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Black Diamond Helio Carbon 95 Ski

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While a 95mm underfoot ski could be a powder ski for lightweight enthusiasts, it's a versatile ski mountaineering ski for others. The Black Diamond Helio Carbon 95 ski is ready to adapt to either role. With a lightweight Paulownia wood core and pre-preg carbon fiber layup, the Helio Carbon 95 is meant for some serious millage while being intuitive in both soft and firm snow. Adding to the reliability, a full-perimeter ABS sidewall ups the durability and edge hold, making for predictable jump turns when things get dicey. ABS is also added as a tail protector with a skin clip notch, adding a nice touch that works with most tail clip styles. If you're looking for a capable one-ski quiver, don't hesitate to give the Black Diamond Helio Carbon 95 ski a ride.

  • Paulownia wood core and pre-preg carbon fiber layup are lightweight and torsionally stiff.
  • Full-perimeter ABS sidewall adds both durability and dampness with minimal weight penalty.
  • Versatile 95mm waist width and early rise tip offer outstanding performance for various skiers.
  • ABS tail protector and dedicated skin tail clip cutout are underrated features.
  • Titanal mounting plate provides excellent retention with little extra weight.

Specifications
Lengths (cm) 155, 162, 169, 176, 183
Weight
convert to ounces
1150g [155]
1200g [162]
1285g [169]
1360g [176]
1410g [183]
Weight (pair) 2300g [155]
2400g [162]
2570g [169]
2720g [176]
2820g [183]
Sidecut   123-95-112 [155]
123-95-112 [162]
124-95-113 [169]
124-95-113 [176]
125-95-114 [183]
Turn Radius   16m [155]
17m [162]
18m [169]
19m [176]
20m [183]
Skin Fix   Round tip, reinforced flat-notch tail
Specs Verified Yes
Design
Profile   Subtle rise, traditional camber
Shape   Rounded tip, medium radius, flat tail
Construction   ABS sandwich with pre-preg carbon layup
Core   Prepreg fiberglass, Paulownia wood core
Skimo Co Says
Usage Daily driver
Notes Rubber in the sidewall behind heel for dampness
Bottom Line Willing to adapt to any role
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Questions & Reviews

4/3/2025
Question from Singh
 
I’m debating between the 176CM & 183 CM, I’m going to be doing Ski Mountaineering. Mainly in the Sierra Range and sometimes the Cascade Range. For example like Mount Whitney Mountaineer Route. I’m 6’2 180 pounds. How much of the difference between the skis matter ? For Skimo? I’m intermediate/advanced.
4/3/2025
Answer from Emmett I
 
You could go either way - the 176 will be easier to hop turn and kick turn, and more maneuverable for bushwhacking and such. The 183cm will hold up to speed a bit better, and float better in soft snow. I would also consider what boots you have - if you've got lightweight boots, a shorter ski will be easier to handle.
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Model: Helio Carbon 95

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