New-season always brings a lot of new ski models. 2020/2021 will be no exemption. Brands are revealing their plans during the year, and we will thoroughly note all new releases. Our overview of the best alpine skis for 2020/2021 is here.
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ATOMIC
NORDICA
K2 SNOW
HEAD
ROSSIGNOL BLACKOPS
Rossignol introduces a new freeride ski collection for the 2020/2021 season. Oops, they call it “ride free” in its marketing slogan.
Rossignol BLACKOPS went through extensive refresh and will be available during the 2020/2021 season. The full range consists of 11 different ski specifications for freeride, free touring, and all-mountain skiing. The exact sizes, technologies, and weights are in the tables below.
The new BLACKOPS range will be “eco-friendly.” The construction of skis is from wood cores in combination with a recycled top, base, and edge materials. Rossignol even shows how much material on each ski is recyclable.
Rossignol BLACKOPS product range
FreeRide/FreeTouring BLACKOPS skis
ROSSIGNOL BLACKOPS | SENDER TI | SENDER | ESCAPER | ALPINEER | RALLYBIRD TI | RALLYBIRD | STARGAZER |
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Type | FreeRide/FreeTouring | FreeRide/FreeTouring | FreeRide/FreeTouring | FreeRide/FreeTouring | FreeRide/FreeTouring | FreeRide/FreeTouring | FreeRide/FreeTouring |
Technologies | Poplar Wood, Diago Fiber, Titanal Beam, Damp Tech | Paulownia Wood, Diago Fiber, Double LCT Visco, Extended Core, Damp Tech, Air Tip | Paulownia Wood, Diago Fiber, Extended Core, Damp Tech, Air Tip | Paulownia Wood & Cell Core, ABS Beam, Rossitop Less, Air Tip | Paulownia Wood, Carbon Alloy, Double LCT Visco, Damp Tech, Extended Core, Air Tip | Paulownia Wood, Diago Fiber, Double LCT Visco, Damp Tech, Extended Core, Air Tip | Paulownia Wood, Diago Fiber, Damp Tech, Extended Core, Air Tip |
Sizes [cm] | 160, 170, 180 | 164, 172, 178, 186 | 156, 164, 172, 178, 186 | 154, 162, 168, 176, 182 | 163, 171, 178 | 154, 162, 170 | 154, 162, 170 |
Wieght [kg] | 3.6 - 3.8 | 3.4 - 4.0 | 3.0 - 3.8 | 2.16 - 2.68 | 3.4 - 3.8 | 3.2 - 3.6 | 3.0 - 3.4 |
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Progressive FreeRide & All Mountain BLACKOPS skis
ROSSIGNOL BLACKOPS | GAMER | HOLYSHRED | TRAILBLAZER | BLAZER |
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Type | Progressive FreeRide | All Mountain | All Mountain | All Mountain |
Technologies | Poplar Wood, Diago Fiber, ABS Beam, Damp Tech, Extended Core | Poplar Wood, Diago Fiber, Titanal Beam, Damp Tech | Paulownia Wood, ABS Beam, Air Tip | Poplar Wood, Diago Fiber, Titanal Beam, Damp Tech |
Sizes [cm] | 176, 186 | 162, 172, 182, 192 | 154, 162, 168 | 160, 170 |
Wieght [kg] | 4.5 - 5.1 | 3.6 - 4.4 | 2.2 - 2.6 | 3.6 - 3.8 |
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Rossignol Apparel & Equipment
New BLACKOPS is not just about skis. Rossignol will also deliver a full range of apparel (jackets) and other equipment (Rossignol ALLTRACK 130LT ski shoes, Rossignol Alta Impacts helmet).
Rossignol Hero Collection
Rossignol also refreshed its Hero racing skis and introduced a new upgraded version this fall. Hero collection consists of alpine skis, helmets, goggles, and ski bags.
Explore the Rossignol Hero collection on Amazon here.
FISCHER RC4 2020
Fischer has two major news for the upcoming 2020/2021 season. The first news is to abandon the old way of distinguishing between skis for men and women. Now, the only factor for picking up the right skis will be height, weight, and skiing level. All skis will be open to all skiers no matter their gender. Some models will be offered in two colors to satisfy the different tastes and needs of customers. Ski boots will be adjusted to different foot shapes with multiple widths, heights and flex ratings.
The second news is the introduction of the new Fischer RC4 Alpine Skis. RC4 2020 edition offers a new shape for better control and also a new racing plate for smoother turns.
Fischer brings also new RC4 Curv ski boot series with proven Fischer iFIT Low Volume for the perfect fit.
Check availability and prices of Fischer RC4 Alpine Skis on Amazon here.
ATOMIC
Atomic is staying with its already known models. Atomic Redster 2020 and Atomic Cloud for Women.
ATOMIC CLOUD FOR WOMEN
Cloud is one of the best-selling women’s skis. Atomic Cloud is manufactured in five different versions from lightest Cloud 7 for beginners to top series Cloud 12 for advanced skiers.
Atomic Cloud 7 | Atomic Cloud 8 | Atomic Cloud 9 | Atomic Cloud 11 | Atomic Cloud 12 |
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Lightweight ski that’s stable and easy to control Skill level: Beginners and Intermediates | Light on top, giving you extra running Skill level: Beginners and Intermediates | One of the world’s best-selling piste skis for women Skill level: Intermediate | Ski for fast and confident skiing Skill level: Advanced | Powerful performance, elegant looks: the perfect ski for fast skiing Skill level: Advanced and Expert |
Ideal with Atomic L10 GW Bindings | Ideal with Atomic L10 GW Bindings | Ideal with Atomic L10 GW Bindings | Ideal with Atomic FT10 GW Bindings | Ideal with Atomic X 12 TL GW Bindings |
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Or check availability of full Atomic Cloud series on Amazon here.
ATOMIC REDSTER 2020
We mentioned Atomic Redster Skis in our top alpine models for the 2019 season article. Redster skis will be one of the most prominent models even in the upcoming season. Nobody will overlook them on the slopes. They are signature red color will attract many eyes of recreational skiers. Professionals will appreciate mainly skiing features. We would like to pick up two models: Atomic Redster G9 and Atomic Redster S9 skis.
Atomic Redster G9
G9 is a model suitable for all giant slalomers enjoying fast turns and speed ride. Atomic Redster G9 is available in different sizes and even as junior models. Check all Atomic Redster G9 models on Amazon here.
Atomic Redster S9
S9 is a model aimed at slalomers looking for short turns and excellent control on steep slopes. Atomic Redster S9 is also available in different sizes including models for junior skiers. Check all Atomic Redster S9 models on Amazon here.
NORDICA ENFORCER
Nordica focus in 2020/2021 season will be on expert skiers who like speed on the slope. Legendary Nordica Enforcer skis were upgraded for even better performance. Check below more about Enforcer and Enforcer Free skis that Nordica expects to become bestsellers.
Nordica Enforcer is all-mountain skis for advanced and expert skiers. They are suitable for all snow conditions for long and short turns. Enforcer is exceptionally fast skis, made from the full wood core two and metal sheets.
All available specifications of Nordica Enforcer can be found in the table below.
NORDICA ENFORCER 100 | NORDICA ENFORCER 93 | NORDICA ENFORCER 88 |
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Skill level: Expert Powder Snow Fast | Skill level: Expert All Snow conditions Fast | Skill level: Expert Groomed Snow Fast |
Available sizes [cm]: 169,177, 185, 193 | Available sizes [cm]: 169,177, 185, 193 | Available sizes [cm]: 165,172, 179, 186 |
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Even level above the Nordica Enforcer we can find Enforcer Free skis. These Nordica skis are for powder snow and add a bit extra speed. Again, they are recommended just for expert skiers who know how to handle fast and unforgiving skis.
All available specifications of Nordica Enforcer Free can be found in the table below.
NORDICA ENFORCER FREE 115 | NORDICA ENFORCER FREE 110 | NORDICA ENFORCER FREE 104 |
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Skill level: Expert Powder Snow Fast Long Turns | Skill level: Expert Powder Snow Fast Long Turns | Skill level: Expert Powder Snow Fast Long Turns |
Available sizes [cm]: 191 | Available sizes [cm]: 169,177, 185, 193 | Available sizes [cm]: 165,172, 179, 186, 191 |
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K2 MINDBENDER
K2 snow was always strong in manufacturing all-mountain skis. It prepared a new Mindbender line for a new season. It came in two versions, the classic one for men and the alliance for women. They are very similar in skiing features and differ just little in sizes. K2 Mindbender skis are universal for freeride, all-mountain, and also piste skiing.
K2 Mindbender has a special Carbon Spectral Braid system (patent protected) that uses the altering of fiber orientation along the length of the ski. This system and Torson Control Design improves the maneuverability of Mindbender skis in all snow types. Moreover, it does not decrease the stability of the skis. K2 Mindbender skis are very responsive and agile.
A lot of skiers appreciate K2 minimalistic but very impressive design. Mindbender is not an exception, all of the models of those series are unique. I like the 115C Alliance for Women with the pink and black color combination most.
Men’s K2 Mindbender Skis
K2 MINDBENDER 116C | K2 MINDBENDER 108Ti | K2 MINDBENDER 99Ti | K2 MINDBENDER 90Ti | K2 MINDBENDER 90C | K2 MINDBENDER 85 |
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Category: Powder and FreeRide | Category: Powder and FreeRide | Category: FreeRide | Category: AllMountain, FreeRide, Piste | Category: AllMountain, FreeRide, Piste | Category: AllMountain, FreeRide, Piste |
Available sizes [cm]: 179, 186, 193 | Available sizes [cm]: 172, 179, 186, 193 | Available sizes [cm]: 170, 177, 184, 191 | Available sizes [cm]: 163, 170, 177, 184 | Available sizes [cm]: 156, 163, 170, 177 | Available sizes [cm]: 156, 163, 170, 177 |
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Women’s K2 Mindbender Skis
K2 MINDBENDER 115C ALLIANCE | K2 MINDBENDER 106C ALLIANCE | K2 MINDBENDER 98Ti ALLIANCE | K2 MINDBENDER 88Ti ALLIANCE | K2 MINDBENDER 90C ALLIANCE | K2 MINDBENDER 85 ALLIANCE |
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Category: Powder and FreeRide | Category: Powder and FreeRide | Category: Powder and FreeRide | Category: FreeRide | Category: AllMountain, FreeRide, Piste | Category: AllMountain, FreeRide, Piste |
Available sizes [cm]: 165, 172, 179 | Available sizes [cm]: 159, 167, 175 | Available sizes [cm]: 154, 161, 168, 175 | Available sizes [cm]: 149, 156, 163, 170 | Available sizes [cm]: 149, 156, 163, 170 | Available sizes [cm]: 149, 156, 163, 170 |
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HEAD KORE
Head 2021 featured skis will be KORE.
Head Kore is Freeride skis with up-to-date lightweight construction. The core is a combination of Graphene, Koroyd, and Karuba wood.
Graphene lens to Kore skis its strength combined with the lightweight. Koroyd brings elasticity and Karuba wood brings stability and agility.
All together, Head Kore is one of the lightest and fastest freeride skis on the market for advanced skiers.
HEAD KORE UNISEX 117 | HEAD KORE UNISEX 105 | HEAD KORE UNISEX 99 | HEAD KORE UNISEX 93 | HEAD KORE WOMEN 99 | HEAD KORE WOMEN 93 | HEAD KORE TEAM |
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Skill level: Expert Freeski Very Fast | Skill level: Expert Freeski Fast | Skill level: Advanced Freeski Fast | Skill level: Advanced Freeski Fast | Skill level: Advanced Freeski Fast | Skill level: Advanced Freeski Fast | Skill level: Junior Freeski Fast |
Available sizes [cm]: 171, 180, 189 | Available sizes [cm]: 162, 171, 180, 189 | Available sizes [cm]: 162, 171, 180, 189 | Available sizes [cm]: 153, 162, 171, 180, 189 | Available sizes [cm]: 153, 162, 171 | Available sizes [cm]: 153, 162, 171 | Available sizes [cm]: 135, 144, 153 |
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