2027 Blizzard Stormbird 80 TI Skis W/ TP 11 Bindings

Model Year	Product Page	Ski Test Results	Chairlift Chat
2027	2027 Blizzard Stormbird 80 TI Skis W/ TP 11 Bindings	2027 Blizzard Stormbird 80 Ti	—
2026	2026 Blizzard Stormbird 80 TI Skis W/ TP 11 Bindings	2026 Blizzard Stormbird 80 TI	—

tester:

Ability: Expert
Height: 5'4"
Weight: 135
Days / Year: ~50
Age: 24
Years Skiing: 22

Hard charging, but with lots of little breaks. I mostly chase where the snow is good and skiing is fun rather than particular terrain, although I do love a technical line. I am almost never in the park and would never touch a race course.

Ski:

2027 Blizzard Stormbird 80 TI Skis W/ TP 11 Bindings

Size Tested:

170 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

I skied Gondolier with 1 inch of creamy dense on top of sheer ice, and Perry Merrill with a perfectly fresh, if firm, groom.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

It felt true to size, 170 was a tiny bit short but 175 would’ve been too long.

Scores

Floatation:6/10

Stability:7/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:7/10

Versatility:9/10

Overall:8/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

Surprisingly versatile for a frontside carving ski, the Blizzard Stormbird 80TI was a great pick for ripping groomers while still being able to adventure into a bit of fresh snow without feeling squirrelly.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

I'd recommend this ski for groomed trails without a ton of sheer ice, but they can handle up to a few inches of fresh without getting overwhelmed.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

This was a surprisingly approachable ski for a ski in its category, so I think most skiers of an advanced ability level could handle and enjoy it. Experts looking for a truly aggressive carver may prefer something with a bit more edge hold on ice.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

If you’re going to take a carving ski into the woods, that’s never a good idea but this is a good bit more capable than most others of handling variability.

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tester:

Matthew McManus

Ability: Advanced
Height: 5'8"
Weight: 182
Days / Year: 35-50
Age: 57
Years Skiing: about 40

It depends on with whom I'm skiing. Everything from Toll Road to Liftline (slowly) with my wife, to Centerline bumps/woods/any groomer at speed if alone or with other friends. I calibrate to the worst skier so everyone has fun typically

Ski:

2027 Blizzard Stormbird 80 TI Skis W/ TP 11 Bindings

Size Tested:

170 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Stowe, gondola groomers.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

This skied a bit longer than the length. 170 was good and I thought it might be too short.

Scores

Floatation:7/10

Stability:8/10

Quickness:6/10

Playfulness:6/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:6/10

Overall:7/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

This ski felt good in longer turns and at speed, where it was stable, gripped well on hard pack and felt smooth. It liked to hold and stay in the turn. It was not particularly fast edge to edge and was more comfortable as a faster ski on groomers, for which it was good.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

Stowe, gondola groomers and off piste.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

Intermediate and up.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

It was fun ripping some longer turns, even in some hard and chunky conditions. It was not as playful or quick making short turns and doesn’t smear/skid, but it does like to engage an edge and stay in the turn at speed

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tester:

Dave Raybould

Ability: I'm A Pro
Height: 5’ 8”
Weight: 135
Days / Year: 125
Age: 38
Years Skiing: 20

Technically accurate and smooth

Ski:

2027 Blizzard Stormbird 80 TI Skis W/ TP 11 Bindings

Size Tested:

175 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Groomed Perry Merril with chunks of ice.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

Felt true to length, I would ski this length.

Scores

Floatation:6/10

Stability:7/10

Quickness:7/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:7/10

Overall:8/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

First impression was pleasantly surprising as I was expecting less out of this ski. The first thing I noticed was how damp the ski is; it doesn’t chatter or deflect much, but also offers more edge grip than expected.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

This ski is best suited to soft groomers and would do fine in the bumps and a couple of inches of fresh snow.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

Intermediate and up skiers would appreciate the ease at which this ski skis. It only really gives up at the very top end if you’re really pushing it.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

Opt for the Stormbird 82 DTi for something a little burlier with more to offer at the top end, or if you’re a little heavier and need more support from the ski.

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