Fischer 109 or 99

[sam]

Does anyone has experience with the Fischer BC E109 skis?

I used the E99 before, on relative flat areas like Skarvheimen. But on steeper terrain they became hard to handle, so I wondered if the E109 would be an alternative for a tour with mixed terrain - flat as well as up/down).

[Lars]

BC109 is much better downhill than E99. I changed a couple of years ago, and has never regretted that choice.

They are also floating much better upon the snow, espescially when you have a heavy burder.

(excuse my english)

[jarle]

i changed from e99 to e109 a few years ago too. i don't regret it! i upgraded them with new rottefella chili bindings before last season, and i works out very well! the handling got alot easier, and they can easily handle both leather boots and my scarpa t4. my e109 is considerably softer than the e99, which means the wax wears off faster, but it's usually not a problem. they're lightweight, very skiable, and great for touring at "normal" speeds. but they're not racers! i'd recommend them for typical western norway terrain.