Fischer RX8 (2006)

its all true, everything you read about this ski is true! in the last 3 years i've accumilated a collection of carvers: volkl's, volants, atomics and these: the RX8. why? i'm looking for that perfect ski to give me all the edge to pass my psia lvl 2 exam (probably overkill). in any event, this is it...and don't you forget it!

i´ve read your comments about the RX8 and everywhere i look it´s the same. it´s obviously an amazing ski but is it the one for me? 
i´ve been skiing a total off 30 weeks, included a season in Serre Chavalier, France. my weight is 85 kg. I like to do tight small turns as much as i like the big carving turns and the G´s it brings.  
So would this be a ski for me? RGR

Anyone know how these compare to the K2 Crossfire? The look very close in size and I do like the marker bindings on the K2. Is K2 just not getting the recognition?

I'm a pro and have been skiing extreme for the last 15 years. These ski's can hold an edge big time. They feel smooth in the air and on the terrain. If you are into hardpack FAST skiing these sticks won't let you down. If you can't ski this ski well you might as well hang up the sport and go play golf. I highly recommend these ski's to anyone who wants to go fast. Top notch construction ski. If you are a good skier you will have no problem keeping up with others that are on full blown race ski's. I've owned Volkl, Rossi's, elan, k2 and atomic's and to me these ski's hands down has the best feel. If you are planning to go off piste you'll want a wider ski. Other wise have fun tearing up your friends on thier GS ski's.

I sell both the X-fire and Rx8 in my shop. I bought the RX8. They are both great skis but the RX8 has an unbelievable edge hold. springy and gripy I'd got for RX8 every time. Beware you are buying a purely on piste ski with the Rx8 though. If you want all mountain then go for amc or K2 recon. I'd again say AMC has the edge.

I ski in the Southern Tier of western New York. Thus far this winter ski conditions have been absolutely horrible because of the unusually warm January weather. Slopes are usually skied off within a few hours leaving nothing more than ice. I was ready to pack my gear away and wait it out until conditions improved. As luck would have it there was a demo day going on so I stopped by and tested several models I was interested in. One model was the RX8. The RX8's tested very nicely but what can you really find out about a ski in 3 runs. I thought about them on and off for a week so last Saturday I rented them for the day. It's true. These skis are no less than awesome. They hold on ice like a skate. They are very stable at speed. You can almost turn them on a dime. I hope to try these in better conditions to see what they really can do. I'm sold. Nicely done Fisher!

I am looking to buy the RX8's......love what I have heard....altough I am often found deep in the bumps and sometime spend all day there. Does anyone know how the RX8's handle in the bumps.....otherwise I'm sold!!!

How stiff is this ski, would it be okay for someone who is 250 lbs and 6'3"?

again, this is a true groomed/ice run carver. it's not a pure bump ski, but i've spent days in the wicked bump lines and glade runs all over blackcomb without a desire for my softie volants or my overly stiff volkls. for the big, young ubber aggressive skiers, you may need the stiffness of a volkl (i'm a compact 5'8, 191lbs who still likes to take my skis into the halfpipe and off a 25ft tabletop), i'd peg the upper end weight limit on this ski around 230lbs. 
for me, day in and day out, on any groomed surface i only want these skis.  
the k2 crossfire is a bit softer and doesn't give me the responsiveness i'm looking for. i've demo'd the b5's and i think this will be my big mountain 50/50 cruzer. 
recently also demo'd the magfire12, decent smooooth ride, very nice. if you like a lexus ride over an wrx sti, give these a go too. 
if, every once in a while, you've got a bit of a spark in you and you want to turn it up, go with the rx8...

i'm an aging ski bum (39yr old ski instructor in the NW), so i like a decent performance ski to teach in and to clinic in. a short time ago in a 'bump clinic' with my peers, under the chair, i was just enjoying the moment and doing my thing and amazed that i had not amassed a yard sale. at the end of my 20-25 turns, my colleagues pointed out to me that the cheers and howling from the chair were for me!?! i credit the skis $600, arcteryx jacket $350: for 15 seconds i was 19 again...priceless.

i've loved my RX-8s because you can do absolutely anything with them. i'm really puzzled by the writers who say these are purely an on piste ski. i've taken these over serious terrain in the back country as well as what passes for on piste skiing in telluride, colorado. i've skiied rock bands, stump filled tree runs, powder, crude, breakable crust, steeps, bumps of all sizes and shapes, even fast icy groomers from time to time. the rx-8's do it all. you can let them rip, jump turn your way down gnarly terrain, or spend all day in the bumps. the only caveat is that these skis respond well to a good, hand tune. machine tunes don't tend to get the skis sharp enough for them to really respond well in bad ice and wind affected snow. but if you're not skiing that junk, it doesn't much matter.

Wow these skis seem like the real deal for me. Does anyone know how well they jumps and the halfpipe?

"...(i'm a compact 5'8, 191lbs)" 
I am still laughing about this one.

But is it a ski to grow up with? 
Can I use the RX8 while I practice on reds and some “light” blacks or should I wait until I can’t ski my RX4 anymore (I know, I shouldn’t have bought RX4 in the first place but RX6 instead) and only then move up? 

Skied these today all day on groomed slopes in 170 cm length.. 
First off, they are not versatile! Ski wants to do small-medium size turns only and fights every other activity. Yes, yes with good speed you can force it into longer arcs but they feel unstable at higher speed and boring as you cannot carve, because the moment you lay down and try to carve the tips would bite in and make you turn. 
To make a long story short: Skis are damp and have a good edge hold.  
No rebound though compare to WoodCore Volkl skis. RX8 has a dead, plastic feel underfoot. They can be convinced to do anything ,but nothing they do is fine except shortest turns. It is completely boring ski. NO energy return when you exit the turn. I might as well be skiing on skates down the ice slope, because that is how they feel. 
After trying 2 top of the line Fischer skis I am buying Volkl again. 

I am 5' 6", 170 lbs and on the other side of 50. Tried shape skis, 155 head xrc,for 1st time this season and compared them to my old 190 Atomic Arc GS Racing. Definitely easier on the legs, but my atomics gripped northeast ice/hardpack better. I believe the rental Heads were beginner/intermediate ski...question is will the Fischer RX8 grip as well as Atomic's did or will i chatter into hell.

rx8 or amc76? i have not been able to demo either so hoping for some insight from others....east coast skier, hoping to make it out west at some point.

Most peopel who tested both RX8 vs. AC 73-76 liked AC better. More stable at long arcs. Better feedback. Overall confidence booster. RX8 is boring railed ski. No character.

I'm very curious that a few people find this a boring ski. True, it is not made for GS turns down groomers, an activity many would find boring in itself. However, I ski 155s, barely weigh 125, and can get up to a steady 50mph on them -- clocked myself. Plenty fast for me, frankly. But these skis really come into their own in tricky terrain -- tight trees, big mogul fields, and steep chutes, which is terrain I personally find exciting. They also do a decent job when you jump, although I wouldn't call them a big air ski with a large platform underfoot; the trade off is when you land, the narrow waist means you have all your turning options immediately open, allowing you to manouver around rocks or trees. Sorry, have not tried them in a halfpipe, and as for growing up with them, if you really love a tight turn, then the rx8s may help, but they do love to turn, and you may find yourself with a ski that has too many demands. Try them and see! Would be curious what you think.

Just bought them. Spent 3 days in trees, bumps and steeps in the East. Best 3 days of skiing in awhile!  

I'm thinking of buying some skis and I can't decide between the RX8's and some Dynastar Contact ST10's that I've seen for about $50 less. Is there anyone who's tried both of these and can help me choose? I'm a pretty good skier, I spend most of my time on groomed piste or skiing bumps and moguls, but I like to ski some powder sometimes as well, and I like skis that are good for doing short turns on. 
 
I've also seen some good offers on some Head Supershapes and some Volkl Supersport 5*. Can anybody recommend either of these? 
 
btw I'm 5'8" and 155lbs if that makes any difference.

"No rebound though.....NO energy return when you exit the turn...." 
 
I have to politely disagree with this comment. You don't even have to 'know' how to ski the RX8's to feel it's energy in transitioning from turn to turn. Super responsive. Keep in mind that this model is designed to perform best when handled agressively.  
 
Take them on a steep, keep your weight forward and you will definately feel your missing rebound.

Demo'd these bad boys in January '06 up at Killington, VT. Great skis, VERY responsive and SUPER fast. Excellent carving in the hard-packed, icy snow of NE. I'd love to try them in the powder of Colorado just to see if they're worth purchasing over the Salomon Ten-Eighty Foils (which I tried in February out in Colorado--incredible skis, but just a *different* experience vs. the RX8) Any insight on RX8's in the powder?

I've heard alot on both skies and they both seem versitile. But which one will give me more for the buck.

I can't believe the reviews that think this ski is a one trick pony and not responsive. I have found just the opposite! I have been skiing for many years and on just about every brand of ski, and the RX8 is probably the most fun of any ski I have tried. I have skied it in the bumps, steeps, crud, powder, and hard pack. It does it all well. This ski loves to be skied agressive and it shows no sign of not being able to do whatever you ask. As far as rebound and energy from the ski, if you know how to ski a ski properly, this one can build up enough energy to rip your legs off if you don't know how to handle it. Fun ski for those that "live to ski and ski to die".

Is the 2005/2006 model as good as the new 2006/2007 model!

I've had only one week of skiing so these skis are way out of my league, but I bought them anyway. I must say after one week I can ski pretty well and can't wait to try them out on my next 2 weeks of skiing holiday.  
I'm a speed addict so I thought what the hell I don't want to waste money on some average skis. 
I'll get back to you guys and tell you about my experience, hopefully I'm still in tact after my holiday :)

Just bought the skis and had one day on them so far. Been working hard on the quads to keep them in shape enough to have a full day of hard and fast skiing. I honestly believe these skis took 10 years off my legs. Laughed all day long. My kids were complaining that they couldn't keep up with me....and that made it worth every dime. I love them.

I'm thinking of bying a pair of RX6. I'm an intermediate how likes cruising the red slopes the most, making medium turns. However, the shop now has a pair of RX8 from last year for the price of an RX6 from this year. What to do? Is the RX8 to aggressive for an intermediate?

I’m looking for some recommendations that can help me wade through all of the marketing BS. Right now I’m considering the Rossignol Zenith Z9, Dynastar Contact 11 & the Fischer RX8.  
 
I’m 39 years old, 5’ 6” and weigh about 145 lbs. I mainly ski at Mt. Hood & Bachelor in OR, but still make trips to UT and CO. Currently I’m skiing on some bump skis that are old skinny skis – Dynastar Assualt at 180cm. Previous ten years where spent on some slalom race skis – K2 KVC 195cm.  
 
I’ve just started bringing my toddler out on the mountain and consequently spend much more time on groomed runs than bumps – not to mention that my body just can’t take a day of the bumps like it once could, but bumps are still my favorite thing to ski. 
 
I’m really looking for an all mountain ski that is great at short radius fall line turns. I want a fun, lively ski with lots of rebound and great in the bumps. I probably spend 50% of my time on groomed runs, 30% on bump runs and 20% doing some bowl skiing.  
 
I’m generally not a fan of making GS turns, but it seems that’s all you can do on the flats so it would be nice to have a ski that is competent in that area. I know it’s tough to get it all, but ideally I’d love to have one ski that could also be used comfortably in crud and even on a few powder days. Am I asking for too much? 
 
Does anyone have any recommendations between these skis or maybe another that should be on my list. Also a recommendation on the appropriate size of ski would be helpful. Thanks! 

I've now enjoyed these skis for 2 weeks and they are great, although the capabilities of these skis are way out of my league at the moment I've enjoyed them very much. First time I used them they felt pretty strange because when you initiate a turn they really want to turn, quite different compared to the RX4 I used last year. I've started to carve with them, not a proper carve yet (leaning back almost onto the ground) but I can feel and see I'm making proper linked S turns etc. Anyway I see no reason why a beginner shouldn't buy them, you'll have skis that will last you for a long time I don't think my abilities will ever outgrow these baby's.

Advanced skier with 170cm RX8 for a week in 3 Valleys, previously skied Salomon XScream 187cm, so different length makes it quite hard to compare. I was pleasantly surprised that there was no loss of straight line stability at speed, in fact I would say they felt more stable at higher speeds. They were certainly much easier in moguls which was my main reason for changing to a new shorter ski. V. easy to carve/turn. Snow was a bit thin off-piste so can't really comment on difference in powder, but seems to be ski that I can take anywhere. I did find that they gave less rebound energy than my old XScream in moguls and sometimes I felt like I needed to force a "bounce" to get some rebound energy (if that makes sense). Great ski overall.

I am an advanced skier who skies at least 3 days a week all season. I own K2 Crossfires (and others) but this year picked up RX8's last month. WOW! Everything good you hear about this ski is true. The conditions in the Tahoe area lately have been very firm to icey. This ski carves like a dream and makes the cleanest turns of any ski I've tried to date. In my opinion, it does all turns great both short and long GS and does them all willingly without having to be coaxed. 
Last week, I demoed a pair off Ross. VS Oversize ti (same ski as Ross 9S Radical). I tried to love them but only liked them. After 5 or 6 runs all I could think of is how much I was missing the RX8's. I just ordered a second pair of RX8's that will go in the closet just for a spare. In case they ever drop or change the model (which in my opinion would be messing with perfection) I want to always have this ski around in that it will be my main ski on all but powder and heavy crud days where I use Vokle Mantra's up here.

after 3 seasons (about 120 snow days), and a torn acl, i am still in love with these skis. 
i am a total gear head and i've been picking up a set of ski and snowboards every year for the last 6 seasons, but i can't help love my rx8's for most days in the NW: slush, ice, cord, hard pack, these babies eat it all up and want more.  
they love short carvers but can hang a gs turn like no tomorrow @45 mph...and that's just easy cruzin.  
if your a speed demon, go longer, if you like quick turns and spinning through the bumps, think shorter. me: 5'8, 186 lbs riding 165 cm rx8 (i like the bumpies). 

Spent a full week in crud at Tahoe and finally took time to demo some boards to go along with my Salomon Pilots. At 6'4 250 and 44 yrs old looking for assistance in turns and still wanted the young thrill of some mild bump action. I tried both the Nordica Mach3 and Fisher Rx8 for 4 days. Hands Down Winner - Fisher 8's. My last day with the Mach3 after the RX demo rides made me mad I just didn't buy the RX right away. Tight Turns, light, blows through crud, and still a GS feel when rushing for a brew... what else could you ask for. I see them now at $ 499 that's a steal.

I bought a paiir of RX8's in a 175 based on feed back reviews and some comments from my local ski shop. I am 205lbs, and ski 40 days a year primarily at sugarloaf and Killington. I love my Intuitives like no other ski, and sadly, I found the legend series to come up short. I took my RX8's out yesterday for the first time on fresh groomed hero snow and absolutely loved them. They are damper,stiffer and narrower than my Dynastars. I found that on groomers and small bumps they rocked. I skiied faster than I have in years. In deep freshies, and crud, the Dynastars had the edge. I will use the Fishers on the groomer days and the Dynstars on the powder days. Great edgehold and really fun ski!

Tried at demo..first run, first turn..knew these were the replacements for my 10 year old Rossi 9.9,s. Second run down a slope that always gave me trouble...not this time....faster and surer than ever before. Always looked at reviews as hype. These things are unbelievable 
and got at great price on internet. DO IT !

Hi guys, 
i skied an Atomic SL 9:11 for the last three years and now i`m searching for a new ski. The 9:11 is a good ski no question but i want something more versatile. A ski that is able to carve medium to short turns and that i can also use for short trips through the woods. I found the Atomic very demanding maybe it was too stiff for me?! I read many reviews of the RX8 and i`m not sure if it is the right sky for me. Is it similar to the 9:11? ... then it`s not the right sky for me. 
Any suggestions!? Thanks in advance!

I have been on mine for 3 seasons now and have NO plans to replace them anytime soon. 
 
They are THE go to ski for eastern USA skiing and I complimented them with a pair of AMC 79's. PERFECTION