2025 Rossignol Rallybird Soul 102

Big news for the Rossignol Freeride collection, the brand new Rallybird Soul 102 is a wider-bodied all-mountain ski that is based off the recent Rallybird 102 mold but blends elements and inspiration from the legendary Soul series from many moons ago. Designed to be more accessible and less demanding than their predecessor, this ski is a one stop shop, offering great flotation, turning capabilities, and all-around fun. With the perfect balance between playful agility in soft snow and precise control on-piste, this versatile freeride ski feels more intuitive and accessible than ever. Whether you’re lapping pow runs at the resort or conquering backcountry terrain, this ski has been redesigned to tackle more terrain with more ease.

Built with a poplar wood core to bring plentiful energy and agility, this sets the stage for the rest of the foundation. Rossignol incorporates a titanal beam to the center portion of the ski to dampen vibrations and keep the ski smooth and stable. This is where the higher level of performance stems from, providing the appropriate amount of stiffness and power for a more aggressive style of skiing. That said, the amount of metal is suitable for the ski’s intended use and keeps it from feeling too demanding. We also get Air Tip technology that we’ve seen featuring in Rossignol skis since the Soul 7, as well as the VAS vibration absorption system placed in the shovel, both serving to lighten the swing weight and create a smooth, consistent feel. Despite the light, agile feel of this ski, it does weigh in at 1700 grams in the 164 cm length. While this doesn’t tip the scale, it is hefty enough to feel planted to the snow and substantial. Speaking to its range of capabilities and versatility, Tester Danielle Nichols commented, “Very fun in big soft bumps. Easy to maneuver and super stable under foot. Fun on soft groomers. Definitely seems solid enough for harder snow but none to ski! Ha” As luck would have it, conditions on the day of testing were phenomenal and suited this ski’s intended use perfectly.

At first glance, the shape and profile look pretty much the same as the previous Rallybird 102. However, the main difference in this year’s version is the increase in tail rocker. While still the same square, directional shape, it takes inspiration from the wider, powder-oriented versions, taking on greater flotation and more energy out of the tail. The sidecut of 135/101/125 mm creates a 15-meter turn radius in the 164 cm length, which for a ski this wide is pretty short. This creates the fun-loving, agile feel that many skiers enjoy. When you factor in the weight, it’s truly impressive how nimble and responsive this ski is.

It’s hard not to be attracted to the well-rounded, predictable nature of the Rallybird Soul 102. The undeniable blend of characteristics is what draws so many into its orbit. With a wide range of sizes, intermediates looking for an intuitive, energetic all-mountain ski can access it while advanced skiers looking for a quick turning, fun-loving daily driver can push it harder. Encompassing all-mountain and freeride characteristics leave a wide range of skiers in the sweet spot for both on-trail and off-trail enjoyment.