ESCAPER 88 NANO OPEN

The Rossignol Escaper 88 Nano Open is a narrow touring ski for skiers who prioritize uphill travel and quick, controlled direction changes on the descent. Its 88 mm platform is easier to move between edges than a wide powder ski, with enough rocker to help when the snow becomes uneven. The 156–182 cm size range includes shorter options, and the flat ski leaves the binding setup separate.

A paulownia core and thin Nano Fiberglass reinforcement keep the construction focused on touring efficiency and elastic flex. A 0.4 mm Nano Titanal insert reinforces the binding area and adds targeted underfoot support, rather than a full metal laminate. Rectangular sidewalls transmit pressure to the edges. Aero Profile addresses swing weight, while the V-Skin Anchor provides a dedicated attachment for compatible climbing skins. Tip-and-tail rocker and an extended sidecut aim to balance turn release with useful edge contact.

Choose it for a touring skier whose objectives involve varied mountain snow and who wants a compact platform rather than maximum powder flotation. The narrower waist rewards firm-snow edge changes but provides less support in deep snow than the Escaper 105. A lightweight touring build also offers a different level of suspension from a heavy resort ski when conditions become rough. Match the binding and climbing skins to the intended setup; this is a ski-only Open version, with no integrated resort binding system.