The Blizzard Quattro 7.3 is an entry level ski within the Quattro collection and is a great choice for beginner and intermediate skiers. Blizzard builds the ski using a wood core and their integrated IQ binding system. They keep weight at a minimum and the flex relatively soft, making it an approachable ski for those still developing their techniques. Just because it’s a beginner/intermediate oriented ski, however, doesn’t mean that it lacks performance. We sent out a series of testers on a pair of 167 cm Quattro 7.3, none of whom are entry level skiers, and are happy to report they were impressed and pleased by the feel of the ski.
Steve Sulin gave the Quattro 7.3 5 out of 5 for quickness, maneuverability, and forgiveness. He also noted that they are very stable for a ski of this price point (an impressively low $399 including bindings). He thought that they were a “beginner’s dream” thanks to their combination of maneuverability and stability. It’s going to be a confidence inspiring ski for developing skiers. Steve went on to describe them as an “easy, fun ski” that’s “light and quick”.
Marcus Shakun also thought the Quattro 7.3 is a great choice for beginner and intermediate skiers referring to the ski as an “Intermediate Cruiser.” He went on to describe why he thinks it’s a “great ski for intermediate level.” The Quattro 7.3 “can make short to medium radius turns” and “likes to be skied at moderate speeds.” Marcus does mention that they become “unstable at high speed”, but aggressive, fast skiers should be at least bumping up to a Quattro with carbon, metal, or both in its construction. The 73 mm waist width of the Quattro 7.3 is definitely best suited for skiing on groomed slopes, something that Marcus picked up on as well and included in his recommendation of whom the ski is best for: “intermediate that skis mainly on trail and doesn’t often go off-piste.”
Bob St. Pierre was quite impressed by the skis performance considering its beginner/intermediate target market. Bob commented that the Quattro 7.3 is “surprisingly able to hold an edge” and that it has a “nice (turn) radius for beginner and intermediate skiers.” Bob is about as far from a beginner/intermediate as you can get, but even he had fun on the Quattro 7.3 adding that they had “much better performance than expected” and that they “felt like a slalom ski with its short, round turn shapes.”
When you can take a beginner/intermediate oriented ski, put it on the feet of some advanced/expert skiers, and they all enjoy it you know it’s a high quality ski. All of our testers that skied the Quattro 7.3 likely wouldn’t add it to their quiver, but they were all very impressed by the performance and value behind the ski. For $399 you’re getting a ski with a great design and solid performance on groomed slopes. It will help beginner and intermediate skiers progress their technique and ability while having an absolute blast.
