2022 Fischer Curv GT

[Erik Timmerman]

2022 came early today.

Dimensions for the 182 r=17m 125-76-110

In case you weren't sure what this ski is called.

@James approved black bases. Also no hole in tip.

RC One looks kind of portly in comparison.

I like the very subtle triangles logo over the loud graphic treatment,

Should have them on snow soon and will report back. I already fell in love at the Waterville demo. Glad to be putting bring on it now.

 

[Michael Kane]

I am so interested in these skis. Looking forward impatiently for your, or others, report on these

 

[Philpug]

182? Big boy skis.

 

[S.H.]

what's a "radical triple radius" and why is there only one radius number under the "radical triple radius" label?

 

[Erik Timmerman]

what's a "radical triple radius" and why is there only one radius number under the "radical triple radius" label?

Ask Gerhard.

 

[Tony S]

2022 came early today.

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Dimensions for the 182 r=17m 125-76-110
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In case you weren't sure what this ski is called.
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@James approved black bases. Also no hole in tip.
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RC One looks kind of portly in comparison.
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I like the very subtle triangles logo over the loud graphic treatment,
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Should have them on snow soon and will report back. I already fell in love at the Waterville demo. Glad to be putting bring on it now.

Those things look like they should come with an extra thick helmet.

 

[Noodler]

Ask Gerhard.

The video doesn't really make it clear what makes this new version of the triple radius sidecut "radical".

 

[S.H.]

Ask Gerhard.

I wonder which of the three radii they decided to print. Also, I wonder how different this "technology" is from "normal" ski shape. Either way, cool video.

It's a shame the GTI and GTX come in two different colorways, instead of coming as mismatched pairs ...

 

[Noodler]

I wonder which of the three radii they decided to print. Also, I wonder how different this "technology" is from "normal" ski shape. Either way, cool video.

It's a shame the GTI and GTX come in two different colorways, instead of coming as mismatched pairs ...

Based on my calculations, the published sidecut is a "blended" number based on the overall average. In practice, the way the triple radius works is quite effective by using the deeper cut on the tip, medium on the tail, and shallow underfoot. There are other ski manufacturers who do something similar, but exactly opposite (shallow on the tip, deep underfoot). I think Fischer has it right.

 

[S.H.]

Based on my calculations, the published sidecut is a "blended" number based on the overall average. In practice, the way the triple radius works is quite effective by using the deeper cut on the tip, medium on the tail, and shallow underfoot. There are other ski manufacturers who do something similar, but exactly opposite (shallow on the tip, deep underfoot). I think Fischer has it right.

FWIW I was able to get on a pair of these for a couple runs earlier this week (Fischer must like somebody here as much as they like you, @Erik Timmerman ) ... they were definitely a fun ski on very soft groomers. No reason I could tell they wouldn't be on firmer snow, but ... the only place to find anything firmer on that day was in our GS training course, and, well, I took my GS skis through there instead.

Not sure I could tell any difference, performance-wise, from the shape of the ski, but ... maybe I'm not that attuned to my equipment.

 

[James]

Gerhard talked about milled Titanium. I presume that means the skis are $1,800?

@James approved black bases. Also no hole in tip

Nice skis!
A colored base on that would be a travesty and an automatic no go. Might as well glue sandpaper to the base.

The tip is a pass...
I do think it’s bizarre that Fischer is so obsessed with their tip not being round. Or curved like the slalom ski. Like on the gs ski. Especially in a ski called “The Curve”!

Anyway, ski looks sweet. Interested how the tail is in 3-d snow.

 

[DreaminBoutPow]

They look sweet! And that base structure looks superb. Are these supposed to be dedicated hard snow beasts or somewhat all mountainy (firmer bumps, inch or two of softer snow, cruddy top layer, etc)?

 

[Tony S]

I do think it’s bizarre that Fischer is so obsessed with their tip not being round.

If I could change the shape of my nose every year I just might.

 

[Coolhand]

This ski is awesome. Super quick, precise, and stable as you would expect. But with a much larger "range" than past iterations of RC4's and Curvs. Also, it will handle some mixed/3D snow conditions. I almost consider it a modern "Progressor" with a touch more horsepower. The 182's will definitely be a rocket. I skied the 175's and they were perfect for me. Fischer won't sell a ton in North America, but if you're in the market for a more technical ski, this one deserves some serious consideration.

 

[Noodler]

I'm a bit disappointed that they have narrowed the GT as much as they have in this revised iteration. However, the ski itself just looks like it oozes quality. Some very nice touches to this one.

 

[Tony S]

Ask Gerhard.

I sense that Fischer and YouTube know where my Fischer dollars are actually likely to go. (See appended.) Anyway, I watched, and this looks like a really fun ski(s). Love the new graphics.

 

[Quandary]

Do you think German english it is actual titanium or is it titinal?

 

[Erik Timmerman]

Do you think German english it is actual titanium or is it titinal?

I'm assuming it's titanal. Other than 20 year old Volants, have there been any skis with titanium?

 

[Erik Timmerman]

I'm a bit disappointed that they have narrowed the GT as much as they have in this revised iteration. However, the ski itself just looks like it oozes quality. Some very nice touches to this one.

It's only 4mm narrower at the waist. I think it's just right. I've been skiing my old GTs all week (they are not quite rock skis, but I won't cry if I hit something). Waiting for the hill to get patched up after this warm spell before I ski the new ones on home turf.

 

[Erik Timmerman]

Some Curv GT action.