OUR REVIEW OF THE ROSSIGNOL ESCAPER 88 NANO
Rossignol renewed its all-around touring ski last season with a new construction, a new shape, and 1mm more at the waist. In short, a completely new ski and not a fake novelty. The weight is still very contained. At 2650g in 176cm on our scale, it is very well placed for the category! But as always, you have to look at the descent, and we were pleasantly surprised. Rossignol has stepped up its game in terms of performance. The old version was rather easy and accessible with limited performance when it got rough or for big skiers. Here, we clearly have a ski you can push into and that allows you to send more. The snow feel is also one of the best in the category. In powder, the floatation is excellent with its very progressive tip that compensates for a rather pronounced camber. Stability is there even at high speed while keeping fun and liveliness. In spring conditions, it’s the same story, the ski has a lot under the hood with good grip and a nice behavior in carved turns. On the downside, we lose the ultra-accessible side of the old version, especially in crusty snow, but the ski remains quite unphysical when you have to descend from a tiring tour.
weight | snow feel | liveliness | performance | stability
less accessible
MANUFACTURER’S OPINION
Discover the all-new Escaper 88 Nano, the innovative successor to the Escaper 87 Nano. Made in France with a revolutionary design and rethought geometry, this ski embodies excellence in performance and durability. Carefully constructed, the Escaper 88 Nano integrates a lightweight structure that skillfully combines paulownia wood and carbon, offering a perfect combination of lightness and strength. This advanced construction is complemented by the integration of the Aero Profile and Nano topsheet, two cutting-edge technologies that reduce weight while maintaining the ski’s robustness. To ensure optimal stability and responsiveness, the Escaper 88 Nano is equipped with titanal and basalt reinforcements, ensuring uncompromising performance on the most demanding slopes. Available in four sizes – 156, 166, 176, and 182 cm – each pair of skis is designed with exceptional precision to meet the specific needs of each skier. Despite its advanced features, the ski weighs only 2500g per pair in size 176 cm, offering a light and dynamic skiing experience. While the Escaper 87 continues to captivate ski enthusiasts with its proven performance, the arrival of the Escaper 88 Nano marks a new era of innovation and quality in the world of alpine skiing. Get ready to push your limits and conquer the peaks with this gem of French technology.
ROSSIGNOL ESCAPER 88 NANO FEATURES
- Dimensions: 111-88-121
- Measured weight: 2650g per pair
- Sizes: 156 166 176 182cm
- Radius: 18m
- Price: 1230€
- SIMILAR SINCE: 2024/2025
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