2027 Salomon RS 8 Skis with Salomon RS8 Prolink Skate Boots and Poles

Race-bred skate construction comes within reach in the Salomon RS8, a progression-oriented ski that offers intermediate skate skiers a serious boost of performance. A synthetic stringer core keeps it light and torsionally stiff for quick edge-to-edge movement under a hard skate stroke, a balanced camber lifts the ski cleanly during the glide phase and seats it on push-off, and the G5 Universal base carries a premium World Cup grind. Skaters stepping up from a recreational setup feel the response and acceleration immediately, without needing World Cup technique to enjoy it. [boot PKG overview]

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert skate skiers who race regionally, compete in masters events, or train hard enough to want a real race ski under their boots. Skiers stepping up from a recreational skate setup feel the response and acceleration of the RS8 immediately.

Things to consider:

The RS8 sits a step below the Equipe Pro Skate and S/Lab Equipe Skate in the Salomon race hierarchy, so national-level racers and pros will want to look further up the line. It's also a dedicated skate ski; plan on a separate classic setup if you ski both techniques.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Sizing follows Salomon's body weight chart closely. A longer ski adds glide, while a shorter one feels quicker under tight, fast skate strokes. [boot sizing specifics]