Recent Ski Reviews
2nd Look: 2016-2017 SCOTT Punisher
Here’s a 2nd Look on the very good Scott Punisher by BLISTER reader Johannes Simon, with comparisons between the 183 and 189 Punisher.
2015-2016 DPS Wailer 112RPC, Pure3
DPS’s new Pure3 construction is supposed to make their skis “more powerful, damper, and more refined.” We’ve A / B’d the current RPC with the new RPC to see for ourselves.
2014-2015 Kastle BMX108
The Kastle BMX108 is a big-mountain charger that crushes variable conditions and favors power over finesse.
2016-2017 Armada Norwalk
For those who like the sound of the Armada JJ’s light swing weight, easy turn initiation, and hook-free feel in fresh snow, but want a more directional ski with a beefier tail for more aggressive riding, meet the Norwalk.
2012-2013 DPS Yvette 112RP Pure
Not just a great pow ski, the DPS Yvette 112RP also performs well in glades, moguls, and on groomers.
2014-2015 Black Diamond Zealot, 192cm
We’ve weighed in on the 182cm Black Diamond Zealot, time now for the 192. It’s a different, bigger beast that wants you to become one with the fall line.
2015-2016 RAMP Groundhog
The RAMP Groundhog is a one-ski quiver that carves well in all conditions, but there are a few things freeheelers should note to really get this ski dialed.
2013-2014 Surface Live Free
The Surface Live Free is a backcountry-oriented ski designed by a freeride- and park-oriented ski company. If you spend a good amount of time out of bounds, take a look.
UPDATE: 2015-2016 Praxis MVP
The Praxis MVP has performed well in the air, on landings, and in pow, though for many skiers, a softer, more progressive flex pattern might complement better the shape of the ski.
2012-2013 Atomic Punx
The Atomic Punx is a versatile, competition-ready park ski. Lots of stability, lots of pop, lots to like.
2015-2016 SCOTT Jib
Tom Wallisch’s signature ski, the SCOTT Jib TW, is a fun, soft ski that is particularly good for hitting rails.
2012-2013 DPS Nina 99
The DPS Nina 99 was built for versatility, and the result is a fun, maneuverable, and lightweight ski.
Update: 2016-2017 Nordica Soul Rider
The Nordica Soul Rider is good for playing anywhere on the mountain, including in the park, moguls, crud, and pow.
2012-2013 Praxis Concept
We see some unusual ski designs and shapes around here, but the Praxis Concept might take the cake. Here, peculiarity equals versatility.
2012-2013 MOMENT Governor
The Moment Governor is a very stable pow ski that shines in variable conditions. In short, it’s a serious ski that isn’t as punishing as it looks.
2nd Look: 2015-2016 Salomon Q-115
Pow, trees, airs, and PILLOWS. The versatile Salomon Rocker2 115 continued to impress us at Jackson Hole.