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While the Hot Rod Nitrous shares its footprint (shape) with the Nordica Hot Rod Top Fuel, it has a more reasonable flex pattern, allowing the skier to choose the turn shape rather than fight with the stiffness of the Top Fuel (which was fine at Top Fuel velocity in big arcs). The Hot Rod Nitrous is much more versatile without sacrificing high speed capability. 
Model: Nordica Hot Rod Nitrous (2008)
Size(cm) / Radius(m): 170/15.8
Sidecut: 123-78-108 Manufacturer's Description of the Nordica Hot Rod Nitrous: "The Hot Rod series is engineered with four different waist constructions including wider waists, for powder and soft snow flotation, combined with with aggressive sidecuts, for ripping turns on hard packed and groomed snow. A little narrower than the hellcat the Hot Rod Nitrous is the ultimate versatile all-mountain ski if you spend time in a wide variety of snow conditions." Ski-Review's Verdict: It’s a lot like the Top Fuel but there is no metal in the Nitrous, which should be great news for Mogul lovers that need one ski for everywhere and everything. That is not say that the Nitrous is the definitive “bump ski” but they are very accommodating while the absence of metal will help the skis retain their original camber without the hindrance of “metal memory.” Much more “user friendly” and versatile than its big brother the Top Fuel (which was not a favorite) The Nitrous is characteristic of the newer ski designs that used to be “mid-fats” but as waists got wider and skis got shorter these are now almost the “norm.” A nice blend of “beefy” and agile, for better skiers looking to go a little wider without sacrificing the benefits of a true “All Mountain” ski. Wasn’t this formerly known as a “Combi” ski?
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