Reviewers' score
15.2
Rossignol Radical 9GS CASCADE TI TPX review 2014
PROSKILAB™ reviewers' comments
Like the Dynastar, the Rossignol 9 GS that was tested didn't come along just for the ride. Designed as a Giant Slalom specialist, it is remarkably effective in this area, although less versatile than other contenders in its category. It is a good choice for very good, physically fit skiers who are into carving long-radius turns at "full throttle".
Review: Pros
- Our testers' verdict was unequivocal: this ski is a pure performer! The 9GS Cascade Ti is a no-nonsense, effective ski for manoeuvring long-radius turns at high speed. With its unfailing grip, it holds fast in turns performed on the hardest of snows.
Review: Cons
- While its performance is nothing short of imperial in long-radius turns, the 9GS tends to be more demanding in short-radius turns. On the whole, the ski requires a certain degree of physical engagement and technical skill, as well as extra vigilance when it comes to placement.
The ski review scores
| Turn initiation | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 14.3 |
| Stability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.3 |
| Stability/turning performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.3 |
| Grip | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.5 |
| Short turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.2 |
| Long turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.5 |
| Skid turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.3 |
| Handleability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.7 |
| Comfort | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.0 |
| Snow contact | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.3 |
| Soft snow fluidity | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.7 |
Who's it for?
Beginner → Excellent
Manufacturer's remarks
Camber: 100%/HIGH; Construction: Minicap sandwich; Core: Wood, fibreglass, metal.
Features of the Radical 9GS CASCADE TI TPX
| Brand : | Rossignol |
| Model : | Radical 9GS CASCADE TI TPX |
| Year : | 2014 |
| Family : | Giant slalom |
| Size tested : | 174 cm |
| Tip size : | 118 mm |
| Waist size : | 72 mm |
| Tail size : | 100 mm |
| Radius for the size reviewed : | Not available |
Your review
Reviewed by PROSKILAB™
in La Clusaz, France, March 2013