Blizzard ski reviews 2010
Blizzard is thriving and growing under Tecnica stewardship. Just a few seasons ago, we found that Blizzard skis were, frankly, not up to snuff except for a few freeride models that became cult favorites, in part we suspect, because they were so demanding and difficult to handle. All that is changed. Blizzard's current skis are definitely in the hunt for performance and quality and the retail community is responding with enthusiasm. The revival of this venerable brand is well underway.
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GS Magnesium
Everyone competing at any level below NCAA Division 1 will likely find the GSR a much better tool for winning. Free skiing on the GS is a good way to get your ticket pulled; non-functional at less than race speeds.
Sport Ride
The more relaxing member of the Cross collection. Suitable to less aggressive skiers and, like the CRS, a good buy for frontside fall line fans not seeking skier cross competition-level performance. Like all cross skis, responds best to modern technique.
G Force Supersonic
Blizzard has been going through big changes, including new ownership and distribution and the skis themselves now begin to exhibit a new "feel." In the past, many have found Blizzards demanding, if very powerful. That is changing and the Supersonic is an early example. The Super, powerful and high performing, is easier to ski than some past Blizzards. This is a solid front side carver, surprisingly nimble and definitely worth a test ride.
Magnum 8.1 
"Sweet spot feels a bit minimal" and "extremely stable" and "superb on ice; tenacious edge hold and great power." Summery: solid, demanding, high-speed all mountain ski for experts and strong skiers. The 8.7 tested as more versatile in terrain and skill level.
Titan Atlas
Although it is wider for more float, and in the words of one,"Skis light for its size and stiffness," we suspect the Cronus will prove more enjoyable for most non-pros.
The Answer
Straight from the cards: "Serious effort to arc" and "You should ski them fast" and "Not bad for a mid-mount" and "Probably best for new school skiers for whom 'pop' means something" and "Skis like a board with turned up ends."If this is The Answer, the question must be: "What's a good powder ski for experts?"
