Freeride skis
Product 2027
Woman, Man
In the 2027 collection, the Blizzard Canvas 100 lands with strong backcountry ambitions. Tested in a 180 cm length, this ski—featuring graphics designed by a guest artist ((Pénélope Misa) ) —immediately sets itself apart from the well-known Rustler lineup through a geometry resolutely focused on mountain freestyle. Its formula? Slightly forward-mounted bindings, a very rounded and progressive tip, and above all, a particularly pronounced tail rocker—much more marked than on a Rustler—that naturally invites switch riding and landings.
As soon as you leave the groomed trails, the Canvas 100 delivers with an intuitive pivot and smooth handling. It sets up effortlessly, allows you to modulate turn radii at will, and proves surprisingly stable at speed off-piste, as its generous tip swallows terrain without flinching or chatter. On soft snow, in drifted turns or casual skidded arcs, its behavior is flawless and instantly confidence-inspiring. However, when pushed hard on-piste and driven on edge, the ski demands commitment: it naturally wants to open up its turns, requiring speed and strong forward weight transfer to pull it into a tighter arc. More energetic and lively underfoot than some smoother, highly dampened competitors, it transmits more terrain feedback to the legs, resulting in a slightly firmer ride. But in any case, it always responds and feels very reliable.It’s a hassle-free ski that you ultimately end up forgetting about while riding. The main point of discussion concerns its edge grip—how well does it hold on hardpack? The grip is somewhat less convincing than that of the Rustler, for instance. On very hard snow, its hold and torsional rigidity fall a step below, calling for a bit more finesse from the skier.It feels less solid and less anchored on edge. The Canvas is a ski built to open up turns, entering curves perhaps a little less easily and with slightly less fluidity. If forced to choose, we would still lean toward the Rustler, even if it lacks that freestyle backcountry vibe.
That said, its sturdy Ukrainian construction, fine edge wrapping entirely around the tip, reassuring weight, and well-finished base make it a robust tool built to last. While it carries some weight when stored in racks and sports a rather muted, speckled black-and-grey aesthetic, it offers very respectable glide—all at a reasonable price point.
Compared to the reigning versatility of a Rustler, the Canvas 100 will appeal to riders looking for a more playful,permissive backcountry character to explore every corner of the mountain.
We used this equipment over a long period of time
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