The 2024 Fischer Curv GT is an amazing option for skiers looking for that wider-bodied front side ski that stands up to race like performance and very aggressive skiing. Since it’s a bit lighter than the RC One series of skis, it makes for a more agile feel, and if you’re the type of skier that finds that to be more of a versatile feeling, then you’re looking at a more well-rounded ski. This one has a lot going for it, from the mid-range radius to the use of carbon, the Curv GT is a ripping ski for front side enthusiasts who value endless edge grip and tremendous energy. We got on the Curv GT a couple of years ago and were thrilled at the edge angles it was able to achieve as well as the smoothness in the middle of the arc. The Triple radius has a lot to do with the overall character and feel of the ski, putting it into the upper echelons of performance for the industry as a whole.

Built with a mix of beech and poplar, the Curv GT has a strong and snappy start. The energy is quite apparent when you load up the shovel and mid-section, and that’s not only due to the poplar, but also the uses of carbon involved. The Diagocarbon is a cross-hatching method of braiding carbon stringers across the ski in a diagonal format while the carbon bridge features horizontally placed carbon stringers in the underfoot zone to increase torsional stiffness. It works really well and emphasizes the theme of a lighter weight carving ski, complementing the poplar wood and other carbon laminates. For metal, we get two sheets of .5 mm titanal to smooth and power the ride. Even with all this stuff going on, the ski tips the scale at 2200 grams, making it rugged enough for high-powered skiing while also keeping it at least somewhat nimble for quicker turns and agile performance.

At 76 mm underfoot, this ski fits into the wide-bodied side of the front side spectrum. Sure, there are wider skis that have this style of performance, but the Curv GT is more agile than most. We were impressed with the versatility of the ski due to the combination of lighter weight and wider shape. The shovel felt somewhat rockered, and while the ski is certainly more cambered than anything else, the width of the shovel felt like it stayed on top of softer snow with relative ease. In the 175, the ski hits a 16-meter turn radius, putting it right in the middle zone for where these skis should be. The triple radius shape makes it so the ski is stable at speed when you’re standing in the middle and tightens up when you’re pressuring fore or aft. It’s a natural way to alter up turn shape and style, and it is quite fun when you get the hang of it.

While the Curv GT is best suited to expert skiers and racers, there’s room for advanced skiers who are looking to enter the world of high-performance on-piste skiing. The weight keeps things somewhat approachable, but the stiffness of the ski can still be quite daunting for those not used to this type of flex. The carbon ensures that the ski keeps the performance to an absolute maximum in terms of responsiveness while the metal absorbs and filters out unwanted vibrations and chatter. For a good time ripping down the front side, check out the Curv GT.