Frontside-Focused Women’s Ski
Black Pearl 88

Recent updates to the Black Pearl have made it more forgiving and skiable than ever before. A new blended woodcore backed by a lightweight carbon frame makes for a more lively and predictable flex pattern. This new concept is proven by a few seasons of on-snow results- Blizzard has successfully added little more play to the performance of this very staunch all-mountain crusher.

There seems to be a trend within the industry of making “serious” skis more accessible to intermediate skiers, and the Black Pearl is a shining example of how to do this right. Though the Black Pearl is capable on most any face, it shines the most on hardpack and groomers. Expert skiers who are looking for a dependable tool to rip up the front side of the mountain, as well as those in search of a ski that will grow with their ability levels should heavily consider the Black Pearl.

Notable Features

Trueblend Flipcore: A core made up of beech and poplar stringers creates a more nuanced flex pattern through the length of the ski. The placement of these stringers scales with the different lengths of the ski for a consistent ride, regardless of the size.

Carbon Flipcore: A lightweight carbon frame is built into the core, adding rigidity and stability while keeping the total weight low.

Our Overall Review

We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:

4.2

Things we like:

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    Allows this best-selling women’s ski to reach a wider audience
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    Remains a versatile and hard-riding option despite the increased skiability
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    Reasonably lightweight compared to many all-mountain options
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Things we don't like:

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    Still too much ski for any skiers below the advanced skill range
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    There are skis with more float out there, and the 88 may be a tough sell on deep days
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Where to buy:

Black Pearl 88

Specs & Features

  • Waist: 88 mm
  • Length: 147-177 cm
  • Rocker Profile: Rocker/Camber/Rocker
  • Core: Beech/Poplar
  • Tail: Partial Twin Tip
  • Turn Radius: Medium
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Related Reviews

Our Overall Review

We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:

4.2

Things we like:

  • check-mark
    Allows this best-selling women’s ski to reach a wider audience
  • check-mark
    Remains a versatile and hard-riding option despite the increased skiability
  • check-mark
    Reasonably lightweight compared to many all-mountain options
Click to see more

Things we don't like:

  • check-mark
    Still too much ski for any skiers below the advanced skill range
  • check-mark
    There are skis with more float out there, and the 88 may be a tough sell on deep days
Click to see more
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