the tip and tail are off of the ground on groom snow and in powder, the more length the better.
View Details: Rossignol S7 Barras Ski
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes | 1 No
Tech Specs:
- Lengths:
- 166cm, 176cm, 188cm, 195cm
- Dimensions:
- 145 / 115 / 123mm
- Turn Radius:
- 17.5m
- Construction:
- Angled sidewall, traditional sandwich
- Core Material:
- poplar, ash, carbon stringers
- Tail:
- Rockered twin
- Binding System:
- No
- Binding Included:
- No
- Recommended Binding:
- Rossi Freeski2 150 XL/XXL Ski Binding
- Recommended Use:
- Western big mountain, powder, advanced to expert
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
Change me.
3 Comments Last Reply: 3 days ago By: Alex Angam
Thats not true, the JJ also handles groomers fine, as does the Moment bibby.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
I have to say it is true, most reverse camber skis suck on groomer days.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 1 No
Try the Surface Live Life, it skis groomers just as well, if not better. It has quite a bit of camber underneath, and just the right amount of rocker to keep you afloat.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No