The Gist
Rossignol's flagship medium-width women’s model is versatile in fit and performance, testers said. They gave the Pure Pro 100 top marks for its furry (but not overly slippery) liner feel, fore-aft support and balanced stance.
Fit
Testers noticed a lot more room in the toebox and forefoot than many of the other mediums we tested. It’s also tall over the top of the foot, making it a great option for skiers with high, bony insteps. It was snug at the ankle and heel but not uncomfortably so. Across the board testers liked the tongue contact; it’s well-contoured with a cushioned shin feel.
They gave it high marks for warmth, noting the additional toe room and Merino wool liner construction.
Performance
With forward lean slightly more upright than the category average, testers found it ripping happy in softer snow and making long drawn-out arcs on groomers. They widely praised the Pure Pro's on-edge facility and tenacious lateral grip. Some testers felt the upright cuff and low ramp angle put them a bit in the backseat, nothing a little heel lift couldn’t easily solve.
Cool Features
Ah, the furry liner. Some liked it for its looks, others for how it facilitated a smooth glide on and off. So everybody said OK to fur. Fake fur, that is. It’s a changing world. Flex can easily be softened with the removal of a spine anchor screw. Single-sided cuff adjustment provides adequate stance adjustment range.
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