The big ski test of the year is here! We have tested fell skis from various well-known ski suppliers to give you a guide to the best choice for you. The equipment is tested at a temperature of zero degrees. Below you will find our assessments:
ATOMIC – REDSTER C2
Price: approx. NOK 4100 - including binding
Material: Densolite core with fiberglass laminates
Trap: 100% mohair
Character: 3 (Hold: 6, Glide: 1, Maneuver: 2)
SALOMON – S/MAX eSKIN
Price: 6,600, - including binding
Material: S-CORE 45
Trap: 100% mohair
Character: 4 (Hold: 6, Glide: 3, Maneuver: 3)
ROSSIGNOL – DELTA SPORT R-SKIN
Price: approx. NOK 4,000 - including binding
Material: wood core with air channels
Trap: Mohair
Character: 4 (Hold: 5, Glide: 3, Maneuver: 3)
FISCHER – TWINSKI PRO
Price: approx. 3800, -
Material: wooden core with air channels
Trap: 70% mohair and 30% nylon
Character: 5 (Attach: 5, Glide: 5, Maneuver: 6)
MADSHUS – ENDURANCE SKIN
Price: 4500, -
Material: Astaralite
Trap: 70% mohair and 30% nylon
Character: 6 (Attach: 6, Glide: 5, Maneuver: 6)
KÄSTLE – XP20
Price: NOK 5,700 - without strings attached
Material: honeycomb core
Trap: 100% mohair
Character: 2 (Hold: 5, Glide: 1, Maneuver: 2)
PELTONEN - SKINPRO
Price: 4000, -
Material: honeycomb core
Trap: 100% mohair
Character: 4 (Attach: 5, Glide: 4, Maneuver: 4)
We have assessed the skis based on three different criteria; attachment, glide and maneuver, and given an overall grade from 1 to 6. The fell skis were tested for about ten minutes each, and the ratings are based on first impressions. Read more about how to find the perfect skis for you.