2025 Rossignol Experience 86 Basalt Skis with Atomic Hawx Magna 100 Boots and Poles

Confident carving with an escape route off the trail describes the Rossignol Experience 86 Basalt. A responsive shape and smooth stability suit skiers who spend most of the day on groomed runs but want the width to handle changing snow when they wander. It's a frontside-focused all-mountain ski that stays composed whether the surface is firm or broken up. [boot PKG overview]

Who it's for:

Intermediate to advanced skiers who spend most of their time on trail but want the option to leave it. It suits skiers who want one pair for a week of variable conditions rather than a dedicated carver.

Things to consider:

It's a compromise by design, so a dedicated carver will hold a firmer edge on hard snow and a wider all-mountain ski will float better in soft. Skiers committed to one end or the other should buy the specialist.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Frontside all-mountain skis reward a length matching the skier's height, which balances edge grip against maneuverability off the trail. Add a size if most of your days are fast and open, drop one if you ski tight terrain.