Characteristic
[col type="col_1_3″ class=""]This model HERO FIS GS is the top model of the HERO line for giant slalom skiers and riders at absolute racing level (GS stands for Giant Slalom). The model is available in two variants. One is the HERO FIS GS "WC" for World Cup women and men (WC stands for World Cup) and the other is the HERO FIS GS "Racing" for U16 athletes. The HERO FIS GS WC is tailored to the FIS standards of the World Cup, which is why it is available in the following sizes in compliance with the rules:
[/col] [col type="col_1_3″ class=""]190, 195 cm (radius 35 m) for men and 183, 188 cm (radius 30 m) for women.
The new "Prop-Tech" technology provides a more adaptable torsion flex for better control, best edge grip and smooth turn initiation.
In the present Rectangular Sandwich construction, the wood core is reinforced with titanal layers.[/col][col type="col_1_3″ class=""]The "Power Turn Rocker" provides the ski with 10% rocker share at the shovel. This gives the ski high preload, power and good edge grip and at the shovel easier turn initiation. The "Cascade Tip" shovel technology helps to better cornering and more efficient grip. Equipped with the new R20 WC race plate, the ski offers giant slalom skiers maximum precision.[/col]
Dimensions & Prices | |
Lengths | 170, 175, 182, 183, 185, 188, 190, 195 cm |
170, 175, 182 cm AXIAL3 120 Maxflex binding - 183, 185, 188, 190 cm AXIAL3 150 Maxflex binding | |
Waist | 109-66-90 mm (170 cm), 104-68-89 (175 cm), 105-68-89 mm (182 cm), 98-65-77 mm (195 cm) |
Radius | 19 m (170 cm), 23 m (175 cm), 25 m (182 cm), 35 m (195 cm) |
Weight | 4.2 kg/pair (models: 170, 175, 182 cm) and 4.4 kg/pair (all other models) |
Price | Model "HERO FIS GS WC": CHF 1'049.00 incl. R20 race plate, from CHF 1'349.00 incl. binding |
Model "HERO FIS GS Racing": CHF 899.00 incl. R20 racing plate, from CHF 1'199.00 incl. binding |
Technologies & Materials | |
Construction | Rectangular sandwich |
Material | Wood core, Titanal |
Prop Tech | Transversal system for the release of the flex. Improved swing release, more relaxed riding. |
Power Turn Rocker | 90% Preload, 10% Rocker on the shovel: Good edge grip, power, easy swing release. |
Cascade Tip | The top layers (metal / fiberglass) of the blade are staggered: blade is more maneuverable, less sluggish |
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