Fischer Watea 101 (2012)
Tester's Review
The Watea isn't just rockered. Like the prow of a speedboat, its "powder hull" tip is shaped to part the snows with enhanced efficiency, while its notched "swallow tail" is designed to soften the finish of each deep-snow turn. It's No. 2 in Flotation and among the leaders in Crud. Meanwhile, Fischer lightens/strengthens the 101 by integrating two carbon-fiber I beams into the wood core. Stout sidewalls give it edging integrity, but despite its size it's more of a finesse ski than a battle axe. "Makes high-performance skiing easier, which I believe is the point," said Hogen.
PRICE (MSRP): $850.00
PRICE (MAP): $700.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2011/2012 |
| Level | Advanced, Expert |
| MSRP | $850.00 |
| MAP | $700.00 |
| Gender | Male |
| Category | Mixed Snow |
| Awards | Gold Medal Gear |
| Binding | Flat |
| Lengths | 172 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 134-101-124 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.31 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 2.48 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.52 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 3.13 / 5 |
| Rating: Quickness/Bumps | 2.89 / 5 |
| Rating: Rebound Energy | 2.82 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 3.74 / 5 |
| Rating: Balance of Skill | 2.91 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 3.11 / 5 |
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