Helio Carbon 95 25/26
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Built for long missions and big descents, the Black Diamond Helio Carbon 95 strikes the perfect balance between uphill efficiency and downhill confidence. With a 95 mm waist, this ski thrives in everything from soft, wind-buffed powder to firm alpine snow, offering a blend of precision and playfulness that defines the modern touring ski.
The pre-preg carbon fiber layup maximizes torsional stiffness and dampness while keeping weight impressively low, delivering a smoother ride through variable terrain. At its heart lies an engineered paulownia wood core, chosen for its lively yet lightweight character, paired with full-length 5 mm beveled ABS sidewalls for added power transfer and edge hold. A Titanal binding mounting plate enhances retention and durability for aggressive descents, while the early-rise tip boosts flotation and trail-breaking efficiency on the skin track. An ABS tail protector with an integrated skin-clip notch keeps your setup secure from climb to drop-in.
Purpose-built for the backcountry explorer who demands speed on the way up and stability on the way down, the Helio Carbon 95 is your all-season ticket to high-alpine adventure.
Features
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Versatile 95 mm Waist: Balances precision and float for confident performance in all snow types.
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Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber Layup: Enhances dampness, strength, and balanced flex without extra weight.
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Engineered Paulownia Wood Core: Lightweight and energetic for responsive touring and agile turns.
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Full-Perimeter 5 mm Beveled ABS Sidewalls: Boosts durability and edge hold on firm snow.
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Titanal Binding Mounting Plate: Provides secure screw retention for demanding descents.
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Early Rise Tip & Rockered Tail: Improves float, trail-breaking, and maneuverability in deep snow.
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ABS Tail Protector with Skin-Clip Notch: Keeps skins secure and increases tail longevity.
Specifications
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Weight: 2280 g–2880 g (varies by length)
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Size Range: 155–183 cm
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Dimensions:
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[155 cm] 123-95-112 mm
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[162 cm] 123-95-112 mm
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[169 cm] 124-95-113 mm
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[176 cm] 124-95-113 mm
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[183 cm] 125-95-114 mm
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Turn Radius: 16–20 m (varies by length)
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Core: Paulownia wood
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Layup: Pre-preg carbon fiber
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Construction: Full-perimeter ABS sidewalls, Titanal binding plate
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Tip Style: Rockered
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Tail Style: Rockered
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.
Recommended Alpine Length (cm)
| Height | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced | Expert |
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| 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 |
Quick Rule
- Beginner: ski tip around your chin. Shorter skis turn easily.
- Intermediate: tip between your nose and forehead.
- Advanced: tip around the top of your head, for stability at speed.
- Expert: about 5cm longer than advanced, for hard charging and big-mountain terrain.
Adjust For
- Go longer: heavier build, fast skiing, deep snow, lots of tip rocker.
- Go shorter: lighter build, tight trees and moguls, uphill touring.
- Telemark: if you want a ski for tele, we recommend going down about 10cm from the length you normally like.
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.
