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Black Diamond Helio Recon 88 Skis
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Helio Recon 88 Skis
The Black Diamond Helio Recon 88 Ski styles the same backcountry-friendly design as the original Helio, except instead of a lighter carbon layup, Black Diamond used triaxial fiberglass for a beefier, stiffer feel. That's not to say it's too heavy for touring; this Recon model maintains a trim six pound weight that's more than suitable for a long skin up steep mountains. It simply styles the same shape, sidewalls, and vibration-damping technology as the original Helio, except a stiffer flex and a poppier wood core make the Recon a more aggressive choice for laying down turns at faster speeds, and digging into firmer snow a bit better.
- Beefier buildup of Black Diamond's Helio backcountry ski
- 88mm waist is nimble, skinny, and ideal for firmer snow
- Camber underfoot holds an edge down steep, icy terrain
- Rockered tip and tail ease turn initiation in softer snow
- Poppy poplar wood core with pre-preg fiberglass for stiffness
- ABS sidewalls add long-lasting durability season after season
- Added damping technology borrowed from Helio's popular design
- Item #BLD013P
Tech Specs
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
rocker tip, camber underfoot, rocker tail
Construction
sandwich (ABS sidewalls)
Core
poplar
Laminate
pre-preg fiberglass
Claimed Weight
[158cm] 5lb 14oz [168cm] 6lb 6oz [178cm] 6lb 15oz
Recommended Use
backcountry skiing
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year