Helio Carbon 88 Skis

Name: Helio Carbon 88 Skis
Brand: Black Diamond
Price: 577.47 CAD
Availability: InStock

45% OFF

CA$577.47

CA$1,049.95Save CA$472.48 (45%)

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Price checked Nov 10, 2026

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Low CA$556.00 · High CA$640.46. Hover the line to see each change.

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The lowest price we’ve tracked since October 2026 is CA$556.00; today’s price is CA$577.47.
The current price took effect within the last day.
Across the 100 Ski & Snowboard deals we’re tracking right now, the median discount is 56%. This deal’s 45% off is below that mark.

Based on prices we’ve recorded from The Last Hunt since October 2026, refreshed several times daily.

About this product

The Black Diamond Helio Carbon 88 is a lightweight backcountry ski built for technical terrain, whether that means quick dawn patrol laps or extended all-day tours. Its construction centers on a pre-preg carbon fiber layup paired with an engineered paulownia wood core, a combination that reduces weight while delivering the torsional stiffness and balanced flex needed for confident descents. Full-perimeter 5 mm beveled ABS sidewalls contribute dampening without sacrificing a smooth, responsive feel underfoot. The 88 mm waist keeps the ski nimble on hardpack and mixed conditions, and an early-rise tip aids flotation and trail-breaking in softer snow. A Titanal binding mounting plate adds a secure, stable platform for bindings, while an ABS tail protector doubles as an integrated skin-clip tab to hold climbing skins firmly in place. Rated for roughly 30 percent soft snow and 70 percent hard snow use, this ski is handmade in Austria and available in a 161 cm length.

Category: Ski & Snowboard
Brand: Black Diamond
Color: Colour: White - Yellow
Size: 161cm

What people are saying

Reviewers consistently praise the Black Diamond Helio Carbon 88 for its exceptional uphill performance, calling it one of the lightest skis in its class and noting that the climb feels nearly effortless. Many are pleasantly surprised by its downhill capability, highlighting confident edge hold on hardpack and ice, quick edge-to-edge transitions, and a damp, responsive feel that defies its featherweight construction. The tip rocker earns credit for helping the ski navigate chopped snow, refrozen crud, and tight trees with ease. The most common criticism is that the narrow 88mm waist limits performance in deep powder, and some reviewers note chatter and reduced stability at very high speeds on extreme hardpack. The topsheet is also flagged as prone to cosmetic damage. Overall, it is considered a specialist ski best suited to committed ski tourers and mountaineers who prioritize uphill efficiency without sacrificing technical downhill performance.

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