2024 Rossignol Sender 94 Ti - SkiEssentials.com Ski Test

[snowsteve]

Thank you so much for taking the time to research! We all appreciate the effort your team puts into creating this invaluable collection of content.

Since I'm a data nerd, I used SoothSki to calculate the middle of the camber arc for a few skis and compare it to their recommended mount points. This gives me a relative idea of how far each manufacturer intends for the boot to be positioned behind the camber's peak height. Of course, it's just one factor in how a ski feels, but thought you might find it interesting. Clearly the Sender's middle mount point line is unusually close to the camber mid-point, not just for a directional ski, but even compared to twin tips. It was the only ski I found with a rec mount point in front of the camber.

Ski and position of rec mount relative to mid-camber point in cm
Kendo 88 177 8.55 back
Kore 93 177 6.95 back
Blaze 94 179 6.45 back
QST 92 176 5.3 back
Brahma 88 177 4.7 back
Rustler 9 174 4.45 back
Enforcer 94 179 4.35 back
ARV 94 178 4.25 back
Serpo 92 180 3.85 back
Playmaker 91 3.65 back
Optic 96 177 3.3 back
Chronic 94 178 2.7 back
Bent 90 175 0.8 back
Revolt 90 180 0.6 back
Sender 94 178 0.3 forward!

[snowsteve]

FWIW I called Rossignol and they said the three lines printed on the 178 Sender 94Ti are "Progressive" at -4.5 back from true center, "Traditional" at -6.5 back and "Directional" at -8.5 back. They also said the middle of those three lines is the default for all-mountain, and recommend up to +5 from there for jib/park, which could put it forward of their printed "Progressive" line. That doesn't make sense to me given its directional nature, but that's what they said. The further back line was also described as for powder/freeride. These measurements are all different than the -7.1 for 172 (-7.3 for 178) you mentioned. I'm not sure what to make of this information. Thank you always for your time!

[nzheliking]

Sender 94ti and the Sender Free 110. Perfect resort pairing. Can’t speak highly enough of the 94ti. There is nothing it doesn’t do well. Feels to me like the energy of a Brahma wood core but way more easy going if you want to cruise. Smooth, supple and composed when the snow is less than ideal. Very different ski to the 104ti, much more energetic and ready for fun.

[tertain]

Thanks for your feedback. I’m wondering how this would compare to the Nordica Wild Belle or Santa Ana? I’m also looking at the Ripstick. I’m an advanced skier who loves all types of terrain but had knee surgery and a bad concussion so I’m looking for stability as well as performance. Thanks!

[exothermal.sprocket]

Would you say the Blackops 98 compared to this, would offer a little more off-trail versatility, a tad more forgiveness, while not giving up much trail ability?

[alexislefebvre]

How would you compare them to the Elan Ripstick 96?

[DraxWasTaken]

Hello!

Thanks for the review! I demoed those skis and the k2 mindbender 96C at Jay Peak. Both 172. I liked them both but felt like the 94ti fared better on the hard packed snow and slightly less chatter on higher speeds. However I'm wondering how they compare to the k2 MB 89ti? I heard that those are pretty good for east coast skiing as well. Kind of hesitating between those 3.

I'm ~5'8 (172cm) and 175 lbs, usually mostly on piste, advanced intermediate skier, not too aggressive but trying to get there. I'm starting to get into park as well, but I'll def spend most of my time on groomers. Would any one of those 3 skis be best, or do you recommend something else? And is around 172 a good length?

[frankiekk]

Hey SE, thanks for the informative review. How would you compare 2024 Rossignol Sender 94TI and 2024 VOLKL M6 MANTRA SKIS? I am 177cm tall and 75kg in weight, and I ski both on and off trials on the entire mountain at Whistler/Blackcomb. Looking to buy a new pair of all mountain skis, and I was recommended for a few skis: Rossignol Sender 94 Ti, Volkl M6 Mantra, Nordica Enforcer 94, Head Core 93, and Blizzard Rustler 10. Thanks in advanced for your recommendation.

[snowsteve]

How far are each of the three mount point lines back from true center? Which line did you test them on?

[zacharymanasia]

Hello SE! What do you think would be a better ski for an advanced east coast skier between the Sender 94 and the QST 92? I am around 70/30 on piste and like to make shorter, technical turns on skis that hold edge through east coast crud/ice usually staying on the sides of trails. I'm not one to usually bomb down the slopes, but I do occasionally like to let loose and once I'm warmed up I'll do some moguls/trees. I'm 5'11", 185 lbs, so would likely choose something in the 175-180cm range. Appreciate your thoughts, notes and videos!

[koenfeyaerts]

Hi SE! Thanks for the video. Maybe my impression is wrong, but I have the impression that the manufacturers indication of the mid mount of the binding, is pretty in the front of the ski, especially if you compare it to other skis. Is this a correct impression, and what could be the reason for this ?

Actually I am hesitating between the Sender TI, the Faction Dancer 2, the Black Crows Serpo and the Fischer Ranger.
All mid-90's (most of the time I will be skiing on the groomers, with exits to off-piste)

Thanks in advance for your reply.

[Jinja]

Would you say this ski is more for intermediate to advanced skiiers? Was thinking of getting it but am a newer skiied looking to upgrade from my demo setup. Hoping to ski 20+ days this year with trips out west.

[mcleanirish]

Demoed these in Vail - along with the Atomic Maverick 88s and the Blizzard Rustler 9s. Liked the Senders but with turns they were very tough on the knees/joints after only a half-day. That's the first ski that's ever done that with me. One interesting thing is that they take off like rockets out of nowhere. Learned later this could be when your weight is more in the backseat. I think overall it was a bit too much ski for me. The Maverick 88s were much more my style and more fun. Only drawback with those - they will throw you off over bumps or if your weight gets too far in the back.

[lukeydukey]

hey - looking at these for my 1st set of skis... have been skiiing all my life and now its time to get a set of skis.. I am 175cm tall - the length choice is 164 or 178cm.. I think I would prefer the shorter.. What are your thoughts?

[grantogard]

I have the Elan Ripstick 96, I was recommending them to my buddy, but he got the Sender 94 ti instead. I’m curious if you guys could compare those two. I love the ripstick for the energetic turn response and lightweight, snappy feel. Also very floaty for a 96, I wish I had them mounted an inch or two back for a true narrow pow ski. The Sender 94 sounds more stable/stiff and much less floaty. Probably easier to carve Senders on groomers, but how do they compare in fresh snow and tight trees? Both seem like great options, but the ripsticks give so much freedom in trees and bumps, I’m wondering if the senders can whip around like that.

Edit : Just saw the ripstick comparison. I like that you also described the ripstick as snappy. Even though the Sender is stiffer, which is often considered more suited to aggressive expert skiing, it seems like the sender was a better choice for my intermediate friend since the ripsticks seem to require a finer touch to make them behave and access the energy transfer in carves.

[brandonberz]

Progressing West Coast Intermediate looking for advice. Currently on the Head V6 170length. I am starting to venture more off-piste and looking for a more all-mountain ski I can grow into that is also somewhat forgiving. Would the Sender be a good option or would it be too advanced?

[razdg]

How would you compare these with the old Rossignol Sin 7?

[kendallslay]

how would this compare to the Black Crows Serpo, Advanced skier 5'11" 210 lbs, mostly east coast and 3-4 trips out west

[ReservasPlayBack]

Hi SE! thanks for all the super useful reviews :) Im hesitating between Sender 94 ti at 178 vs Stance 90 at 176... how these 2 compared? I like to ski aggressively and although I'm always looking for soft snow, I tend to be 60% on piste.. Looks like the Stance might be more stiff/powerful? thanks!

[mariosegers]

Hi!, how would you compare the sender 94ti to the ranger 92?. I'm skiing 70/30 (piste/off)thanks