Rossignol VS Oversize 2006 Ski Review

I tested the Rossignol VS Oversize ski with France’s Benjamin Cuier (now Director of Product Development at Rossignol) and it put a different spin on the new VS ski in a SHORT length.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006

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Model: VS Oversize
Size(cm) / Radius(m): 150/? 158/? 165/12.6 173/?
Sidecut : 118-66-104
Length Tested : 158

Manufacturer’s Description:

"The Rossignol VS Oversize Ti Skis are made for high speed slalom skiing in the fall line on groomed terrain. This Rossignol ski has Power and Dualtec2.  Enhanced urethane spacers at the rear of the lifter give the new Ti better power transmission to the tail section.  The Twin-Pulsion plate channels the power to two full-length rails to independently apply greater pressure to the edge of the ski. This maximizes hook-up at the beginning of the turn and finishes it aggressively."

Ski-Review’s verdict:

Most would consider a 158cm ski to be too short for a 200 skier. FUN and very quick are the operative words, and the 158 is some of the most fun a good skier will find.

We tested the VS again in Quebec and in Ontario, in longer lenghts as well, and it was a favorite with all our test team, including the better Women skiers.

If you’re wondering why Racers are skiing on really short skis (by OLD standards) get on a pair of short skis with lots of sidecut, tip ‘em way up on edge, and bang out 6 or 7 quick tight turns. You may feel the urge to grin or even join a race league.

I normally wouldn’t have skied the 158cm VS as part of an objective test, but I’m glad I did. They are not for everyone, but if you have to spend time at smaller areas, they just could be the most fun for some tight turns and a little game improvement.

Okay all you "long board" hold outs, insert arguments below…

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Reader Ski Reviews of the Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 09/06

Did you have a chance to try the 165cm version?

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Brian Babcock on 09/15

The 165cm is more stable at “Mach Schnell” but its still a stellar carver. The fun here was the shorter skis (158) and their uncanny ability to do so well even with a beefier pilot. (200 lbs) I would probably buy the 165 for a “Ski Everything Groomed” ski, but if you are lucky enough to own different skis for different tasks, the 158 is more of a toy to take out when other skis are skidding and skiers are complaining about “Loud Powder”  For QUICK (sudden) turns on hard pack snow and ice, try leaving your poles in the locker and getting your hip and hand CLOSE to the snow. Tip ‘em WAY up on edge; show your bases to all the others around you; and see if you’re not guilty of an almost evil GRIN.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 10/11

How would you compare with 2005 9s model.  In appearance they seem very close, other than the new silver/green colors.  How do women recreational/carver skiers like this particular model.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 10/20

I suppose best ski length depends on each person’s height?  I suppose 150 must be similar for a woman, to a 165 for a man??  Are you aware what other women are saying about this particular model and how it compares with other brand names?

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 03/22

I just bought a set of 165 TIs which were used 6 times from a friend.  He sidecut them to 1-2 (88degrees) and I can’t even sharpen them anymore.  I’m into the ‘glass with the file.  As I’ll have to replace them is the 9S better for edges?

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 03/17

2 degrees side bevel is probably right for that ski—It is right for my Rossi PP 9s skis.  There is a tool that trims back the glass on the side so you can file the edges.  Check that out at the shop and don’t toss those away.  They probably have many good years in them.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 08/29

I purchased a pair in a 158 length mid-season and I wish I would have done it sooner. I ski in the east where we have a lot of hard pack and they are awesome. You just put these babies on their edge and they will take what ever you give them. Everytime I get on them I am grinning from ear to ear.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 09/10

I demoed the vs oversize before buying my pair.  Let me tell you these skis really crank some nice turns at high speeds.  I bought the 158’s and they are the ideal size for me.  Best ski I have skied on in a long time.  Too bad they don’t make this model any more.  First day on the them I had the biggest smile on my face.  It was priceless.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 10/25

The local retailer let me take a pair of these out for a demo after being disappointed with a lower end carving ski. The 165 cm TI’s had so much grip and power at the end of a turn that it would literally launch me into the next turn. The rear activator seams to help keep your weight forward and in control. I’ve tried other skis and nothing comes close to the fun I have with the TI’s.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 08/23

The Rossignol 9S Ti oversize in 165 is perfect for East Coast conditions on Maountains big and small.  I am a parapalegic and ski a Freedom Factory Mogul Master II with these skies and they are the best I have ever encountered.  At 6’5” and 300 lbs I had to have a custom sled made but the 9S take it all in stride and carve turns like they were attached to rails regardless of the conditions.  After trying many other manufactures and several models of skis I have can recommend the 9S without reservation as the best I have EVER SKIED!

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 12/22

I demoed these skis before buying them and I ended by buying the 158.  Perfect ski for me, and they really crank some nice slalom and GS turns.  Very satisfied.  Too bad they don’t make these anymore.

Rossignol VS Oversize 2006
Written by Ski Review Guest on 01/25

I knew nothing about this ski when I purchased it last year at the Boston Ski Expo. They were a last year’s model back then. What a surprise they skied like a sports car compared to my old Rossignols. Best ski I ever purchased. Buy this ski for east coast skiing if you find a used pair on sale.

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