Black Diamond Helio Carbon 95 Ski
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 |
1150g [155] 1200g [162] 1285g [169] 1360g [176] 1410g [183] |
Weight (pair) | 2300g [155] 2400g [162] 2570g [169] 2720g [176] 2820g [183] |
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123-95-112 [155] 123-95-112 [162] 124-95-113 [169] 124-95-113 [176] 125-95-114 [183] |
Turn |
16m [155] 17m [162] 18m [169] 19m [176] 20m [183] |
Skin |
Round tip, reinforced flat-notch tail |
Specs Verified | Yes |
Design | |
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Subtle rise, traditional camber |
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Rounded tip, medium radius, flat tail |
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ABS sandwich with pre-preg carbon layup |
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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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