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2008 Black Diamond Verdicts | Last Updated: 09/18/08
Gear Reviews>>Skis>>Fat>>Black Diamond VerdictsPRODUCT SUMMARY
By powderjunky
THE GOOD
These skis are an amazing fat touring ski. It is much improved in stiffness from the older verdict. It can now handle the crud a lot better and crushes it on powder and firm snow. The side cut dimensions of 134/102/120 makes it a great all purpose tool.
THE BAD
If you are looking for a lightweight touring ski, this is not it. I would only recommend dynafits on these bad boys to keep the weight down! Otherwise your hip flexors will be in for some hurting.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
I loved the original verdict with one exception: too soft. This new model has improved upon that but it has made the verdict a totally different ski than its predecesssor. I recommend demoing before buying as it skis different than the older version. Very versatile and not too expensive!
By powderjunky
THE GOOD
These skis are an amazing fat touring ski. It is much improved in stiffness from the older verdict. It can now handle the crud a lot better and crushes it on powder and firm snow. The side cut dimensions of 134/102/120 makes it a great all purpose tool.
THE BAD
If you are looking for a lightweight touring ski, this is not it. I would only recommend dynafits on these bad boys to keep the weight down! Otherwise your hip flexors will be in for some hurting.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
I loved the original verdict with one exception: too soft. This new model has improved upon that but it has made the verdict a totally different ski than its predecesssor. I recommend demoing before buying as it skis different than the older version. Very versatile and not too expensive!
OUR ADVICE
AVG USER ADVICE
Solid
AVG USER ADVICE
n/a
| DURABILITY | 5/5, Great, after 1 year nothing to troubling |
|---|---|
| CUSTOMER SERVICE | 5/5, Great. Any issue i have ever had Black Diamond has always stood by their products and given great customer service. |
| POWDER | 5/5 |
| CRUD | 4/5 |
| HARD PACK | 4/5, as long as the edges are sharp! |
Gear Reviews>>Skis>>Fat>>Black Diamond Verdicts
WHERE TO BUY
| REI | $599.95 |
|---|---|
| Wilson Backcountry Sports | $629.99 |
PRODUCT SPECS
| AVG PRICE | $630.00 |
|---|---|
| LENGTHS | 170cm, 180cm, 190cm |
| WEIGHT | 4.0 kg(8 lb 13 oz)/180cm |
| DIMENSIONS | 134 / 102 / 120mm(180) |
| CORE MATERIAL | CNC-machined wood |
| TAIL | Flat |
| USE | Big mountain, all mountain skiing |
| WARRANTY | 1 year |
WHERE TO BUY
| REI | $599.95 |
|---|---|
| Wilson Backcountry Sports | $629.99 |
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