TESTED 2023
One of the lightest of its class, which helps on the ascent, it's also intuitive on the descent in soft, good snow
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In words
Intro
As models keep getting wider, this has become the mainstay of the Zero G collection, supplanting the 85 (there is also a 105 model) and has, despite not being an especially recent model, the perfect weight and dimensions for its class. Paulownia wood construction paired with carbon fiber, progressive rocker for versatility on all slopes and snow types. It's been updated each season, but not overhauled, so now it provides good support under foot and softer flex at tip and tail.
On the snow
For those used to lightweight skis, this could be a discovery. And it is positioned on the border of this class. You don't feel a difference on the climb, and you'll save some energy. (It's balanced in switchbacks, and the rigid construction is great on ice and traverses.) Descents are no problem as long as you don't exaggerate with the speed. Better on powder and floats pretty well, or on packed snow. Not great on broken or crusty snow. Sudden changes in snow call for good timing and proper loads, or you need to slow down. The tail is rigid and enables you to control the amount of edge or foot pressure based on your preferences or skill level. Different feel at the tip, where the light weight makes starting the turn more difficult. Be ready for some extra vibration when turning. But if you're a good skier looking for a ski that will get you to the top well rested before a technical descent, this won't be a problem.
Lab
Noticeably concave base that the standard runs through the tuning machine didn't fully fix. Only base repair, not waxed. Thin edges 1.5 x 1.2/1.3 mm (not much) at 89°, base edge 1.3°, rough finish, phenolic sidewalls. Definitely needs tuning.
Technical specifications
Construction
cap-sidewall
Materials
paulownia, carbon fiber
Base
sintered polyethylene
Available sizes
157, 164, 171, 178, 185
Released in
2022
Made in
Austria
Price
800 €
Status
Continuative
Declared specsMeasured by us
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178 cm
Length
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127 cm
Tip width
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111 cm
Tail width
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95 cm
Waist width
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Edge contact
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Camber
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Tip rocker
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Tail rocker
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1.260 g
Individual weight
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Left weight
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Right weight
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22 m
Sidecut radius
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Load-bearing surface
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Tip torsion
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Center torsion
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Tail torsion
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