Ding dong...I'm in..
Ok guys...here's my take as I have skied both and currently on the RX8s.
As I see it the "weight" of the issue here is what I see as a BMI index.
Now I think there should be a BMI (body mass index) established for each ski. Must call Peter on this.
At 155lbs, I found the RX8's more compliant. The edge hold on both skis was fierce. I am at a loss though because at 175lbs, I may have liked the SS better. I think that demo centers should have fat suits available so we could be more exact in our ability to judge a ski. So, if I wanted to know with my ski skills what a ski performed like at 200lbs, I could just whip on a 45lbs fat suit. Hmm, franchise opportunity!
After testing the SS, I really felt their performance was on par with the RX8's. Truly, the only differences I felt was that at my weight, the SS required more input and that it seemed to be happier making more turns, I'm sure the turn part is the result of? it's Playboy centerfold dimensions.
I do know that Harold loves his SS and he weighs in about my body weight...but hey, he's Harold.
There's no question in my mind these are 2 awesome skis. It really boils down to how the ski responds to your ski skills and the resulting performance you expect.
Oh yeah.....I think the RX8 has prettier colors!
Best,
Gary