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Rossignol Slat

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CalebT
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Does anybody know about these skis? I search barred and found nothing, no results at all which seems weird to me that they haven't been discussed about on ns.
12 years ago
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NinetyFour
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It is odd that there isn't much discussion on this thing. Looks like a pretty rad ski to me. I'm game for skis nearing that 100mm waist for park riding. Glad to see another one on that list.

Aha, ironically it's almost identical dimension wise and the tip and tail look super similar to the shape of one of my ski designs. But I mean there's only so many dimensions and shapes that can be utilized, so everyone's going to get close to what someone else is building sooner or later.
12 years ago
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CalebT
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Yeah I'm not sure why not they seem so sick and half the ns community loves butters and they are super soft from what I've seen, look at a recent edit of jaeden Schneider Clark, he rips with them.
12 years ago
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shr@gler
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It doesn't surprise me as it is a new ski for rossignol. So I think people haven't had the chance to try them out. But as a ski that can do everything it looks sick! It is very close to the S3 dimensions which I found to be an awesome park ski. Love the rocker and round about 100 waist.
Not too fond on the graphic, but will for sure be picking up a set of these!
12 years ago
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CalebT
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Makes sence, I didn't think much of that, I'm debating between a pair of slats or domains.
12 years ago
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CalebT
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you think it's similar to fatypus L toro?
12 years ago
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CalebT
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bump
12 years ago
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TopherRitz
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Looking at these as a one ski quiver, scored real well in freeskier buyers guide too. 4.14/5.00 swingweight for a 97mm ski seems so nice.
12 years ago
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Lemuel
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I agree with all of this. I skied the S3 last year for park and it was crazy fun. I would consider looking into the Slat to replace them in the future, I'd have to look at them in person though. Rossi makes a great ski, too bad their edges are paper thin.
12 years ago
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SoCore
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Anybody have any more info on these? Still not much to be found on the vast internets...
11 years ago
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freeskibum82
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http://www.rossignol.com/US/US/slat_RACMD01_product_alpine-men-skis-freestyle.html

seems to be the replacement to the scimitar. looks great!
11 years ago
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SoCore
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Yeah I've seen the dimensions and industry jargon on it, just wonder if anybody has actually spent any time on them. Most interested in its ability when there's some fresh on the ground as it's clear it holds its own in the park...
11 years ago
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Alpineslide
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I skied a pair for a day. They are a great ski if you are looking for a burly all-mountain/ park ski. They drove like two 2X4's but were solid on groomers and hard pack. I was not impressed and would not recommend them to anyone
11 years ago
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SoCore
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Wow, not often you hear such a strong negative review. Thanks. Anybody else experience the same thing or think differently?
11 years ago
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Dr.Dickless
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thats how rossis have been since the Scratch
11 years ago
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tsk94
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The Slat is the exact same ski as the Slicer from Dynastar.
11 years ago
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airickthared
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These are some of the best skis I have ever rode on. Extremely playful and buttery but can still charge down the hill. I don't know what alpineslide was talking about. Got a great deal on these things after my step-ups broke and I personally couldn't be happier.
11 years ago
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DUKES
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The slat is the predecessor to the scimitar. The scimitar from what I remember when I rode them were heavy and lacked energy in turns. As for park they are a burly ski and hold up to abuse. The scimitars are full rockered so they were not difficult to pivot for butters but they had a medium fleet till I broke them in and I liked them more. They are a fun park ski it's just you have to have the time and patience to break them in. Not a bad ski it's just there are better options such as the k2 fujas/shreditor 102, faction prodigy, fat ypus ltoro, line blend, etc. these along with a few others are more fun right out of the box.
11 years ago
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b-kul
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tsk94The Slat is the exact same ski as the Slicer from Dynastar.


which imo is a pretty crappy ski. but my biggest gripe if the tail rocker, maybe i just need to get used to them.
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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Bump. Parker White and Chris Logan kill it on them... Anyone actually own them? Buttery? Stiff?
11 years ago
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kirbstopper
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Carl_the_LlamaBump. Parker White and Chris Logan kill it on them... Anyone actually own them? Buttery? Stiff?


Buttery Tip and Tail, Very stable underfoot. IMO one of the most versatile park skis out there. I use it as my everyday driver in Whistler.
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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kirbstopperButtery Tip and Tail, Very stable underfoot. IMO one of the most versatile park skis out there. I use it as my everyday driver in Whistler.


Great, Thanks! I think I can get a sick deal on them, so will probably take advantage...
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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Would anyone reccomend a mounting point for 75% park, 25% all mountain jibbin...
11 years ago
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Willows
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My friend skis it and he says it's awesome! Buttery but can hold an edge without much chatter! plus they look good! I say go for it!
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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WillowShabbyMy friend skis it and he says it's awesome! Buttery but can hold an edge without much chatter! plus they look good! I say go for it!


Awesome! Thanks, I'm pretty sure I will snag a pair...
11 years ago
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kirbstopper
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Carl_the_LlamaWould anyone reccomend a mounting point for 75% park, 25% all mountain jibbin...


I mounted at the higher of the two recommended lines. Roughly 2cm back from true centre. Still lots of tail for switch but still enough nose to stay afloat.
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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kirbstopperI mounted at the higher of the two recommended lines. Roughly 2cm back from true centre. Still lots of tail for switch but still enough nose to stay afloat.


Ok. That's kind of where I was thinking anyways... Thanks.
11 years ago
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fluffyclouds
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So they aren't much like the S3s? A ski which killed it for me wherever I took them.
11 years ago
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kirbstopper
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fluffycloudsSo they aren't much like the S3s? A ski which killed it for me wherever I took them.


The S3 is a noodle in comparison with a more exaggerated rocker profile. Much less stable at higher speeds.
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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Back with more questions.
My manager said they were heavy af... This true? I don't need a ridiculously light ski, but I don't want a couple of metal plated 2×4s...
Also curious about the odd tail shape. Almost doesn't look like a full twin... Any affect on switch?
Thanks guys.
11 years ago
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kirbstopper
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It is not as light as most park skis because it is designed to shred the mtn too without deflection. There is only metal under the mount plate, so although the ski maybe a little heavier than others, it is really damp and absorbs a lot better than most. Also reduces the tip flap I have noticed. The swing weight is quite low just like all other rossi skis which IMO matters more than actual weight. And yea the tails look a little low but I have never had a single problem with switch hits or landings, including non groomed terrain.
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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kirbstopperIt is not as light as most park skis because it is designed to shred the mtn too without deflection. There is only metal under the mount plate, so although the ski maybe a little heavier than others, it is really damp and absorbs a lot better than most. Also reduces the tip flap I have noticed. The swing weight is quite low just like all other rossi skis which IMO matters more than actual weight. And yea the tails look a little low but I have never had a single problem with switch hits or landings, including non groomed terrain.


Ok, thanks. Will do some more looking into them.
11 years ago
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icydope
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kirbstopperAnd yea the tails look a little low but I have never had a single problem with switch hits or landings, including non groomed terrain.

As far as I know, Armada Al Dente too has an of low tails.
On evo shows the geometry of skis. http://www.evo.com/skis/armada-al-dente.aspx
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11 years ago
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slimeball
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Im really wanting to grab a pair they seem so fun. IMO they are the prefect flex and have the perfect amount of rocker and camber. I will be trying to get some for sure
11 years ago
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Hoodliving
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Hey guys I've got 15 days on the slats as a lifty on mt hood, and I've already noticed quite a bit of top sheet chipping, and my edge underfoot is already 1/4 of the original width, rossi said they haven't seen that ever so warranty coming soon ill report back on how they hold up. Couple pros and cons. Pros playful as hell super flexy but stable at high speeds I can charge chunder on Palmer glacier no problem. But I don't like how for a 600 dollar top park ski how they don't roll the sideways like on their cheaper models. All in all riding wise id give them an 9-10 durability wise on this pair 7-10
11 years ago
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Carl_the_Llama
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medialcortexHey guys I've got 15 days on the slats as a lifty on mt hood, and I've already noticed quite a bit of top sheet chipping, and my edge underfoot is already 1/4 of the original width, rossi said they haven't seen that ever so warranty coming soon ill report back on how they hold up. Couple pros and cons. Pros playful as hell super flexy but stable at high speeds I can charge chunder on Palmer glacier no problem. But I don't like how for a 600 dollar top park ski how they don't roll the sideways like on their cheaper models. All in all riding wise id give them an 9-10 durability wise on this pair 7-10


OK, so you're getting them replaced on warranty due to edge loss? Otherwise happy except for topsheet chipping? That's what I got out of that...
Thanks tho.
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11 years ago
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Hoodliving
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Carl_the_LlamaOK, so you're getting them replaced on warranty due to edge loss? Otherwise happy except for topsheet chipping? That's what I got out of that...
Thanks tho.
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yes sir, theyre still holding up quite nice, not warrantying them anymore gonna test them to see how long they actually last. Took them out on some good pow the other day and they float pretty damn well and are super buttery. once theyre broken in theyre the shit
10 years ago
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justinTpetricko
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awesome ski. My buddy has a pair and loves the wider waist in the park and mobbing through loose snow. Also sharp out half the a where it says slat on the ski to make is say slut ;)
10 years ago
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