Fischer Transalp 98 CTI Ski
Looking for a versatile all-mountain ski that doesn’t tip the scales on the way up? Look no further than the Fischer Transalp 98 CTI. Sporting a generous amount of rocker in the tip, the Transalp 98 CTI handles itself nicely in powder while carbon stringers and a Paulownia wood core ensure the ski has a lively and fun personality. Should you be in an arcing mood, the medium turn radius is a blast on groomers or chalk, allowing you to push the speed until your amygdala throws up the white flag.
While the Transalp 98 CTI is fun in powder, it certainly is no slouch in firm conditions. Thanks to Titinal reinforcement underfoot, a sandwich sidewall construction, and a supportive tail, the Transalp 98 CTI is confidence inspiring when you need it the most. Great for when you mistime the freeze-thaw cycle in a steep couloir. Should you want to capitalize on the early October snow storms, the Transalp 98 CTI sports durable sintered bases, hopefully keeping the cost of your early-season antics low.
Whether you are tackling a record winter in the Wasatch, doing your first ski traverse, or looking to slim your quiver to one, the Fischer Transalp 98 CTI has you covered.
- Sandwich Sidewall Construction provides good edge hold and power transmission without excess weight.
- Shaped TI 0.5 technology provides stiffness underfoot and rock-solid binding retention.
- Durable sintered bases hold up to early and late-season abuse.
- Paulownia wood core with Carbon-Stringers keeps the weight low and performance high.
- Integrated skin clip allows for secure, precut skin attachment.
- Air-Tec milling reduces the weight of the core without sacrificing performance or durability.
- Tour Rocker allows the ski to perform well in a variety of different conditions.
| Specifications | |
| Lengths (cm) | 155, 162, 169, 176, 183 |
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Weight |
1250g [162] 1360g [169] 1390g [176] 1560g [183] |
| Weight (pair) | 2500g [162] 2720g [169] 2780g [176] 3120g [183] |
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131-97-116 [162] 132-98-117 [169] 133-98-118 [176] 134-99-119 [183] |
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Turn |
20m [162] 21m [169] 22m [176] 23m [183] |
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Skin |
Z-hook tip, flat-notched tail |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Rockered tip, camber underfoot, flatter tail |
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Wide and rockered shovel, medium radius, supportive flatter tail |
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Sandwich sidewall with carbon stringers |
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Paulownia |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Everyday touring, mid-winter cold smoke, variable snow |
| Notes | Quiver of one offering from Fischer |
| Bottom Line | Versatile waist width and construction that can tackle most backcountry conditions |
| Compare to other High-fat Skis | |
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Questions & Reviews
12/10/2024
I've read the previous reviews and just have 1 clarifying question. Can this ski used for resort and tour? My routine is to skin up the resort in the a.m. in Breckenridge, and many times stay for some bonus chair laps--usually on powder days in the steep chutes or bowls. I also love carving some corduroy. I'm looking for 1 ski to do everything (thought my Dynafit Free 97 was it but it chatters a bit on hard pack)--So I'm considering the Transalp 98 or 105 and also the Ranger 102. I'm an advanced skier, 5'10, 150lbs. Oh yeah, I want to mount 1 tele and 1 alpine with tech bindings. Which would you steer me toward?
12/11/2024
Hi Jerry!
This ski is certainly up for such a task! With a shape and construction that lends to both versatility and powerful skiing, it can handle all the subtleties of the resort. Being a stiffer ski, you will see reduced chatter compared to the Free 97. Continuing with the comparison, now with the Transalp 105 and Ranger 102, the 98 will be more energetic and responsive in firmer conditions. This detail will highlighted on the groomers. Additionally, the 98 will be more efficient on the up, especially when compared to the Ranger 102. Although all three are great options, the Transalp 98 may be the most suitable for what you are looking to do. Thanks!
This ski is certainly up for such a task! With a shape and construction that lends to both versatility and powerful skiing, it can handle all the subtleties of the resort. Being a stiffer ski, you will see reduced chatter compared to the Free 97. Continuing with the comparison, now with the Transalp 105 and Ranger 102, the 98 will be more energetic and responsive in firmer conditions. This detail will highlighted on the groomers. Additionally, the 98 will be more efficient on the up, especially when compared to the Ranger 102. Although all three are great options, the Transalp 98 may be the most suitable for what you are looking to do. Thanks!
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11/24/2024
How do these compare to the Scott Superguide 95?
11/25/2024
Hi Markus,
Good comparison! Both the Fischer Transalp 98 and the Scott Superguide 95 are stiff, fairly traditional skis. The Fischers have more rocker, which will make them initiate and release turns a little easier - potentially making them a bit easier to manage in backcountry conditions. The Scotts are a bit more locked into a turn, and are great carving skis. Fantastic on smoother hardpack snow. Both will reward a strong skier who wants a stiff ski that they can drive!
Good comparison! Both the Fischer Transalp 98 and the Scott Superguide 95 are stiff, fairly traditional skis. The Fischers have more rocker, which will make them initiate and release turns a little easier - potentially making them a bit easier to manage in backcountry conditions. The Scotts are a bit more locked into a turn, and are great carving skis. Fantastic on smoother hardpack snow. Both will reward a strong skier who wants a stiff ski that they can drive!
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8/2/2024
Looking at this ski in a 176 for variable-to-firm steep skiing at elevation. Expeditions and travelling. Is this the ticket? Would something else perform better around this width/weight? Anything good that’s lighter? I enjoyed my old Hannibal’s, ultimately moved away from them as they were a little narrow for midwinter.
8/2/2024
Alex, These are a Solid all mountain ski, I would say better on firmer conditions then the old Hannibal's.
If you are talking mid winter type expeditions, this would be great. Will handle difficult conditions as the gentleman below pointed out. And ski powder too.
If looking for an ultralight late season ski to travel far, there are narrower and lighter skis. But from what you wrote, sounds like mid winter.
You can email us at help@skimo.co to go deeper.
If you are talking mid winter type expeditions, this would be great. Will handle difficult conditions as the gentleman below pointed out. And ski powder too.
If looking for an ultralight late season ski to travel far, there are narrower and lighter skis. But from what you wrote, sounds like mid winter.
You can email us at help@skimo.co to go deeper.
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Me
Age 66 yrs
Weight 150 lbs
Height 167cm
Ski length 176cm
System G3 Zed 12/leashes
Boots Technica ZG Peak Carbon 298 cm, Fischer Travers CS 296cm
I agree with Andrew's comments however, his assessment appears to be more aimed at the higher energy input performance of the ski. The more you put in, the more you get out. That being said, I found it has a huge sweet spot and easy to ski while "meadow skipping", which I do a lot of.
Age 66 yrs
Weight 150 lbs
Height 167cm
Ski length 176cm
System G3 Zed 12/leashes
Boots Technica ZG Peak Carbon 298 cm, Fischer Travers CS 296cm
I agree with Andrew's comments however, his assessment appears to be more aimed at the higher energy input performance of the ski. The more you put in, the more you get out. That being said, I found it has a huge sweet spot and easy to ski while "meadow skipping", which I do a lot of.
8/2/2024
Thanks JPM, You just proved that one ski can be many things.
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5/19/2024
Hi, I’m looking for a one quiver Telemark setup and are currently choosing between the Atomic Backland 100 (or new/upcoming 102) and Fischer Transalp 98 cti (or maybe even the 105). I’m an experienced alpine and telemark skier, but haven’t telemarked a whole lot the last couple of years.
I’m 183cm and weigh about 215 lbs. About 50/50 use touring/inbounds, But don’t care too much about the skis’ inbounds performance (mostly lazy skiing with the kids at the resort).
Would you recommend these for telemark skiing? And if so, which one the most?
I’m 183cm and weigh about 215 lbs. About 50/50 use touring/inbounds, But don’t care too much about the skis’ inbounds performance (mostly lazy skiing with the kids at the resort).
Would you recommend these for telemark skiing? And if so, which one the most?
5/20/2024
Olle, the Transalp would be a great choice to mount Tele. For a bigger guy and skiing inbounds, they are a pretty stiff and powerful ski. Read the review below.
Also, most of the light skis we sell are not recommended to mount with Tele bindings, as they will pull out. This ski has a layer of metal through the center of the ski so would be one of the few to go Tele.
The 98 and 105 are similar, other then a bit more width. If your 50% touring is mostly in powder, then the 105 could be the better choice.
Also, most of the light skis we sell are not recommended to mount with Tele bindings, as they will pull out. This ski has a layer of metal through the center of the ski so would be one of the few to go Tele.
The 98 and 105 are similar, other then a bit more width. If your 50% touring is mostly in powder, then the 105 could be the better choice.
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3/26/2024
I'm looking for an allround touringski in the range from 95-100. I've looked at different models like the backland 95 or the faction agent 2.0. I don't need the lightest ski of all, but i want to have good downhill performance. How do these ski compare to each other and which one would you reccomend. I'm 184 and 70 kilos.
3/26/2024
Hi David, of these, the Fischer Transalp is the stiffest and most aggressive model. See Andrew's review below. The Backland 95 offers a more friendly experience, and would allow you to ski it with a little less intent. While I don't have first hand experience with the Faction Agent 2.0, they are billed as do-it-all skis and weigh a bit more than these other models. So I'd expect them to feel a little damper on the downhill. Please reach out to us at help@skimo.co if you'd like to get further into the details!
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3/5/2024
Andrew Wagner
(used product regularly)
These things are insane. Probably my favorite skis I’ve ever had. The power to weight ratio is ridiculous. As a retired ski racer I’ve done the full pendulum swing from heavy metal race gear to weight weenie skimo style stuff and decided I needed to swing back to the middle and landed on these. I’m rocking them with the ATK 15 EVO’s and ZGTP’s and I might never ski on another set up ever again. Obviously they’re super fun in pow, but what isn’t? The thing that blows my mind is that you can confidently make full-on, legit GS turns on ice with these things. If you’re looking for “playful” or “forgiving”, look elsewhere. But if you want power and precision in an absurdly light package, these skis are where it’s at!
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