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Fischer Transalp 86 Carbon (Backcountry Touring Ski 2022/2023)

Product Summary

Due to its lighweight construction the Fischer Transalp 86 Carbon is easy to handle not only downhill but also during longer ascents. The Fischer Transalp 86 Carbon's full retail price is 699,99 €. The Ski costs roughly 90 € more than the average price of all Backcountry Touring Skis, making it an upper mid-range model. The ski is very smooth and forgiving. It's the perfect tool for intermediate skiers. The Transalp 86 Carbon is a more off-piste oriented ski which rides great in deep powder. Thanks to its versatility however, it is also fun on groomers from time to time. The ski is available from 148 to 176cm.

The ski in details

The Transalp 86 Carbon is ready for any terrain on any mountain. Specifically placed carbon fiber and a milled Air Tec Paulownia wood core with Titanal binding reinforcement keep the weight low, while providing torsional stiffness and stability. The moderate width makes it ideal for tourers looking for unencumbered ascents and excellent downhill performance.

Performance meets lightness
There's a magic balance of lightweight and performance. With only 1180g at 176cm this lightweight ski guarantees effortless ascents - and thanks to Titanal reinforcements and Carbon Tex - optimal stability on the descent.

The magic of carbon
Extremely strong and light carbon fibres provide special torsional stiffness, stability and best downhill performance.

Weight/ski: 1180 g/176 cm

The Transalp 86 Carbon is available as a Women Selection in the second, pink colour variant. The technology is the same for both versions.

Technologies

Aeroshape
Special lightweight design for extreme torsion stability.

Air Tec Ti
Depending on the field of use, the AirTec core will be improved by an titanium reinforcement.

Carbon Tex

Sandwich Sidewall Construction
Wood core combined with ABS sidewalls in a classic Sandwich Construction for balanced flex and perfect rebound.

Sintered Bases
Sintered bases have exceptional waxing properties and a very long service life.

Tour ROCKER
The shorter contact length of the ski ensures that turn initiation is easier and requires less effort. Five different types: All Mountain ROCKER, Freeski ROCKER, Tour ROCKER, On Piste ROCKER, Hybrid ROCKER.

Ski review Fischer Transalp 86 Carbon

At the 2022/2023 WorldSkitest the skis were closely evaluated in the category „Touring Men 1 - 83-88mm“ and "Touring skis Ladies". Tester’s opinion (men): "2nd place for Fischer, this ski will inspire every touring enthusiast. A model with many strengths that skillfully demonstrates its advantages both ascending as descending. The "Transalp 86" convinced and left a very good overall impression. "

 Results MenResults Ladies
Handling, skins8,2 / 108,1 / 10
Long turns8,1 / 108,1 / 10
Short turns7,8 / 107,9 / 10
Stability at speed8,1 / 108,0 / 10
Physical effort7,8 / 107,8 / 10
Overall impression8,2 / 107,9 / 10
Total48,2 / 60
very good
47,8 / 60
very good

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Facts

Season 2022/2023
Season start: 2022
Season end: 2023
Category Backcountry Touring Ski
Suggested Retail Price 699.99 €
Rocker Ski

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Terrain

Slope
30%
Powder
70%

Skill Level

1 = Newbie, 10 = Pro
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Available lengths

Length (cm)Radius (m)Sidecut (mm)
148
14 m
117
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82
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101
155
15 m
118
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83
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103
162
16 m
120
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84
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104
169
17 m
121
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85
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105
176
18 m
123
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86
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107