Returning for 2024 unchanged, the Blizzard Zero G 95 is a great choice for backcountry tourers who are seeking a lightweight but high performing touring ski. By using lightweight materials and innovative construction techniques, the Zero G 95 is maneuverable, stable, and efficient. Used by many skiers for a variety of applications, these skis are a staple in the backcountry community. Whether it be resort touring, ski mountaineering, sidecountry touring, or traverses, these skis like to do it all. It is incredible how stiff these skis are when considering how light they are, which contributes to why they are such a popular choice for skiers all over the world.

How does the Zero G 95 accomplish such a low weight while retaining its stability? That is all thanks to its construction which incorporates both lightweight materials and innovative construction techniques. Paulownia is used for the wood core of this ski, which is a low-density material that retains its structure extremely well. Reinforcing the core is Blizzard’s Carbon Drive Technology 3.0. Carbon Drive utilized carbon in a 3-dimensional format to provide both longitudinal and torsional stiffness. These contributing attributes assist with edge grip and stability through variable snow conditions. All characteristics needed in a backcountry touring ski because of the unknowns that inevitably come along with the discipline. Altogether, the Zero G 95 weighs in at an astonishing 1250 grams per ski. A number such as this is crazy, but also welcoming, when considering how high performing these skis are when descending.

The 2024 Blizzard Zero G 95 is certainly the most versatile of the Zero G series due to its construction, but also its shape in a very big way. A Rocker/Camber/Rocker profile makes for a highly maneuverable ski that is quick and easy to turn but also stable at higher speeds or on steep slopes. A healthy amount of tip rocker makes turn initiation smooth, while slight tail rocker assists with turn release and agility. Camber underfoot helps with edge grip and energy generation. Moving to the Zero G 95’s sidecut of the 178cm length, there is a forebody width of 127mm, a waist width of 94mm, and tail width of 111mm which generates a turning radius of 22 meters. There surely is some floatation produced from the tips, helping to keep you above the deep snow with the ability to grip onto firmer snow when encountered. Tip to tail taper permits effortless turn initiation in all conditions, facilitating safe descending through difficult terrain.

The backcountry skiers who are looking for an extremely lightweight and efficient touring ski with incredible downhill performance, the 2024 Blizzard Zero G 95 is a ski that should be at the top of their lists. Although highly specific in its application, the 95 is extremely versatile within that application. With resort touring, ski mountaineering, sidecountry touring, or traverse capabilities, these skis want to explore the unknown.