Best Racing Skis

Ready, set...go! Whether you’re an experienced skier or just hitting the bunny slopes (no judgment!), we have the right pair of racing skis for you. We work with skiers and gear experts to review products for flex and shape, and update our rankings weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.

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Atomic Redster S9

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Advanced skiers who enjoy carving turns and challenging terrain.

The Atomic Redster S9 is a high-performance slalom ski designed for experienced skiers who prioritize speed and agility. It features an Ultra Power Woodcore for explosive acceleration and Revoshock Technology for improved stability at high speeds. Popular among World Cup racers, the S9 is known for its exceptional responsiveness, edge hold, and stability.

The Atomic Redster S9s are my go-to skis when I’m in the mood to work on my tight, technical, turns. They're light and respond well to quick changes of direction, unlike some heavier skis that are meant for more sustained carving, which is a result of their Ultra Power Woodcore. That’s exactly what you would expect from purpose-built slalom skis. Although these are often seen as advanced level skis, I’d also recommend them to an intermediate skier who wants to build good technique and habits instead of just bombing every run.

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Rossignol Hero FIS SL Pro

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Racers who are competing at the highest level of the sport.

The Rossignol Hero FIS SL Pro skis are designed for elite slalom racers. LCT technology provides precise control and superior grip at high speeds, while a Full Camber maximizes power transfer. These high-performance skis deliver exceptional results on the World Cup circuit.

The Rossignol Hero FIS SL Pro Skis are premium race skis that are targeted at the absolute highest level of skiers out there. They’re actually approved by FIS—the International Ski and Snowboard Federation—for use in professional events and, as you’d expect, they’re packed full of the latest and greatest ski technology. You don’t necessarily need to be a pro to rip some runs in these, but you really do need to know what you’re doing. I’m not a pro, but as an expert skier, I can tell you that you feel powerful skiing in them because you can really get close to your limits.

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Rossignol Hero Athlete SL

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Advanced skiers who prioritize agility and responsiveness.

The Rossignol Hero Athlete SL skis are designed for advanced skiers seeking agility and responsiveness. LCT technology provides precise control and superior grip at high speeds, while Carbon Laminate enhances edge hold. These high-performance skis deliver exceptional results on the slalom slopes.

The Rossignol Hero Athlete SL Skis are the slalom version of the company’s incredibly popular junior competition ski, the Hero Athlete GS Skis. They strike just the right balance between speed and maneuverability, like all the best slalom skis, as well as well-optimized sidewalls that ensure your edges with grip. As a result, I’d say that they’re the perfect ski for the budding slalom champion. Especially since they’re easy to find used and are usually really well taken care of!

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Atomic Redster G9

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Advanced skiers who want a high-performance ski that can handle challenging terrain and high speeds.

The Atomic Redster G9 is a high-performance ski that brings World Cup technology to the slopes. Inspired by the skis used by professional racers like Mikaela Shiffrin, the Redster G9 offers exceptional edge grip, stability, and responsiveness. Its Ultra Power Wood Core, titanal laminates, and Servotec technology deliver a powerful and precise ride, making it ideal for advanced skiers who demand the best. Whether you're carving turns on groomed runs or tackling challenging terrain, the Redster G9 will elevate your skiing experience.

When it comes to racing, Atomic has led the pack since 2012 with their Redster line of skis. Dedicated to racing and piste, Redsters are designed to carve, turn, and speed down the mountain with precise grip and handling. Atomic offers a variety of models, some more ‘piste-forward’ and others more ‘race-forward’. The Redster G9 is Atomic's more resort-friendly race skis with a shorter turn radius. Build to go fast and maintain stability all the while.

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Rossignol Hero FIS GS Pro

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Young skiers seeking to improve in their skills and overall performance.

The Rossignol Hero FIS GS Pro skis feature size-specific flexes and balanced constructions to perfectly match the skiers growth and skill development. Race-proven Line Control Technology (LCT) ensures unrivaled precision and control, eliminating counter-flexing for unwavering line stability.

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Fischer RC4 World Cup SL

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Skiers seeking high levels of speed and agility who value precision.

The Fischer RC4 World Cup SL ski is a lightning-fast race ski engineered for aggressive turns. Featuring specialized shovel construction and the powerful M-Plate, these skis deliver explosive acceleration and unmatched agility. Hole Ski technology enhances stability, while the World Cup race base ensures lightning-fast speed.

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HEAD World Cup Rebels e-GS RD

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Skiers who enjoy carving turns and pushing their limits.

The HEAD World Cup Rebels e-GS RD Skis are designed for elite-level giant slalom racers, offering exceptional speed, stability, and precision. The e-GS RD skis feature Titanium Stabilizer which provides stability and vibration dampening, ensuring a smooth and controlled ride. These skis also feature HEAD's innovative EMC technology, which provides enhanced vibration control and improved energy transfer.

The HEAD World Cup Rebels e-GS RD Skis are a serious pair of skis for serious skiers. They also feel amazing whatever type of conditions you’re skiing, as a result of the vibration-dampening technology they contain. And, yes, I’m even talking about those terrible icy marbles. All and all, these are some of the best performing skis that you can get for an affordable price when buying used.

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HEAD World Cup Rebels i.GS RD

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Elite GS racers who demand precision and responsiveness.

The HEAD World Cup Rebels i. GS RD skis deliver unmatched acceleration, supreme balance, and faultless control to dominate any GS competition. Boasting the most Olympic medals of any ski, its legacy is built on refined racing technology. Head's aggressive construction provides the explosive power and precise responsiveness you need to outrun the competition, while the lightweight, ultra-responsive core integrates Titanal, Graphene, and intelligent technology for unmatched strength and control.

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Fischer RC4 World Cup GS

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Serious junior GS racers who are seeking high-performance technology.

The Fischer RC4 World Cup GS skis feature cutting-edge World Cup technology, to deliver exceptional speed, precision, and control. Sensational edge grip provides the confidence young racers need, while direct power transfer ensures explosive acceleration and unrivaled responsiveness. The stable wood core minimizes vibrations for a smooth and controlled ride, and the race-ready base eliminates the need for sidewall planning.

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Atomic Redster FIS GS

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Skiers looking for unmatched stability and control.

The Atomic Redster FIS GS skis feature revoshock technology that absorbs bumps for unmatched stability and control, while maintaining lightning-fast edge-to-edge transitions and explosive acceleration. Full-length sidewalls and Ultra TI Powered laminate ensure unwavering edge hold and torsional rigidity, even in the most demanding conditions.

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Fischer RC4 Race

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Elite level Slalom racers who are looking for high performance skis that have advanced technology.

The Fischer RC4 Race skis delivers explosive acceleration and unparalleled edge grip, allowing skiers to carve precise turns with incredible precision. The stiff metal plate maximizes power transfer for lightning-fast edge changes, while the FIS-compliant design ensures the skier to meet all race regulations.

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Volkl Racetiger GS

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Advanced skiers who enjoy carving turns and pushing their limits.

The Völkl Racetiger GS skis offer exceptional performance on the giant slalom slopes. Tailored Carbon Tip technology provides precise torsional control, allowing for a more direct and agile approach to the gate. These skis also feature Full Sidewall ABSm which offer durability and impact resistance, protecting the ski from the rigors of racing. These skis are a top choice for competitive skiers seeking speed, stability, and precision.

Although Volkl doesn’t quite have the profile of some other ski manufacturers, I’ve always enjoyed heading up the chairlift clipped into a couple of their skis. The Volkl Racetiger GS Skis are my favorite skis for those days you’re going to spend on hard or even icy slopes, since they have the strength and bite to keep you feeling confident in challenging conditions. They’re fast enough to be used in junior competition, if that’s what you’re looking for, but they’re also versatile enough to work as a day-to-day ski.

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Nordica Dobermann GS WC

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Elite GS racers seeking maximum stability and responsiveness.

The Nordica Dobermann GS WC skis are the perfect blend of wood and metal construction that provides unmatched stability and responsiveness, while the 10mm Marker Piston Plate maximizes energy transfer for explosive acceleration. Available in soft or stiff flex options, the hand-finished Dobermann GS WC Dept is designed to meet the demands of the most competitive racers.

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Rossignol Hero Athlete GS

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Advanced skiers who are looking for a high-performance ski that can help them achieve their racing goals.

The Rossignol Hero Athlete GS skis are designed for serious giant slalom racers. Inspired by World Cup race skis, they feature Carbon Laminate for enhanced edge hold and responsiveness. This high-performance ski delivers maximum speed, stability, and control on the slopes.

The GS Skis are the first pair of race skis that many kids get to own, and that makes a lot of sense, since that’s exactly who Rossignol designed them for. They certainly fit the bill, providing enough speed and edge control to take on Giant Slalom and Super G courses. In many ways, they’re the obvious choice for parents who are looking to get a competitive pair of race skis for their children. On the other hand, if that doesn’t exactly describe what you’re looking for, you might want to try to find more versatile skis that will open up more of the mountain.

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Dynastar Speed WC FIS GS

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Volkl Racetiger SL

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Atomic Redster FIS SG

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HEAD World Cup Rebels i.SL RD

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Dynastar Speed Team GS

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Rossignol SG

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Blizzard Firebird GS Race Plate

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Dynastar Team Course

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Fischer Fischer World Cup SG

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Stockli Laser

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Atomic Redster GS

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HEAD World Cup Rebels i.Race

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Dynastar Speed WC FIS SG

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HEAD World Cup Rebels i.SG RD

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Rossignol DH

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Nordica Dobermann GSJ

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Nordica Dobermann SG

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Rossignol Hero FIS SG

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Stockli LASER GS FIS

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Atomic Race

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Atomic Race GS

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Dynastar Speed WC FIS SL

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Nordica Dobermann SL WC

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Blizzard GS FIS

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Rossignol HERO ATHLETE FIS SL

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Rossignol Hero Athlete Multi Event

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Rossignol Hero Athlete SL Pro

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Rossignol Hero Master

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