Our Take On The 2017 Blizzard Brahma RTL: The 88mm waisted brother to the Bonafide, this ski is simply a narrower version of the award winning Bonafide, an unbeatable choice for someone looking for a ski with a hard snow bias while still maintaining great performance off the trail. It has a slightly reduced turn radius, which makes it slightly more approachable and user friendly. Advanced skier who likes all conditions and skis both coasts, why would I choose these over the dynastar? The difference here is that with the Brahma SP you're getting an adjustable Marker TP 10 binding included in the asking price and of course you get all that extra durability that we talked about. And of the Brahma CA, which I am particularly interested in as a light skier? Ski Statistics - Length (cm) / Sidecut (mm) / Radius (m). Item # 122580. … If they're designed to last as rental skis, they're going to last for years and years as a personal ski. Have demoed several this year and am almost 100% set on the Brahma, and no more opportunity to test any others. Skis will get dropped on hard surfaces, slammed into gondolas, and just not treated with the same level of respect as when they're someone's personal skis. On firm snow it has a shorter effective edge than the Brahma. How much does he weigh? Your advice would be appreciated! The Blizzard Brahma CA SP Skis + Look NX 12 Demo Bindings are a special one-off build of the Brahma CA, with its lighter all-carbon-no-Titanal construction, but were intended for high end rental and demo programs and feature slightly thicker and more durable edges and topsheets. Although we didn't have any real off-piste conditions in which to take the new Brahma, we're pretty confident in saying it's a better off-piste ski than the previous Brahma. It is easily one of the most stable skis in the Frontside Category, and one of the most thrilling skis for people who like to go very fast. It will be stable at speed, but should give you a more maneuverable feel in bumps and trees than the longer lengths. The most common feedback we received from all of our testers, regardless of their size or ski style, was that the skis are exceptionally smooth. Required fields are marked *. 6'3" 235 Looking for Some Guidance? We still do get some powder days so I was a bit concerned about the Brahmas not being up to the task. The 2017 Blizzard Brahma SP is a rare ski that was originally intended to be part of a Premiere Rental Program. For 2018 the Brahma has a shorter turn radius, a more abrupt tip shape, and there is a new "Ca" version that drops the metal laminates in exchange for just carbon (we'll be releasing both a 2018 Brahma and Brahma Ca review). Would this be a good ski for me, and in what size? Blizzard’s Brahma has earned its place in the pantheon of great hard snow skis, with a penchant for arcing high speed, medium to long radius turns on groomers. The turn radius actually splits the difference between the 2017 and 2018 consumer Brahma. I don't think you're asking for too much at all. Which brings us to another strength of the new Brahma, its ability to make different turn shapes. Chairlift Chat is the official blog of Skiessentials.com. I'm 55 yo, 5'11", 210 lbs. Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. It has the black graphic of the normal 2017 Brahma but has the 18m turning radius and the metal tip protector of the Brahma SP. Also do you recommend the 173's or 180 for me? The carbon in its construction makes it feel very responsive and a whole lot of fun as an all mountain ski. It's tough to say whether you'll be okay on the Brahma or not without a little more information. 2017 Blizzard Brahma Ski Review: Introducing, Carbon. I think you are right,180 should be the right Brahma size for me. But now I'm wondering if maybe Blizzard Quattro RX or Quattro 8.4Ti would make a better choice for me than the Brahma (also in 181cm). In fact, I would say that is a pretty perfect description of the Brahma! 173 cm seems like the most appropriate length for you. Both skis retain the high performing characteristics that have made them so popular over the past few years, but are slightly more versatile, a bit more user friendly for non-expert skiers, and overall are just smoother skis than the previous versions. The Powertrack 89 uses a lot of early taper corresponding to a fair amount of rocker both in the tip and tail of the ski. However, in comparing the Brahmas and Rossignols it was no contest...the Brahmas were way more stable, and enjoyable. I would say most skiers around your size tend to go with the 180 cm, unless they're exceptionally aggressive. I'm coming off of 15 year old K2 Escape 5500s (174 cm) (waist on those was 69). Thanks, Struggling between the 180 and 187 brahmas If anything the Brahma would be on the "too stiff" side of things, but it might not be... Another Brahma size question … or perhaps a different ski? Are you planning to release a review of the 2017-18 version? For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. The Brahma will retain a slightly more traditional feel on firm snow, while still giving you the versatility and ability off-piste you're looking for.