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Serious skiers looking for one ski to handle their daily slopeside needs look no further. The Bonafide 97 is another signature model from Blizzard and is a great option for people who think that skis like those in the Rustler series are too much fun. It’s yet another aggressive, firm snow focused ski from Blizzard- with considerably less concessions made for intermediate skiers.
Coupled with a shallow rocker, and a fairly large turn radius, the Bonafides require quite a bit out of their rider. They need some speed to get them to turn, and good form to hook into the snow to do anything beyond survival skiing. It’s decidedly not fun- but that’s part of the appeal. Technically sound skiers looking for something to reward their impeccable form will love everything the Bonafide has to offer.
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:
Things we like:
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A real “single quiver” ski that feels stable in any conditions -
One of the only skis that can turn a bad day into a good one
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Feels closer to the older versions of the Bonafide, doubling down on weight and accuracy
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Rides off-piste just as well as it chews up groomers
Things we don't like:
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One of the heavier skis on the market -
Expert level ski that demands an expert level skier
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Not a “fun” ski by itself, very little rocker or pop
Specs & Features
- Waist: 97 mm
- Length: 165-189 cm
- Rocker Profile: Rocker/Camber/Rocker
- Core: Beech/Poplar
- Tail: Partial Twin Tip
- Turn Radius: Medium
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Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
-
A real “single quiver” ski that feels stable in any conditions
-
One of the only skis that can turn a bad day into a good one
-
Feels closer to the older versions of the Bonafide, doubling down on weight and accuracy
-
Rides off-piste just as well as it chews up groomers
Things we don't like:
-
One of the heavier skis on the market
-
Expert level ski that demands an expert level skier
-
Not a “fun” ski by itself, very little rocker or pop
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