Blizzard IQon 8400 (2008)
Wider skis usually sacrifice edge-grip. Not the 8400, which, despite an 84-mm waist, topped the category for Hard-Snow Grip. That’s a testament to Blizzard’s unique IQ binding interface, which grips the binding tightly to the ski in a seamless, slop-free connection. The result is a system that instantly transmits skier input to the edge. Sturdy wood-core construction and two sheets of metal give it a pleasing heft. "Very responsive and flexible," said Rifkin.
Best For
Technicians, who’ll appreciate its accuracy.
Not For
The cautious. Works best at top speed.
PRICE (MSRP): $1250.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2007/2008 |
| Level | Advanced |
| MSRP | $1250.00 |
| Gender | Male |
| Binding | without bindings |
| Lengths | 160, 167, 174, 181 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 125/84/110 |
| Rating: Powder Performance | 3.62 / 5 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.59 / 5 |
| Rating: Long Turns | 3.67 / 5 |
| Rating: Medium Turns | 3.37 / 5 |
| Rating: Short Turns | 3.06 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 3.11 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 3.78 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.62 / 5 |
| Rating: Corduroy Performance | 3.63 / 5 |
| Rating: Moguls Performance | 2.93 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 3.15 / 5 |
| Rating: Quickness/Bumps | 3.08 / 5 |
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