Blizzard Black Pearl (2012)
Tester's Review
A tester favorite in this category, this all-mountain ripper excels in all but the deepest snow. Part of Blizzard's lauded Free Mountain series, it prefers long arcs, but its rocker-camber combo allows dynamic moves in tight spaces. It's strong and secure on edge but smearable through crud and trees. Easy to ski, it's a great choice for advanced and expert women anywhere.
PRICE (MSRP): $750.00
PRICE (MAP): $600.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2011/2012 |
| Level | Advanced, Expert, Hi-Expert |
| MSRP | $750.00 |
| MAP | $600.00 |
| Gender | Female |
| Category | Mixed Snow |
| Awards | Official Selection, Rocker, Forgiveness |
| Binding | Flat |
| Lengths | 158,166,173 |
| Waist/Width | 88 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 123-88-110 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.61 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 3.59 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 3.38 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.61 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 3.21 / 5 |
| Rating: Energy/Liveliness | 3.59 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 3.33 / 5 |
| Rating: Versatility | 3.45 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 3.50 / 5 |
