Rossignol One MagTek - 2011
If you strip the usual high standard Rossignol build quality and the familiar graphics, you’ll find very little in the 2011 Rossignol One MagTek that resembles 2010’s version. Sure the One still uses the same materials and Magnetraction edges, but the introduction of the Rossi’s AmpTek profile has completely changed the One’s ride characteristics. Where as last year the One was a stiff charger made for riding hard and fast, this year’s One still possesses those qualities but is manageable and playful at slower speeds and isn’t restricted to advanced and experienced snowboarders. If we’re honest, the One now rides like the Angus with Magnetraction.
Manufacturer's Description:
One-upped for the third year in a row.
A fan favorite of the former Future Snowboard magazine, the One MagTek enhances its award winning pedigree with the addition of AmpTek All Mountain camber. This exclusive combination is Rossignol’s latest board tech innovation and makes this directional twin board equally suited for slaying anything from pipe to pow and all conditions in between.
Recommended for park riding.
Recommended for halfpipe riding.
Recommended for freeride riding.
Medium cost $
Available in MidWide.
Rocker Construction.
Directional Twin Shape.
Year: 2011
Available Lengths (cm):
153, 156, 159, 163, 157mW, 161mW
Riding Style: All Mountain
Specifications:
All Mountain FS
Directional Twin with All Mountain AmpTek
7.5 to 8.5m Magne-Traction sidecut
Wood C/K core (carbon and Kevlar reinforcement)
Sintered 4400 base
Designed for Intermediate to Expert snowboarders
Flex 7/10
Similar boards: K2 Turbo Dream - 2011 Atomic Alibi Renu - 2011 Jones Mountain Twin - 2011
Snowboard Review:
Last years One Mag was a great board but in my eyes was a bit of a stiff and untameable beast. This years One Mag is a very different board; not in the fact that it can’t do what the old One Mag did, because it does, but in the fact that it’s been massively improved.
To begin with the graphics have been refined, the gold base is a real eye-catcher and the topsheet really gives you the impression you’re cruising on a classy ride. Secondly, and perhaps more importantly, Rossignol have given the One Mag their brilliant Amptek rocker/camber profile which I genuinely believe is one of the best board profiles on the market. A lot of comparisons have been drawn between the Nidecker/Yes Camrock profile but I genuinely believe that Amptek is a much more stable and poppy profile. You only have to look at the rave reviews that the Angus has received since its introduction into the market last season.
Anyway, the addition of Amptek to the One Mag has made it a very different board; the One Mag is now a far more versatile and lively board which feels poppy and lively even at low speeds…..characteristics that last seasons One Mag didn’t have. Nevertheless the grip and stability of the One Mag has not been compromised and where as with last years board I just wanted to race down the mountain this years version is much more playful and isn’t shy of a lap through the park. Finally, this season One Mag is much lighter than last seasons which adds to the playfulness and means that spins and flips are far easier.
If you’re a strong intermediate to advanced rider and you’re looking for a fast and stable board that has lots of energy when carving and can still hit jumps on the side of the piste then the One Mag could be right up your street.
Posted by Tom Ewbank in • Rossignol
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on February 13, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Grips on ice? For sure! Agressive board!!! ...but… I had 3 Rossignol boards this year: One Magtek, Angus and Trickstick. The top sheet on all 3 boards had cracked. Very bad thing to see that Rossignol cuts on quality… No Rossignol for me next year!!! Return with ROME boards!
on February 13, 2011 at 11:50 AM
John - that sucks big time that your boards all cracked on the topsheet. Was it in one place that they all cracked? I think they build the Trickstick in China, but the One and Angus I believe are still built in their Spanish factory. Have you tried warrantying the boards?
on February 13, 2011 at 10:06 PM
I had my warranty on the One magtek, It’s BO so I had the Angus instead of the One. I cracked my Angus this week, just with agressive carving in a black, and the trickstick was bought from someone on a WEBSITE… But believe me, when I waxed my Angus the first time, I saw…Made in China on the base!!! Not sure for the One…
on February 14, 2011 at 09:39 AM
Topsheet cracked on all boards? Why don´t you post a photo of this? Would be wery interesting to see. I have never seen this on any raceski, freeski or XC-ski - or board for that matter - that I have owned since I started riding at the age of 4.
on February 24, 2011 at 10:38 AM
I am 5"9 and weigh about 190lb, I have a choice of either a 156cm or 157cm version of this board. the 157 seems wider in width too. Which one would you guys reccomend me riding?
on February 24, 2011 at 10:44 AM
What is your boot size?
on February 24, 2011 at 10:46 AM
10.5
on February 24, 2011 at 11:03 AM
Hmmm, your weight would suggest a 159… I’m guessing that isn’t an option? Is a 10.5 US boot a UK 9.5 or a UK 10?
on March 05, 2011 at 12:10 PM
M.Ye - I’ve got a Rossi One 156, with size 10.5 UK Vans Cirros on Large Burton Missions and haven’t had any problems with heel or toe drag. Stance width is about 22.5 inches and +15 -15.
It’s a great board in all conditions. Was lucky enough to get out on a bluebird pow day last Monday and it floats real easy which when you add to it’s pop, easy carving and sh1t off a shovel straight line speed makes it a tidy little package.
Andy
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