Kästle DX73 W review 2020
PROSKILAB™ reviewers' comments
Kästle's DX73 W "Vogue" is a women's version of the men's DX73. The testers tried the ski very short (156cm) and would have preferred having a few extra centimetres in edge length.
Without a doubt, it is the accessibility of the ski that is its best quality. Put simply, it is excellent. Judged particularly "easy to handle", the DX73 W doesn't need special instructions, you are in control straight away. It behaves consistently, no surprises there.
Performance has not been forgotten, and this ski, despite its size and type, surprised the testers with its effectiveness in long turns at sustained speed. However it is a little less at ease on short turns.
Potential to improve technique is important and this model will allow a significant number of skiers to progress.
Kästle's DX73 W will suit intermediate skiers who wish to progress, as well as good skiers looking for a light, enjoyable, comfortable ski. It is a good deal at 599 euros including bindings.
Review: Pros
- Easy to handle
- Consistent
- Stable
- Likes speed
- Controls long turns
- Solid and consistent support with speed
- Skid turns
- Permits technical progression
Review: Cons
- Tested too short
- Less at ease on short turns
The ski review scores
Turn initiation | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.7 |
Stability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 12.3 |
Stability/turning performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.7 |
Grip | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.7 |
Short turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 12.3 |
Long turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.0 |
Skid turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.3 |
Handleability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.5 |
Comfort | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.7 |
Snow contact | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 14.0 |
Soft snow fluidity | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.0 |
Who's it for?
Manufacturer's remarks
Our women's DX73 W Vogue brings together all Kästle's characteristics, which have been optimised for women: lighter, easier to steer and the binding mounting point is perfectly adapted for the female anatomy.
Experts know that these skis promise easy handling and maximum reliability on the slopes.
Features of the DX73 W
Brand : | Kästle |
Model : | DX73 W |
Year : | 2020 |
Family : | Cruisers |
Size tested : | 156 cm |
Tip size : | 115 mm |
Waist size : | 73 mm |
Tail size : | 99 mm |
Radius for the size reviewed : | 13 m |
Your review
Reviewed by PROSKILAB™
in La Clusaz, France, March 2019