2022 Rossignol Experience 82 Ti W

[SkiTalk Test Team]

Tricia: Having skied every rendition of the Experience W (formerly Temptation) lineup, I have to say that this is my favorite by far. The first version had a strong turn shape built into it, making for an incredible carver that made you want to find corduroy but not necessarily venture off piste. The second act came with a less aggressive turn shape and nimbleness that inspired me to get off the groomers. The all-new construction and shape seem to have taken the best parts of its two predecessors, introducing a fantastic carving ski that confidently takes you into trees, moguls, and, well ... pretty much anywhere. I was able to ski the Experience 82 Ti several days in a variety of conditions from zoomer groomer days to spring slush, corn, and a few inches of fresh -- pretty much everything except deep powder -- and was never let down.

Insider tip: Forget the past and embrace a new Experience.​

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Elemmac: Vanilla ice cream leaves some people longing for a little more excitement. The Rossignol Experience 82 Ti left me craving chocolate chips and peanut butter cups. It does everything right, but I need a little something extra. Smooth, easy, stable, and forgiving are all words that could describe this ski. An intermediate skier won’t be overwhelmed because it has a light and forgiving nature. It is easy to roll into a carve, even at slow speeds. An advanced skier can lay down some railroad tracks without questioning the ski's ability to hold an edge. This ski may be vanilla ice cream, but Rossignol has hit a sweet spot that a large range of skiers will enjoy.

Insider tip: When in doubt, size up. I skied this in the length I normally choose for freeride skis rather than sizing like a carver.​

 

[Tricia]

Long term update:
Its been a bit since I've been on this ski and I was pleasantly reminded of all the things I really like about it.
We had some re-fresh snow the week prior, but things had settled and we were mostly skiing zoomer groomers, with the occasional small bump run mixed it. SoCalGal and her family were visiting so we showed them around Mt Rose. The Rossignol Experience 82Ti holds up on groomers and still lets you hit the occasional mogul run when you feel like exploring. If you're an aspiring off piste skier who wants a ski that cruises groomers, this is the ski for you.

 

[surfandski]

Hey Tricia, have you skied the Experience 82 Basalt and how would it compare to the TI version? My wife is 5' 1.5", 125 lbs and has her eye on these skis for a replacement for her Volkl Yumis. I personally love TI skis for how they return the favor when you energize the ski but she's definitely more finesse than aggressive and being lighter, I wonder if the Basalt version wouldn't be better for her. She's an intermediate who never ventures off the groomers. Any other easy going but solid carvers in the 74-84mm range that come to mind? Thanks!

 

[skibum4ever]

Following.

Years ago DH and I got a good deal on Volant titanium Chubbs. We separately decided that they were too stiff for either of us to ski.

I've never skied anything else with titanium based on that experience.

 

[surfandski]

Ti in skis usually stands for Titanal which I personally love but my wife is currently skiing the non-metal version of the Yumis which has me thinking the Basalt version of the Experience 82 may be the better option for her. Just curious if Tricia or any of the other gals have skied both and how they compare.

 

[surfandski]

On a personal note, Fischer Motive 86 Ti have been my ski of choice on family days when I want a ski that can carve well at slow speeds but still remain energetic and composed enough at high speeds (and still slay powder up to 12"+ when you get an unexpected dump). I liked it so much that when they discontinued them, I bought 3 pairs to horde but I may need to try the Experience 86 Ti as it sounds like a similar ski, at least on-piste.

 

[Tricia]

Hey Tricia, have you skied the Experience 82 Basalt and how would it compare to the TI version? My wife is 5' 1.5", 125 lbs and has her eye on these skis for a replacement for her Volkl Yumis. I personally love TI skis for how they return the favor when you energize the ski but she's definitely more finesse than aggressive and being lighter, I wonder if the Basalt version wouldn't be better for her. She's an intermediate who never ventures off the groomers. Any other easy going but solid carvers in the 74-84mm range that come to mind? Thanks!

Sorry I didn't see this earlier.
I have skied both versions. The Basalt is a titch lighter and a bit easier going.
The Ti version holds an edge better and is damper.

Hope this makes sense.

 

[Tricia]

Following.

Years ago DH and I got a good deal on Volant titanium Chubbs. We separately decided that they were too stiff for either of us to ski.

I've never skied anything else with titanium based on that experience.

There are many skis with metal that aren't necessarily too stiff, but instead calmer and damp in comparison to non metal skis.
Next time we get a chance to ski together I'll bring something along that you can try.