Ski: 2024-2025 Fischer Nightstick 97, 184 cm
Available Lengths: 163, 170, 177, 184 cm
Blister’s Measured Tip-to-Tail Length (straight-tape pull): 182.3 cm
Stated Weight per Ski: 1950 grams
Blister’s Measured Weight per Ski: 1944 & 1952 grams
Stated Dimensions: 132-97-123 mm
Blister’s Measured Dimensions: 132-96.5-123 mm
Stated Sidecut Radius (184 cm): 18 meters
Measured Tip & Tail Splay (ski decambered): 56.5 mm / 51 mm
Measured Traditional Camber Underfoot: 8.5 mm
Core Materials: poplar + titanal (partial layer) + fiberglass laminate
Base: sintered
Factory Recommended Mount Point: -3.4 cm from center; 87.7 cm from tail
[Editor’s Note: In the interest of getting you information sooner on some of the products we’re reviewing, we’re posting here some of our measured specs and manufacturer details, and will update in the future. Take a look, and let us know in the Comments Section below what questions you’d like us to answer.]
What Fischer says about the Nightstick 97
“Crafted to play more – unleash your creativity with the Nightstick 97. The full sandwich construction provides tons of pop and stability for stomping the biggest jumps, massive airs, long rails and lots of fun on the slopes and in the side- and backcountry. Titanal increases the durability for heavy use. The most versatile ski in the Nightstick family is the perfect companion for a creative day of skiing in the side and backcountry, in the park and on the piste. No matter where you want to live out your creativity, the Nightstick 97 is the perfect all-rounder for all needs. The Sandwich Sidewall Construction, Poplar Woodcore, Air Tec, Ti-reinforced, Fiber Tech and Sintered Bases ensure a robust freestyle ski with the best wear characteristics.”
For more on the new 2025 Fischer Nightstick skis, check out our writeup.
Flex Pattern
Here’s how we’d characterize the flex pattern of the Nightstick 97:
Tips: 6-6.5
Shovels: 6.5-7.5
In Front of Toe Piece: 8-10
Underfoot: 10
Behind the Heel Piece: 9.5-8.5
Tails: 8-6.5
Flash Review: Our Initial On-Snow Impressions
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Flash Review: Fischer Nightstick 97 — We’ve been spending time on Fischer’s new Nightstick 97. Check out our initial thoughts on this all-mountain freestyle ski, including some comparisons to Fischer’s Ranger skis.