Men's Giant slalom ski reviews 2011
In this category, we select the best ‘Giant slalom' competition-inspired skis before reviewing them through a comparative methodology. While they are not FIS racing skis, which are too demanding for everyday use, they have genuine ‘Giant slalom' DNA, and are strongly performance oriented, while remaining accessible to a non-racing public.Some of the key factors we look out for when reviewing these skis include edgy turn initiation, the quality of long turns, grip on hard pack, stability at high speed, and rebound coming out of turns.
They are designed for more athletic riders with very good technical and physical prowess, who love fast, grippy skis for powerful long turns.
BEST SKI
Atomic Race D2 GS review 2011
Men's skis 2011 > Giant slalom Best ski 2011
The Atomic GS D2 got a 'special mention' from our reviewers who particularly appreciated the performance/pleasure combination. The feeling of safety, comfort and fluidity gives this ski a real edge. It's an excellent choice for skiers ranging from good to competitor who want a ski that offers great performance, is fun to use and exciting.
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Dynastar Speed Course TI review 2011
Men's skis 2011 > Giant slalom Best ski 2011
The reviewers loved this ski. It's great for the Giant slalom, offering excellent performance without being simply a "long-radius turns on hard snow" ski. It's a good choice for experienced and sports-oriented skiers who would prefer a powerful tool that is relatively polyvalent rather than a thoroughbred, cutting-edge and highly demanding racing ski.
BEST SKI
Fischer RC4 World Cup RC review 2011
Men's skis 2011 > Giant slalom Best ski 2011
Our reviewers loved the Fischer RC4 World Cup RC which is an excellent Giant slalom ski. Exceptionally well-balanced, it feels healthy and safe, and offers excellent performance, accessibility and pleasure. It's a good choice for good to expert skiers looking for strong sensations, particularly at high speeds in long-radius turns.
Rossignol has come up with a very exclusive ski that is similar to an FIS (competition ski endorsed by the International Ski Federation). Designed for skiers with excellent technical and physical prowess, the ski's stability and radius capacity places it somewhere between the Giant slalom and the Super G. This is the ultimate weapon for committed skiers and competitors looking for a specialised and truly high performance... Read on