Black Diamond Route 88 Ski Ochre, 178cm

For speedy ascents, big traverses, and multi-day trips, Black Diamond created the Route 88 Ski. BD’s new Route series is a more versatile, damper, and stiffer version of their well-known Helio series–not to mention at a much lower price-point. The Route 88 is the thinnest and lightest member of the fleet, enabling you to move through the alpine quickly and efficiently. When designing a lightweight touring ski, Black Diamond made sure they didn’t sacrifice downhill performance. Constructed with a poplar wood core and a pre-preg fiberglass layup, the Route 88 is springy and playful, while maintaining torsional rigidity and stiffness, ensuring a smooth descent in all kinds of conditions. The early rise tip keeps you afloat in fresh snow, and camber underfoot keeps you stable and controlled while you’re ripping turns down a chute. Plus, you’ll be stoked about the short, snappy turn radius when it’s time to put your jump turns to the test at the top of a gnarly entrance.

Product Features

• Length: 158cm, 168cm, 178cm
• Dimensions: [158cm] 119 / 88 / 110mm, [168cm] 121 / 88 / 111mm, [178cm] 123 / 88 / 112mm
• Turn Radius: [158cm] 17m, [168cm] 17m, [178cm] 18m
• Profile: semi-rocker tip, traditional camber
• Construction: flat-top (sandwich)