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Rustler 9

PREVIEW 2023
A versatile, all-terrain ski mainly for resort use, but also for a bit of climbing for in-shape skiers
In brief
Suitable for
alpine lines, traditional skiers, resort freeriding
Not suitable for
new school, slow speeds and low levels, freestyle
Also suitable for
transition to fat skis, alpine gorges, open mountains
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  • In words
  • Technical specifications

    In words

    Intro
    It's the narrowest of its family but with the same weight of its bigger brother. It has the dimensions of an all-terrain, primarily for resort skiing, but it allows for decent climbs if you're in shape for it. Mono-directional profile with no new-school traits, in line with the stereotypical Austrian freerider. Demands great skill, strength and high speeds, which make it fun and manageable. At slower speeds, it's harder work. Holds its own on all terrain, even on hard, broken snow, and can float when it needs to. Various bindings can be used, but it works best with step-in.
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    Technical specifications

    Recommended level
    Advanced
    Construction
    sidewall
    Materials
    poplar, paulownia, beech, titanal
    Base
    sintered polyethylene
    Length
    180 cm
    Tip width
    131.5 cm
    Tail width
    121 cm
    Waist width
    96 cm
    Individual weight
    1860 g
    Sidecut radius
    17 m
    Available sizes
    162, 168, 174, 180, 186
    Released in
    2023
    Made in
    Ukraine
    Price
    650 €
    Status
    Novelty
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