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Nordica Hot Rod Hellcat XBi Alpine Ski

Nordica Hot Rod Hellcat XBi Alpine Ski description

The Nordica Hot Rod Hellcat XBi Alpine Ski gives aggressive skiers precise edge control on hardpack, and won't dive like a submarine on wicked pow days. With 90mm underfoot and a 132mm shovel, the Hot Rod Hellcat ski floats through powder and provides quick response on groomers, so you're ready whether you're in a foot of fresh snow or on two-week-old hardpack. Combined with the Marker N 5-14 XBi Binding (included), this ski redistributes pressure toward the tips and tail of the skis when you get off-balance, and the integrated binding system provides an even flex for better grip on the slopes.

Bottom Line: Nordica's Hot Rod XBi Skis and Marker N 5-14 Bindingsfly like a Hellcat.

Edge-to-edge quickness is decent considering the Hellcat's 90mm waist. It carves very well and loves speed. The soft tip floats in powder and crud is simply no match for this powerful ski. It likely wouldn't be the first choice for lighter or timid skiers however, If conditions are variable, as they often are where I ski in the Pacific Northwest, and larger, more aggressive skiers are looking for one pair of skis to handle anything the mountain can dish out, look no further, the Hellcat is your ski.