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Brahma 88

While the demands of the infamous Brahma 88 have definitely been lowered, it’s still the weapon of choice for advanced and expert skiers who spend most of their time on the front side.

To this end Blizzard incorporates quite a few different materials to get the ride dialed just right. Two layers of titanal, a carbon frame, and a blended woodcore made up of variable density stringers. The placement of the stringers scales with the length of the ski, so every size has the same flex pattern and approachability. 

A retooled core doesn’t only mean it’s an easier ski to ride, it’s also a bit more playful and versatile than previous versions of the Brahma. Blizzard has also begun to scale the dimensions and materials with the size of the ski, giving a more consistent ride regardless of your preferred length.

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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    More accessible version of a justifiably famous ski
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    Delivers the same hard-charging capabilities that made it famous
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    Materials scale with the size of the ski providing a more consistent ride
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Things we don't like:

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    Still a very demanding ski that novices will have a hard time keeping up with
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    Performs better on hardpack and chop than in soft snow
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Where to buy:

Brahma 88

Specs & Features

  • Waist: 88 mm
  • Length: 165-198 cm
  • Rocker Profile: Rocker/Camber/Rocker
  • Core: Beech/poplar
  • Tail: Partial Twin Tip
  • Turn Radius: Long
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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
    More accessible version of a justifiably famous ski
  • check-mark
    Delivers the same hard-charging capabilities that made it famous
  • check-mark
    Materials scale with the size of the ski providing a more consistent ride
Click to see more

Things we don't like:

  • check-mark
    Still a very demanding ski that novices will have a hard time keeping up with
  • check-mark
    Performs better on hardpack and chop than in soft snow
Click to see more
Click to see more

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