{"product_id":"blizzard-black-pearl-88-skis-2026-w-look-nx-12-bindings-158-1735436","title":"Blizzard Black Pearl 88 Skis 2026 w\/ Look NX 12 Bindings - 158cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first light hits the ridgeline, turning the morning groomers into a blank canvas of corduroy, and the Blizzard Black Pearl 88 is already itching to carve it up. This setup, paired with the reliable Look NX 12 bindings, thrives on the fluidity of a well-executed turn, bridging the gap between high-speed stability and the playful agility needed to navigate tight, variable terrain later in the day. At the heart of the ride is the Trueblend Flipcore construction, which tactfully balances densified woods to ensure the ski feels snappy underfoot without losing that coveted dampness when the snow gets firm. The 88mm waist hits the sweet spot for versatility, allowing you to slice through cold morning hardpack while maintaining enough width to float through the afternoon chop. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT CONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"UnNewText\"\u003eThis UnNew \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"displayNameDesc\"\u003eBlizzard Black Pearl 88 Skis 2026 w\/ Look NX 12 Bindings - 158cm\u003c\/span\u003e is in \u003cspan class=\"condition\"\u003eGood\u003c\/span\u003e condition.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"conditionText\"\u003eProducts in Good condition have been well loved, but still have life left in them. Signs of wear may include pilling, snags, lint, animal hair, dried dirt, minor but noticeable staining, and other cosmetic imperfections. Small tears or holes may be present, but will not affect the functionality of the item.\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003cspan class=\"wearText\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWith this item, the following damages were observed: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eScratched\/scuffed bases\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eScratched\/scuffed topsheets\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBurred edges\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eScratched bindings   \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"disclaimer\" style=\"font-weight: bold; display: block;\"\u003eDisclaimer: The bindings on this ski are demo bindings that will accommodate many sizes of ski boots. The bindings have not been fitted and tested for your specific ski boot. The DIN on this binding has also not been adjusted in accordance with your specific height, weight, ski boot sole length, and skier type. We recommend that you have a certified binding technician adjust the bindings in accordance with your specific measurements to ensure that the bindings release properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECH SPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlizzard Black Pearl 88 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRocker Type\r\n\u003cul class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRocker Camber Rocker: Ski profile with rocker at the tip and tail, camber in the middle. Reducing the pressure on the edge at the tip and tail makes the ski even easier to handle and increases flotation on powder snow. The camber guarantees great grip on packed snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCore\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTrueBlend W.S.D. All Mountain Core: TrueBlend core of Beech with seven stringers of Poplar, tailor-made for each length of ski, using lighter Women's Specific Design woods.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLaminates\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-Piece W.S.D. Titanal Laminate for Grip and Stability: No longer a single sheet of Titanal, the 2025 Black Pearl uses a two-piece laminate with a sheet of fiberglass in between the layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe upper layer of metal resembles the shape of the FluxForm Titanal layer in the Sheeva skis and the lower layer fills in the gap in the center\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSidewalls\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSandwich Compound Sidewall: All Blizzard skis with the exception of some junior skis are built with ABS or Phenol sidewalls for superior performance (stability, power transmission, handling) and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBase\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cul class=\"spec-list\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSintered Graphite Base\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTerrain: Carving, All-mountain\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (Tip\/Waist\/Tail): 126\/88\/108 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTurning Radius: 13 m \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook NX 12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFull Action Toe | 45 mm Elasticity: Featuring 45mm of elastic travel and 180⁰ multi-directional release, the Full Action toe piece delivers best-in-class retention and release and increased coupling strength (boot-to-binding interface) for maximum power transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e180˚ Multi-Directional Release: A true mechanical upward release that functions independently from the heel for the most effective multi-directional protection in the case of a fall\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDual Standard Concept (ISO 5355 Alpine and GripWalk): Look strategically reinforced the toe housing, increased the toe ramp, elongated the toe-wings, and created a toe that is compatible with both ISO 5355 Alpine and GripWalk soles\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFour Points of Contact: Four points of contact with the boot provide maximum power transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDin Range: 3.5-12\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"geartrade","offers":[{"title":"158cm \/ Purple","offer_id":57142845866289,"sku":"PSTART8274","price":427.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/9133\/1121\/files\/7751c93a-24cc-4bc9-b089-99f89191ac83.webp?v=1793093831","url":"https:\/\/geartrade.com\/products\/blizzard-black-pearl-88-skis-2026-w-look-nx-12-bindings-158-1735436","provider":"Geartrade.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}