Leaning toward 183cm version. 185lbs 5'10" . 60% backcountry 40% side country. East coast / VT primarily. Never skied Helio . Any thoughts on 173 vs 183 ?
Thanks ,
Tony
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The Helio construction is Black Diamond’s next step in carbon-fiber evolution. Noticeably more damp than BD’s prior carbon skis, the Helios have a layer of rubber in the sidewall near your heel to reduce vibration. The torsional stiffness and progressive flex come from a carbon fiber wrap around a balsa flax core, protected by a full ABS sidewall. As importantly, the Helios are easy to ski with a modern shape and rockered tip. BD designed the skis to have technical chops but not be too demanding. The result is a ski you can trust to ski big lines in variable conditions. Of course, with a generous underfoot width, the 95mm version is pretty fun in powder too.
- Sidewall Dampening System integrates rubber behind the contact point to reduce chatter.
- Pre-preg carbon fiber around a balsa flax wood core is torsionally stiff with a progressive flex.
- 5mm thick ABS sidewalls are beveled to increase edge hold while protecting from edge damage.
- Titanal mounting plate makes for reliable mounts, remounts, and possibly mounts after that.
- Rounded tips and integrated skin-clip tab in the tail make it easy to fit skins to the skis.
| Specifications | |
| Lengths (cm) | 163, 173, 183 |
|
Weight |
1265g [163] 1350g [173] 1445g [183] |
| Weight (pair) | 2530g [163] 2700g [173] 2890g [183] |
| Dimensions | 122-95-112 [163] 123-95-113 [173] 125-95-114 [183] |
| Turn Radius | 18m [163] 19m [173] 20m [183] |
| Skin Fix | Round tip, reinforced flat-notch tail |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
| Profile | 303-340mm rockered tip, traditional camber w/ 221-245mm "Semi Rocker" tail |
| Shape | Rounded tip, medium radius, flat tail |
| Construction | Flat sandwich with pre-preg carbon layup |
| Core | Balsa flax wood core |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | All-day objectives |
| Notes | Rubber in the sidewall behind heel for dampness |
| Bottom Line | Go anywhere, do anything, all day |
3/31/2018
3/31/2018
Hi Tony, I think I've answered your question below. Give us a shout if you have more questions.
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3/31/2018
Looking to pull trigger on the Helio 95 to slot into my quiver between my 88cm set up and my 115cm set up. would be using 60% backcountry and 40% side country with occasional laps at resort. Leaning toward the 183cm length. I am 5'10" 180lbs. Ive never had a chamce to ski the Helio so just trying to get some additional insight on how they ski relative to length. I predominantly ski east coast / VT.
3/31/2018
Hi Tony, at your size and for the specific use, I think I'd suggest you go with the 183cm length. It will give you a little more stability and edge on the firmer East Coast conditions you will eventually find.
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10/27/2016
Hi there,
I'm really liking the look of the Black Diamond Helio 95 skis but would really appreciate some advice before making a decision. I'm short (163 cm) and light (64kg) and I'm thinking the 163 size would be perfect for mostly Euro touring and general use. I ski well but not fast or aggressively. Due to my light weight I don't want a really stiff ski. Do you think they would be a good choice? I also was wondering about the Cho Oyu which sound great but I think the 158 is a bit short and the 166 a bit long for kick turns on the steeps!
Any advice would be great,
Many thanks,
Simon
I'm really liking the look of the Black Diamond Helio 95 skis but would really appreciate some advice before making a decision. I'm short (163 cm) and light (64kg) and I'm thinking the 163 size would be perfect for mostly Euro touring and general use. I ski well but not fast or aggressively. Due to my light weight I don't want a really stiff ski. Do you think they would be a good choice? I also was wondering about the Cho Oyu which sound great but I think the 158 is a bit short and the 166 a bit long for kick turns on the steeps!
Any advice would be great,
Many thanks,
Simon
10/27/2016
Hi Simon, that would certainly be a good size for you. While the Helio can handle relatively fast speeds, it's not overly stiff or demanding so I wouldn't be too concerned about being able to handle it.
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10/16/2016
How are you sizing these? 5.7, 150 lbs
10/16/2016
Hi Jerry, ideal length depends on planned usage. At your size I'd go with the 173 for all-around skiing, though you could get away with the shorter version for mountaineering.
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