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Atomic Race SL D2 M [click] 
Type of ski: Slalom
Ski review summary :
One of our reviewers' "Top Picks". An exceptionally high-performance ski, the Race SL is a "war machine" to be used with caution. The beast is demanding and is mainly intended for the very fit competition- or expert-level skier.
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Rossignol Radical 9S Oversize [click]
Type of ski: Slalom
Ski review summary :
One of our reviewers' "Top Picks". The Radical 9S (R9S) was recommended by our reviewers as an excellent Slalom ski which is accessible to a wide range of good to excellent skiers. A very good choice for the skier who wants an "athletic" ski with good edge grip, and which is particularly agile and at ease in tight turns but still reassuring and versatile.
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Rossignol Radical World Cup 9X Oversize [click]
Type of ski: Giant slalom
Ski review summary :
On of our reviewers' "Top Picks". An excellent ski that is highly recommended by Winter-Sports.com for its capabilities, the experience it delivers and its accessibility. On the whole, Rossignol's R9X Oversize is a very good choice for any skier who may be looking for a very lively, performance- and fun-oriented ski, but not necessarily a "pure racer", which is much more demanding technically and physically.
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Dynastar Omeglass TI [click]
Type of ski: Slalom
Ski review summary :
One of our reviewers' "Top Picks". It was the most accessible ski in the "Slalom" category. Our reviewers were quite impressed with the excellent compromise it achieves between performance, pleasure and accessibility. This ski will suit good to confirmed skiers, provided they are in good physical condition.
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Dynastar Course TI [click]
Type of ski: Giant slalom
Ski review summary :
A very good Giant Slalom ski, suitable for skiers of all levels, especially for good to expert-level skiers looking for a high-performance ski that is nonetheless comfortable and accessible.
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Atomic Race GS D2 WC/EC [click]
Type of ski: Giant slalom
Ski review summary :
With Atomic we have come to expect skis which deliver a high level of performance, and the Race GS is no exception to the rule. It is very much a competition-type ski, comparable to an "FIS" ski (i.e., a true racing ski used in international competitions), and, while mainly intended for competition skiers, will also appeal to a wider user base of physically fit, technically proficient skiers.
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Salomon 2V Powerline Z14 Lab [click]
Type of ski: Giant slalom
Ski review summary :
The Salomon 2V a good Giant Slalom ski for the athletic skier who wants a capable ski which gives a pleasant ride and is relatively versatile.
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Rossignol Zenith Z9.5 [click]
Type of ski: Men's Advanced
Ski review summary :
One of our reviewers' "Top Picks". What impressed our reviewers about this ski was its homogeneous performance and its qualities in every domain. It is practically the ideal ski in the "Advanced" category, in which the main requirement is a combination of performance, comfort, accessibility and versatility. The Z9.5 is perhaps that rare bird. It is an excellent choice for the average to very good skier who is looking for performance but without having to make concessions in other areas.
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Salomon Lord [click]
Type of ski: Freeride Midfat
Ski review summary :
The ski, which had already caught our attention last year, is certainly a "must", and was selected as one of our reviewers' "Top Picks". It is appropriately ranked in the Freeride Midfat category, with its design specs qualifying it as a 50% slope/50% off-piste ski. Due to its overall performance, versatility and accessibility, the Lord will meet the requirement of a very wide range of users, from the enterprising to the expert skier, who want a ski that is easy and fun to use, versatile, and reliable on all types of terrains.
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Salomon Equipe 3V Powerline Z14 [click]
Type of ski: Slalom
Ski review summary :
This ski is an excellent compromise which is perfectly suitable to an athletic skier who is looking for a high-performance yet versatile ski which is not too demanding either physically or technically. The skier who wants a more exclusively Slalom type ski should opt for another model.
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Rossignol S4 Park [click]
Type of ski: Freestyle
Ski review summary :
One of our reviewers' "Top Picks". A very good ski for the intermediate skier who is looking for a versatile ski, capable of helping them improve their technique in all areas.
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Dynastar Sultan 80 [click]
Type of ski: Versatile Freeride
Ski review summary :
One of our review team's "Top picks". The Dynastar Sultan 80 is very well positioned in the "Versatile Freeride" category (30% Freeride, 70% Slope). According to our reviewers, it is at once "docile" and "full of personality". A model which can be recommended to a wide range of skiers , especially those who wish to have only one pair of skis to have fun on the slopes, and go off-piste now and then, regardless of snow conditions.
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Dynastar Contact Cross [click]
Type of ski: Men's Advanced
Ski review summary :
All in all, a very good ski whose outstanding features are its performance and versatility. It is perfectly suited to athletic and demanding skiers, whose technical level is average to good, but who want a ski that will help them progress.
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Dynastar Booster 10 [click]
Type of ski: Men's Intermediate
Ski review summary :
One of our review team's "Top picks". The Booster 10 easily meets all the criteria for the "Intermediate" category, which requires that skis in this category be accessible to skiers at the lower end of the scale in terms of technical skill, while facilitating their progression to an intermediate level. As such, this is an excellent model for novice, enterprising skiers who are looking for a modern, easy-to-use and reassuring ski capable of helping them improve their technique.
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Atomic Drive Titan Sport [click]
Type of ski: Men's Intermediate
Ski review summary :
The Drive Titan Sport is a good ski, but delivers too much performance and is not accessible enough for its category. The model is not for the beginner, being better suited to intermediate-level skiers with a good technical background.
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Rossignol Zenith Z3 Oversize [click]
Type of ski: Men's Intermediate
Ski review summary :
One of our review team's "Top picks". The Rossignol Z3 is an excellent beginner-level ski, and perfectly qualifies for inclusion in the "Intermediate" category. The model distinguishes itself by its remarkable accessibility, as well as by its ability to help the skier improve their technique. It is therefore an excellent choice for all beginner- to intermediate-level skiers seeking a comfortable, easy-to-use ski which will accompany them as their technique progresses.
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Atomic D2 VF 72 Select [click]
Type of ski: Men's Advanced
Ski review summary :
Geared towards fun and accessibility more than performance, the Atomic D2 Select is a very good choice for intermediate-level skiers who want an "easy", comfortable ski that is fun to use without too much effort, but capable nonetheless of enabling them to improve their technique.
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Atomic Nomad Crimson TI [click]
Type of ski: Freeride Midfat
Ski review summary :
Due to its power and effectiveness, the Nomad Crimson is a very good Freeride ski, capable of satisfying the most demanding riders (physically fit and with a solid technical background). A high-performance tool, capable of impressing both on and off the slopes, and helping skiers push back their limits.
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Dynamic VR 27 LT LIMITED [click]
Type of ski: Men's Advanced
Ski review summary :
The reviewers agreed that the VR27 Limited was a "serious" ski, delivering good all-round performance, but lacking in character. The general feeling was that, despite being a modern ski in terms of design, the VR27 is "better suited to more traditional skiing style".
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Atomic Punx [click]
Type of ski: Freestyle
Ski review summary :
All in all, though, the Urban Punx performed very well. Most of the remarks about the flexibility of the ski came from our heavier reviewers. The Urban Punk is therefore a good park ski for intermediate-level (and athletic) freestylers, and especially those in the light- to medium-weight category.
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Rossignol Bandit SC 86 [click]
Type of ski: Freeride Midfat
Ski review summary :
The Bandit 86 is a great beginner-level freeride ski, suitable for the enterprising to good skier who is looking for a docile, easy-to-use, versatile ski that will allow them to have fun both on the slopes and in off-piste conditions. Those who like off-piste couloir skiing or aggressive manoeuvring on irregular or hard terrains should opt for another model, more specifically designed for performance.
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Dynastar Legend Sultan 85 [click]
Type of ski: Freeride Midfat
Ski review summary :
A versatile ski (50% slope, 50% freeride) intended for good skiers with a minimum degree of technical proficiency, who want a ski that is effective and fun to use on the slopes, and which is particularly at ease in freeride conditions on hard snow and uneven terrains.
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Atomic Nomad Blackeye [click]
Type of ski: Versatile Freeride
Ski review summary :
The Nomad Black Eye is a versatile, fun-to-ride ski whose design makes it more suited to slope skiing (90% slope, 10% Freeride). This particular model is a wise choice for the intermediate skier who is looking for a ski which will help him/her to make progress on the slopes but is also capable of handling the occasional ride off the beaten track.
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Salomon 24H Z12 [click]
Type of ski: Men's Advanced
Ski review summary :
Its performance capabilities are too limited to qualify for inclusion in this category, in which performance, but also accessibility, comfort and versatility are the major criteria. The length of the model we reviewed (178 cm as opposed to the 170 cm model we requested) corroborated our reviewers' opinion. Notwithstanding these shortcomings, the Salomon 24H is a good choice for the physical and technically proficient skier who likes to carve wide turns at high speeds but who is not necessarily looking for a Giant Slalom ski.
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Rossignol Bandit SC 80 [click]
Type of ski: Versatile Freeride
Ski review summary :
Its on-slope performance is wanting, and it is not versatile enough in Freeride conditions to qualify for the "Versatile Freeride" category. Nonetheless, this ski is a good bet for the resourceful to intermediate skier who is looking for a ski which is very easy to use at moderate speeds on downhill runs, pleasant underfoot on soft snow, and which can be used to gain experience on powder.
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Salomon Suspect [click]
Type of ski: Freestyle
Ski review summary :
The testers were quite puzzled by the performance of the Salomon Suspect, which was not really at ease on the slopes or in the park. We suspect that there might have been a defect in the pair of skis we tested, affecting its flex, and we proposed to test this ski again next season.
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Dynamic King [click]
Type of ski: Versatile Freeride
Ski review summary :
We must admit that this model frustrated our reviewers, who found it difficult to get used to and "get the hang of". The ski has too much of a "slopes" profile to be included in the "Versatile Freeride" category, but nevertheless is a good "slopes" ski for the average to good skier looking for a ski that is fun to use while delivering performance.
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