Blizzard Magnum 8.5 Ti (2013)
Tester's Review
On the spectrum of East Coast snow conditions, the Magnum 8.5 is most at home on firm groomers: No. 1 in Hard-Snow Grip, No. 2 in Stability. It's such an eager, confidence-inspiring, cheater-GS carver that it shouldn't be expected to do much else. But throw in an 85-mm waist width and just a touch of rocker and it handles soft, uneven snow with sufficient ease. It's a strong ski for strong technicians, with a solid edge and a love of speed. Weak input won't inspire it, but when spurred by an aggressive expert, it comes to life. Notes: With tip and tail rocker and a waist wide enough for variable conditions, the 8.5 is designed for advanced experts who like to explore. Sandwich sidewall construction with a Spaceframe Titanal layer (with cutouts to reduce swing weight); full wood core. Sold flat.
PRICE (MSRP): $900.00
PRICE (MAP): $750.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2012/2013 |
| Level | Advanced, Expert, Hi-Expert |
| MSRP | $900.00 |
| MAP | $750.00 |
| Gender | Male |
| Awards | Gold Medal Gear |
| Binding | flat |
| Lengths | 167, 174, 181 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 125-85-111 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.89 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 2.95 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 4.14 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.34 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 2.94 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 2.51 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 3.27 / 5 |
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