Rossignol BC 80 Positrack Skis with NNN BC Bindings
Open up the world of backcountry touring with Rossignol BC 80 Positrack skis. Their lightweight cores move swiftly in varied terrain, while the big sidecut and modest tip rocker encourage easy turns.
- Includes NNN BC bindings
- Low-density cores feature lightweight wood with air channels for a lively feel
- Full-length steel edges increase edge grip and control for downhill skiing
- Waxless Positrack bases provide confident grip and glide in all snow conditions with no prep; aftermarket climbing skins are available for touring (skins not included)
- Air Tip technology enhances flotation and control in deep snow
- Activ Cap construction offers a balance of torsional rigidity and supple flex from tip to tail for all-conditions stability
- These skis come premounted with the BC Auto Bindings and are only compatible with an NNN BC sole boot
- The bindings are automatic, meaning you can step straight in, but have to press a tab on the toe piece with your pole to release the boot from the bindings
Imported.
| Best Use | Cross-country Skiing |
|---|---|
| Ski Design | Classic |
| Ski Terrain | XC Groomed and ungroomed |
| Tip Width | 80 millimeters |
| Waist Width | 60 millimeters |
| Tail Width | 70 millimeters |
| Ski Camber | Tip Rocker |
| Recommended Skier Weight | 166 CM: 100-120 pounds 176 CM: 120-150 pounds 186 CM: 150-180 pounds 196 CM: 180+ pounds |
| Metal Edge | Full Metal |
| Core | Wood |
| Bindings Mounted | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 5 lbs. 5.9 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Boot and Binding Compatibility | NNN BC |
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Not sure what everyone's problem is...
These work fine, just got them and I've skied 10 miles, no issues. And blaming REI?? They didn't make/brand this product, it's a major brand name found in many stores, they just sell it too. Lots of people use Rottefella bindings without issues. The main thing you're buying here is the skis, and they're good skis! Good float, they kick and glide nicely and they handle pretty well. 3 people had issues with the bindings, if you have these problems reach out to customer service and let them get you new ones. The skis are a good choice for back country exploration, I'd buy them again in a heartbeat! Keep in mind, angry people almost ALWAYS write a review, a lot of the people happy with the product are too busy using it and don't review...
Before you return as defective, take a closer look
Found a pair of these in the returns bin with a tag that said "brand new, binding issues". I had already seen people's complaints so decided to take a closer look. Turns out there was a little plastic pin engaged in the binding, probably some sort of factory placeholder, making it impossible to get a boot in. I just opened up the binding with the button, popped it out, and it was good to go.
Great bindings
The skis are great and there really is no issue with the bindings. I did buy the skis and bindings from another retailer but I want to let everyone know that the bindings are not defective. What the issue is is they either put a pin in the factory so nothing happens to the binding and shipping and you have to pull that PIN out before you're able to step into the binding securely. The other thing with these bindings is they make the binding so tight that it takes a while to get the boot to snap in securely, once you do get it to snap in securely then each time you set in it snaps in easier. This is a factory precaution for shipping. If you can't click in the first time you try look for the pin if there's no pin in there keep trying because it will loosen up enough that you will be able to click in. This was all brought to my attention by the shop owner that sold me the skis and bindings and showed me what everybody has problems with. It took her about 10 minutes to get the boot to click in but now it clicks in every time.
Bindings
Bought two sets of these, bindings on both are defective. Takes excessive force and many tries to latch in boots, which often do not latch all the way and come off which seems like a safety issue. We have tried 2 different sets of NNN BC boots. There are many similar reports of defects and behavior for these Rottefella bindings if you check out the binding-only page. Please do not buy these skis or bindings - REI please QC these before shipping or preferably discontinue selling altogether. Seems crazy and a bit irresponsible that these are still being sold with so many reviews documenting the same thing.
Great ski
Very happy with the skis. Climb hills and can skate on the flats.
Great skis!
I bought these as a Christmas 2022 gift for my partner. Bindings work fine, skis have good float in soft snow and decent grip on modest uphills. We've used them several times this season and had a great time. Not sure what the binding problem is about with previous reviews.
Bought & had to return 2 hours later!
The skis came mounted with Rotefelle bindings which were defective so I returned the skis the same same day I bought them. The store clerk mentioned I was the 3rd person that day to return the skis. What is wrong with Rossi & Rotefelle? Did they think XC skiers wouldn't notice the bindings don't work??
works great
I bought these about a month ago and I have not had any problems with the binding like other reviews have said… So for me, I give it five stars
Defective bindings
I wish I had read the reviews before purchasing these. As noted by other reviewers, the Rotafella bindings are defective and do not securely engage the bar on NNN BC boots. I though at first my boots and bindings were mismatched, but that's not the case. The bindings simply do not work. This is a rare fail by REI. They should not be selling the skiis with these bindings.