The Rustler 9 is Blizzard's everyday freeride ski with a 96 mm waist. It uses a Trueblend Free woodcore of poplar, beech and paulownia, FluxForm titanal laminates, fiberglass and a sandwich full sidewall, with a rocker/camber/rocker profile. At 180 cm it measures 131.5/96/121 mm with a 17 m radius.
The trade-off of a 96 mm ski is that it gives up some float on the deepest days. In exchange it lights up on chundery, choppy and icy days, and it carves far better than most freeride skis.
It is for advanced skiers who want one ski that handles whatever the mountain throws at them. It is nimble in bumps and tight spaces, and its platform welcomes airs.
Sintered base, sized from 162 to 186 cm. We are happy to help you choose the right length.
We love the Rustler 9 because most days are not powder days, and this ski makes those days a blast.
Rocker in the tip and tail makes the ski easy to steer and floats it in powder, while camber underfoot grips on firm snow.
Beech, poplar and paulownia blended for each Rustler or Sheeva model so the flex can be tuned precisely.
Two titanal strips run the length of the ski and taper toward the ends, with a titanal plate underfoot for edge grip and damping while the tips and tails flex freely.
ABS or phenol sidewalls for stability, power transmission and durability.
A fast, durable sintered base.
| Length (cm) | Tip / Waist / Tail (mm) | Radius (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 162 | 128 / 96 / 117.5 | 14 |
| 168 | 128.5 / 96 / 118 | 15 |
| 174 | 129 / 96 / 118.5 | 16 |
| 180 | 131.5 / 96 / 121 | 17 |
| 186 | 132 / 98 / 121.5 | 18 |
This guide is for alpine (downhill) skis. Ski length depends on your height, your ability, and how you like to ski. Use this chart as a starting point, then talk to us about the ski itself: rocker, width, and turn shape all change how long a ski feels.
| Height | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" / 147 | 120–130 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 145–155 |
| 5'0" / 152 | 125–135 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 150–160 |
| 5'2" / 157 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 155–165 |
| 5'4" / 163 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 160–170 |
| 5'6" / 168 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 165–175 |
| 5'8" / 173 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 170–180 |
| 5'10" / 178 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 175–185 |
| 6'0" / 183 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 180–190 |
| 6'2" / 188 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 180–190 | 185–192 |
| 6'4" / 193 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 185–192 | 190–192 |
Not sure? Call us at (802) 253-4531 or stop in. Want to try before you buy? Demo a ski and we deduct the rental from the purchase.
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