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Philpug: The Fischer RC One GT 86 has a mouthful of a name; an accomplished skier could make it down the better part of some ski trails before saying the whole thing. There is no question that we have been impressed with Fischer's offerings in the past few years, especially those that say "RC" on them. These are some of the best-finished skis in both appearance and construction, and the new GT 86 is no exception. From the textured topskin to the jeweler-like precision of the bevel, this ski stands out on the rack and on the slopes.
Okay, so this all-new Fischer has a pretty face. There are a lot of pretty faces, but how does it ski? The first chance I had on it was in Big Sky at the Gathering. Unfortunately, that pair wasn't mine because my skis were sitting in the shipping/receiving department at Pugski’s worldwide headquarters, aka they arrived while we were at the Gathering. I didn’t ski the Fischer at Copper, Mammoth, or Snowbasin, and I can be only so patient. I couldn’t wait another week, so I tried them at Big Sky. If you saw the pics from the Gathering, you saw that we got some really good snow, and the RC One GT 86 just killed it. It thrived in the bumps and trees, and it was especially confidence-inspiring in the milk-bottle visibility up high.
Read the full Long-Term Review HERE.
Ron: Another surprise from Fischer! I stole @Doug Briggs' description of this ski because he was spot-on. My notes say, "This is a really nice ski! Definitely feels racy, snappy, and makes you want to make a lot of turns." Tip initiation is precise yet easy, and the tail was there for support through the turn.
Okay, so this all-new Fischer has a pretty face. There are a lot of pretty faces, but how does it ski? The first chance I had on it was in Big Sky at the Gathering. Unfortunately, that pair wasn't mine because my skis were sitting in the shipping/receiving department at Pugski’s worldwide headquarters, aka they arrived while we were at the Gathering. I didn’t ski the Fischer at Copper, Mammoth, or Snowbasin, and I can be only so patient. I couldn’t wait another week, so I tried them at Big Sky. If you saw the pics from the Gathering, you saw that we got some really good snow, and the RC One GT 86 just killed it. It thrived in the bumps and trees, and it was especially confidence-inspiring in the milk-bottle visibility up high.
Read the full Long-Term Review HERE.
Insider tip: The GT 86 likes to charge. If you are looking for a ski to trust and not let you down, here ya go.
Doug Briggs: I’m a sucker for a ski built like a race ski with an 18m radius. You can really rip on this one with stability at speed and grip to spare. It took to the piste with aplomb and laid down some really nice turns. Get it on edge and bend it, and it hooks right up.Insider tip: Be careful: you’ll break the speed limit on these.
Ron: Another surprise from Fischer! I stole @Doug Briggs' description of this ski because he was spot-on. My notes say, "This is a really nice ski! Definitely feels racy, snappy, and makes you want to make a lot of turns." Tip initiation is precise yet easy, and the tail was there for support through the turn.
Insider tip: The 182 skied well, but try going down a length.
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- Who is it for?
- The race-inspired skier who also gets out on softer piste on a regular basis. This ski is fun! This is an 80/20 ski.
- Who is it not for?
- The powderhound or timid skier; those seeking a more 50/50 ski or who don't care to pop off crisp, energetic short-radius turns.
- Skier ability
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- Expert
- Ski category
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- Frontside
- All Mountain
- Ski attributes
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- Groomers
- Moguls
- Off Piste
- Trees
- Segment
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- Men
Specifications
- Available sizes
- 161, 168, 175, 182
- Dimensions
- 130-86-116
- Radius
- 17m@175cm
- Rocker profile
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- Camber with tip rocker
- Construction design
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- All new
- Binding options
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- System
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