Nordica Hell & Back (2013)
Tester's Review
Judging by the top four skis in the category, 98 mm is the ideal waist for the Mixed Snow West skier. But only the Hell & Back is metal-free. So no surprise it's No. 1 in Quickness. Nordica keeps it relatively light on purpose: The returning Hell & Back is part of an all-glass collection of all-mountain skis designed for occasional touring. (You can buy precut skins for $299.) Testers didn't miss the Titanal; there's plenty of edge grip and stability and certainly no lack of power. "Comfy, fluid, obedient, yet ready to get after it."
PRICE (MSRP): $899.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2012/2013 |
| Level | Expert, Hi-Expert |
| MSRP | $899.00 |
| Gender | Male |
| Awards | Gold Medal Gear |
| Binding | flat |
| Lengths | 161, 169, 177, 185 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 135-99-125 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.96 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 3.44 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 3.68 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.71 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 3.53 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 3.14 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 3.54 / 5 |
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