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Dimensions: 129-80-112
Radius: 16m@175cm
Sizes: 168, 175, 182
Size tested: 175
Design: All New
Philpug: Fischer has always been known for making some of the best hard-snow skis on the planet. The Curv GT has the power that you would expect from its now-Euro-only Progressor skis and the versatility of its Pro MTN collection. The gradual tip rise allows you to ease into any turn you want thanks to a sidecut that runs past the running surface, and the square tail will hold though the turn.
- Who is it for? Those who like to work their skis; the gradual curve tip allows it.
- Who is it not for? Backseat skiers; the tip needs to be pressured to get the most out of it.
- Insider tip: Fischer is on the rebound; not all shops carry them but you will be rewarded for the time you spend to seek them out.
Dimensions: 128-86-116
Radius: 16.5m@175cm
Sizes: 161, 168, 175, 182
Size tested: 175
Design: Carryover
Ron: This carryover from Fischer was a real surprise for me. Super versatile, it rails on the groomed, makes any turn shape, and, even though it might prefer harder snow, is quite capable in bumps and crud. It has a nice solid, stable feel, lots of energy, and decent pop. In my testing notes I commented that you can really feel its entire length. For an 86mm, this is what I am looking for: more groomed, carving chops than off-piste performance. My only slight gripe is the tip, which has more splay than I think it needs. I noted a slight bit of vibration at speed, but it didn’t cause instability. I also wonder if moving the mount point back a little would help.
- Who is it for? Those seeking a high-performing mid ski with that classic Fischer feel. You might find this sleeper on discount racks, so keep an eye open! It does like some input and some skills.
- Who is it not for? Not sure, it is a user-friendly ski that has a great bandwidth of performance. I wouldn’t recommend this for a Level 5, but it does offer room to grow for those who have or want to develop skills.
- Insider tip: The 175 skied like a true 175: don’t size up if you usually ski a 178. Demo before you mount to dial in the binding position.
Women's
Fischer My Curv RC4Dimensions: 121-68-102
Radius: 13m@164cm
Sizes: 150, 157, 164, 171
Size tested: 164
Design: All New
Tricia: Fischer’s new Curv line is offered on the women’s side of the wall as My Curv. I was advised that this ski was set up with a race tune, which was immediately evident when I made my first turns. It really wants to be skied at speed, holding a strong edge and relying on skier input to move into the next turn. No getting lazy on this ski with this tune; I’d like to get a chance to ski it with a 1°/3°.
- Who is it for? Someone looking for a strong carving ski.
- Who is it not for? The timid.
- Insider tip: Sharpen your skills, this ski needs to be driven.
Dimensions: 126-84-112
Radius: 15m@167cm
Sizes: 150, 159, 167
Size tested: 167
Design: All New
Tricia: Fisher’s new My MTN series for women is designed to take you all over the mountain, much like its male counterpart, the Pro MTN. While this ski was okay on groomers, the area that it really made me grin was in the moguls. Lightweight, nimble, and easy.
- Who is it for? When you want a nimble ski with an off-piste bias.
- Who is it not for? Someone looking for a strong groomer ski.
- Inside tip: Relax and trust the ski.