Cross-country skis from ROSSIGNOL

ROSSIGNOL is the oldest French manufacturer of high quality products. A well-known brand produces very good cross-country skis in a huge range. In this article, we will look at the main features and characteristics of ROSSIGNOL branded sporting goods.

The famous French brand ROSSIGNOL has existed since 1907. It has established itself as one of the most conscientious manufacturers of sports goods in the world. From the assortment of this popular brand, buyers can choose first-class skating, cross-country and slalom ski models for themselves.

High quality cross-country skis ROSSIGNOL are in great demand. They are quickly disassembled in sports stores. The trademark sport attributes of this category can be applied to both the classic-type stroke and the skating version. Customers can choose the perfect model for themselves in different lengths and degrees of rigidity.

We will find out what features modern cross-country skiing models of the French brand have.

• Since 2017, the ROSSIGNOL brand, in collaboration with Fisher, has been using a special fastening system such as IFP. It has many positive characteristics, is reliable and practical.
• The main feature of the ROSSIGNOL brand cross-country skis, for which many people love them, is non-standard ski work. ROSSIGNOL has always been characterized by excellent indicators of "energy intensity" and "vigor", as well as sufficient stability in the conditions of tight ski slopes.
• Many athletes prefer to select sports equipment with sliding surfaces that have a certain amount of stiffness. This allows users to achieve a more dynamic experience. You should not resort to such "tricks" with the products of the French brand ROSSIGNOL.The ridge here must be selected only by weight, and it makes sense to take the classics a little softer (about 3-5 kg).

The existing French workshop is primarily aimed at the production of high-quality skis for specific parameters of skiers of the highest level. All products are assembled by hand, the press is adjusted individually, the fixing of the laminates is done manually. On products manufactured by the workshop in France, there is a smaller amount of varnish, numbers may be missing, and glue residues are often noticed. Simply put, the "hand" origin of such sports equipment can be easily identified. The Spanish workshop is predominantly mass-produced, but it also produces cross-country ski models that are used by experienced riders.

Most of the sporting attributes of the ROSSIGNOL brand found in stores are Spanish. In Spain, branded skis are assembled semi-automatically. The selection of skis is made by a special machine in accordance with the preset parameters. The quality of ROSSIGNOL branded cross-country skis does not depend on the country that produced them.

All branded models of ROSSIGNOL running equipment have a specific marking.

• Six numbers denote brand skating skis. If there are only 4 digits, this indicates the classic type.
• 41... This marking indicates the length parameter from the unit of balance to the heel. Measured to a thickness indicator of 0.5 mm.
• 36... And this number means the same as marking 41, but already to the toe, not to the heel.
• 2,5... Displacement designation, if you set a weight that corresponds to the standard weight parameters.
• 83... The figure indicated indicates the number of kilograms under load from which a sliding sports product can drop 0.3 mm.
• 172... A measure of a person's weight in pounds.
• 77... A figure indicating how much a person should weigh in kilograms.

When choosing brand skis, you must look at the labeling and observe the compliance of the products with the user's weight. For skating skis, such standards have been established.

For classic options, the meanings will be different.

The assortment of the famous French brand ROSSIGNOL includes many first-class cross-country skis with various technical characteristics. Let's consider what parameters some top-end specimens belonging to different rulers have.

• Delta Sport Skating-IFP. High quality cross-country sport skis. They will be an excellent choice for big ski lovers. These products incorporate an Active cap design and use advanced Extended Edge technology. This ski model is characterized by a very high stability index. The user can easily adjust the direction of the maneuverable products.

• X-IUM Classic Premium C2 –IFP... Expensive flagship cross-country ski. Part of a range of professional sports equipment, perfect for standard travel. These products are Premium. Usually they are chosen by experienced athletes to participate in various serious competitions.These skis have a special Nomex core reinforced with carbon fiber. The waist of the product is rigid and has a high quality and versatile sliding surface.

• Delta Comp Skating IFP. An excellent cross-country ski model ideal for expert skiers. This sports product is characterized by a very attractive and striking design, with a honeycomb core reinforced with carbon fiber. Delta Comp Skating IFP skis boast amazing racing precision, responsiveness, and excellent speed.

• X-IUM Classic WCS - C3 White Base... A relatively inexpensive unisex ski for adults, it has an ultralight Nomex core. Profile S3 is designed for positive temperatures, as well as tracks with high humidity levels. These sports products are characterized by good stability and handling. Skis X-IUM Classic WCS - C3 White Base are very "obedient", equipped with a sliding surface made of white plastic with a special structure.

• Princess Waxless. High quality model of brand children's skis. This sports equipment is perfect for young lovers of ski walks - both boys and girls. It has a very attractive design. The design has a lightweight core with special air valves. There are notches in the area of ​​the shoe.

• XT-Venture Jr Waxbase... The top model of the junior cross-country skiing category. They have a lightweight core with air valves. The sliding surfaces are here treated with special extruded materials. For the most comfortable riding, you need to apply a special holding ointment under the shoe of the device. The model is inexpensive, has a very stylish and modern design that is popular with young people.

Having bought high-quality branded skis, you need to know how to correctly install the mount on them... Mounts are different and are installed in different ways. It can be more than just IFP fasteners. Also very popular are the NIS fixing systems, which are easy to fix and just as easy to adjust.

Not all skis are suitable for using NIS bindings. The products must contain special platforms that are found in the sports products of the French brand. In order to correctly install the mount of the specified type, it is put on the ski along the rails until a characteristic click is heard.