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Helio Carbon 108 Ski - 2026

Name: Helio Carbon 108 Ski - 2026
Brand: Black Diamond
Price: 641.22 CAD
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About this product

The Black Diamond Helio Carbon 108 is a backcountry ski built around a 108mm waist that delivers meaningful float on powder without sacrificing control. A pre-preg carbon layup over a light poplar core keeps the ski torsionally stiff for confident edging while reducing swing weight on long vertical days. Early-rise tip and tail geometry makes turn initiation easier and allows quick pivots in tighter terrain. Camber underfoot provides reliable grip on firm skin tracks and icy runouts, while 5mm beveled ABS sidewalls improve power transfer and add durability against rock strikes. The UHMWPE sintered base maintains glide speed across cold snow and extended flat sections. An integrated tail notch holds climbing skins securely in place for faster transitions in the field. The ski carries SKU BLDZA4L and is offered in one colorway. It represents a well-rounded quiver option for skiers who prioritize lightweight performance across variable backcountry conditions.

Category: Ski & Snowboard
Brand: Black Diamond
Color: One Color
Size: Chart

What people are saying

Reviewers consistently praise the Black Diamond Helio Carbon 108 for its exceptional powder flotation, playful and surfy feel in soft snow, and an impressive weight-to-performance balance that makes it manageable on long backcountry approaches. The pre-preg carbon and poplar wood core construction earns repeated credit for delivering a responsive, damp ride with good torsional stiffness, while the early-rise tip and tail rocker is highlighted as a standout feature for variable snow conditions. The integrated skin-clip notch on the ABS tail protector is also appreciated as a practical touring detail. The most common criticism is underwhelming edge grip and uninspiring performance on firm or hard-packed snow, with reviewers noting it is not a true all-mountain ski. Some also point out that its longer turning radius makes it better suited to big, sweeping turns than quick, short-radius pivots.

Specifications

Ski waist width: 108 mm
Ski length: 166,173,180,187 cm

Length options

Length	Ski turn radius	Packed weight
166	22 m	1.50 kg
173	23 m	1.55 kg
180	24 m	1.59 kg
187	25 m	1.65 kg

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