Fischer RC One 72 review 2020
PROSKILAB™ reviewers' comments
The trend in the industry is to merge the frontside, all-round, and all-mountain ranges together and to offer a variety of widths. The Fischer RC One range is no exception and has waists ranging from 72 mm to 86 mm!
We tested the narrowest ski in the range, the RC One 72 Multiflex, and we can say right off the bat, it did not disappoint our testers.
Overall performance is excellent. Quick turn initiation, edge grip, stability, and turn quality are all very good. The ski is also “reliable,” “confidence-inspiring,” and “versatile.” It can vary the type and size of the turn; it can carve, slide, skid, and transition from small to large turns whenever it wants. The rebound is good, but not explosive.
The ultimate carving ski, it stands out for its ability to flex and to get great edge grip by creating huge edge angles, while still making the skier feel safe. Even if you really lean into to the turn, the edge hold is still incredibly solid, and the ski doesn’t break away.
The Fischer RC One 72 is a “really nice ski” that we recommend to a wide range of skiers from very advanced to expert, who are looking for an all-round ski that is especially good at aggressive carved turns.
Review: Pros
- Overall performance
- Capable of creating and holding big edge angles
- Holds the line
- Versatile in turn type and size
- Transitions easily from skidded to carved turn
Review: Cons
- You need to create edge angle to get the most out of it (but you can also ski in a more relaxed manner)
- Requires good technical ability
- Edge grip and performance are slightly weaker at very high speed
The ski review scores
Turn initiation | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
Stability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.8 |
Stability/turning performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.3 |
Grip | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.8 |
Short turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.5 |
Long turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.2 |
Skid turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.3 |
Handleability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
Comfort | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.3 |
Snow contact | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 14.3 |
Soft snow fluidity | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.5 |
Who's it for?
Manufacturer's remarks
Going skiing means new challenges and conquering wide open spaces and a variety of slopes. Follow your passion and ski fast and aggressively, or slowly and in control, as you wish! The most important thing is that it makes you happy.
The new RC One collection uses technology that improves performance, such BAFATEX® and Ti construction. This allows skiers to ski exactly how they want and to become better skiers. The collection is designed to offer control as well as the easiest smoothest skiing you’ve ever experienced!
Features of the RC One 72
Brand : | Fischer |
Model : | RC One 72 |
Year : | 2020 |
Family : | Carvers |
Size tested : | 177 cm |
Tip size : | 119 mm |
Waist size : | 72 mm |
Tail size : | 102 mm |
Radius for the size reviewed : | 16 m |
Your review
Reviewed by PROSKILAB™
in La Clusaz, France, March 2019