Nordica ski - ski test
The company Nordica with head office in Treviso (I) was founded in 1939 by the Vaccari brothers and initially it was specialized in the production of free time and winter shoes. Today Nordica is represented in all winter sport resorts around the world and offers not only quality ski boots, but also various types of skis.
Nordica Hot Rod Jet Fueli-core XBI CT - AllMountain (9th place)
Rating: good - average: 34,8
Information:
- tested length: 178 cm
- radius: 18 m
- sidecut: 126-84-112
- available lengths: 162, 170, 178
- RRP: € 699,95 incl. binding
Detailed results:
- long swing turn: 7,3
- short swing turn: 6,7
- edge grip: 6,8
- smooth running: 6,9
- general effort: 7,2
Tester's opinion:
Very close to "very good" are the strengths of the Hot Rods, especially on swinging long turns. Another advantage of Nordicas is its light weight that makes it possible to exercise a power-saving day of skiing. More AllMountain
Nordica Fire Arrow 74 - Men Allround (7th place)
Silver SnowStyle
Rating: very good - average: 36,4
Information:
- tested length: 172 cm
- radius: 14,5 m
- sidecut: 126-74-109
- available lengths: 156, 164, 172, 180
- RRP: € 499,95 incl. binding
Detailed results:
- long swing turn: 7,5
- short swing turn: 7,2
- edge grip: 7,4
- smooth running: 7,2
- general effort: 7,2
Tester's opinion:
The truly beautiful and unique design awards the Nordica with a silver medal in SnowStyle. The Fire Arrow is an agile and lively all-rounder that also scores with its low weight. Borut Azman was particularly excited about this ski and awarded top rating.
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Nordica Drive XBI CT - Ladies Allround (8th place)
Bronze SnowStyle
Rating: very good - average: 36,1
Information:
- tested length: 162 cm
- radius: 13,5 m
- sidecut: 123-76-107
- available lengths: 146, 154, 162, 170
- RRP: € 399,95 incl. binding
Detailed results:
- long swing turn: 7,8
- short swing turn: 7,3
- edge grip: 7,0
- smooth running: 7,0
- general effort: 6,9
Tester's opinion:
The Nordica Drive will not only be an attraction while skiing this winter but also when showing off at the bars, Bronze in SnowStyle and a very good rating on the slopes.
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Nordica Dobermann Spitfire XBI CT - Ladies High Performance (winner)
Rating: very good - average: 37,6
Information:
- tested length: 162 cm
- radius: 13 m
- sidecut: 120-70-103
- available lengths: 154, 162, 170, 178
- RRP: € 599,95 incl. binding
Detailed results:
- long swing turn: 7,9
- short swing turn: 7,8
- edge grip: 7,1
- smooth running: 7,5
- general effort: 7,5
Tester's opinion:
Nordica not only wins in World Cup races, but also at the WorldSkitest 2011! Very good ratings in all parameters make the Dobermann Spitfire to an outstanding partner for this year's ski season. Our recommendation: Buy it! More Ladies High Performance
Nordica SL Pro XBI CT - Men Race Slalom (4th place)
Bronze SnowStyle
Rating: very good - average: 38,9
Information:
- tested length: 165 cm
- radius: 13 m
- sidecut: 120-67-103
- available lengths: 155, 165, 170
- RRP: € 799,95 incl. binding
Detailed results:
- long swing turn: 7,9
- short swing turn: 7,9
- edge grip: 7,7
- smooth running: 7,7
- general effort: 7,8
Tester's opinion:
The Doberman does not only look very good - bronze in the snow style - it convinces also on the slopes. Long and short turns are - together with relatively little effort, great smoothness and excellent edge grip - becoming a great pleasure.
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Nordica Ace of Spades Ti - Twin Tip (4th place)
Silver SnowStyle
Rating: very good - average: 35,8
Information:
- tested length: 170 cm
- radius: 17 m
- sidecut: 113-86-113
- available lengths: 163, 170, 177, 184
- RRP: € 499,95 incl. binding
Detailed results:
- long swing turn: 7,7
- short swing turn: 6,7
- edge grip: 6,9
- smooth running: 7,3
- general effort: 7,3
Tester's opinion:
Also this year the designers of Nordica fully met the taste of the testers and were rewarded for the striking and original look with the silver medal in Snow Style. The Ace of Spades is also on the slopes - "very good" rated, this was also confirmed by TwinTip professional Sabrina Cakmakli. More Twin Tip
Nordica Fire Arrow 74 EDT - Open Space
Information:
- tested length: 178 cm, 170 cm
- radius: 14,5 m, 16 m
- sidecut: 126-74-109
- available lengths: 156, 164, 172, 180
- RRP: € 799,95 incl. binding
Manufacturer's comment:
The aggressive front sideline brings fun back to the slopes. The Fire Arrow 74 EDT is a new combination of a modern front side cut, a versatile waist and the Nordica Torsion Technology EDT.
Tester's comments:
Equipped with the latest technology the Fire Arrow 74 promised fun skiing for all ski champs - and this promise came true: The testers gave consistently high ratings for the riding qualities. Happy faces were seen especially by those who are still hobby racers between the bars. More Open Space