"Loved it!" "So rad!" The tester response to Nordica's new Helldorado was of a common theme. Built with two layers of metal, it locks to the slope and absorbs every last bit of chatter, but its tight radius and generous rocker give it an atypical quickness for a powerful fat ski. We tried the nimbler 185-centimeter length, but aggressive testers were drooling over the thought of the 193 in hero conditions. "This thing was a complete rush," said one tester. Want to surf pow, straightline chutes, and carve like you're wearing spandex? Hop on and enjoy the ride. But don't forget your legs.

143/113/132 | $999 [flat]
Lengths: 177, 185, 193
Radius: 18.5

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