2025 Black Crows Octo Birdie
With the Octo Birdie, Black Crows wanted to take their exploration of on-piste and piste-side skling a step further, by disrupting the way it's done, to enhance the skier's enjoyment of the sport. The aim is to mix angular curves with newschool-inspired ease. The Octo is also a UFO for carving, and will appeal to fanatics and novices alike. The swallowtail is there again, for style. Smile on to the next turn.
the nitty-gritty:
construction: semi-cap, ABS sidewalls all around core: poplar / fiberglass
added material: aluminium tail insert floatation: light with 84mm at the waist rocker: light front rocker for good pivot and easy turn transition
camber: classic medium camber underfoot with intermediate ski/snow contact for a great balance between stability and handling
sidecut: very short radius, super reactivity with a fast edge to edge transition flex: intermediate, allowing fun carving mounting point: -8cm
drilling: diameter 3.5mm x L 9mm
Intermediate - Advanced
- If you are a seasoned skier learning new skills, or a twice a year veteran taking on new challenges both on and off piste, you will probably fall into this category. Skis for this individual will usually be designed with a stronger wood core and sandwiched-sidewall construction. They will generally also offer both a wider profile and stiffer flex than a beginner - intermediate ski.
All Mountain
- An all mountain ski is engineered to be dependable in most terrains you have in mind. This could include heavy snow, steeps, font-side groomers, ice, and powder. If you have one ski in your quiver, this would be a good choice.
Rocker / Camber / Rocker
- A rocker/camber/rocker profile has both the playfulness and float of a rockered ski while adding the edge hold of a cambered ski. This profile moves the front and rear contact points medial, but still not under your boot. A rocker/camber/rocker profile is excellent for an all mountain ski, giving you float in deeper snow and crud, with a good edge hold on piste.
