The Atomic Redster S9i Revoshock S is a short-turn race ski built for carving tight lines on groomed slopes. It’s shaped to help you link quick turns while keeping things stable, making it a solid choice for skiers who like to stay dynamic without fighting their equipment.
At 165 cm, the ski’s 12.5 m radius and pronounced 118 / 68 / 104 sidecut work together to deliver responsive edge-to-edge transitions, so you can pivot through turns with confidence. It comes mounted with an Atomic X 12 GW binding for a reliable connection to your boot, helping you transfer power smoothly into each carve. Weighing 2925 g per ski, it offers enough heft to dampen vibrations at speed while still feeling nimble underfoot.
Radius refers to the size of the arc a ski naturally wants to follow when it’s on edge—in this case, 12.5 m leans toward tighter, more agile turns rather than long, drawn-out curves. Sidecut dimensions (tip / waist / tail) shape the ski’s hourglass profile, which allows it to bend into the snow more effectively when you tilt it on edge. Ski weight affects how planted or lively it feels: heavier setups tend to absorb chatter and hold a steady line, while lighter skis respond more immediately to changes in direction.
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