The Helio Carbon 102 is Black Diamond’s backcountry quiver-killer. This do-it-all ski is ready to charge in all conditions, all winter long.
It balances playful, pow-skiing performance with a lightweight build that handles well in variable conditions and technical terrain. The Helio 102 features a pre-preg carbon fiber layup with full-perimeter ABS sidewalls for improved dampness and a smooth ride, while the all-new poplar wood core keeps things playful and flowy in variable conditions. A rockered tip and tail are made to slash turns, while a slightly heavier construction reduces chatter. The Helio Carbon 102 is a hard-charging powder ski for year-round, backcountry performance.
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Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 8 reviews.
Review topics: [skis, spot, upgrade].
"I have used these skis while guiding backcountry in Japan, ski mountaineering in Kazakhstan, and touring in New Zealand. That is to say, I have skied them in many different types of snowpacks and mountains. Overall, I love how confident they feel on the downhill while still being light on the uphill. They seem to be sturdy construction, as I have hit a few rocks and come away without major damage. I am very happy with these skis and would consider them strong competitors against more well-known ski brands."
"Love the skis, however, they were damaged by the freight carrier and due to black diamonds failure to internally pack and protect the tops and bottoms of skis. I bought three pairs of skis from BD and they are packed the same. Not happy! Marc Jones"
"I have been enjoying this ski on powder days in and out of bounds. It's fun to rip on groomers and duck into the woods with. The turning radius is nice, but I don't enjoy riding switch on these skis as much as a true twin tip. Having started with an 89 underfoot for my first season in the backcountry, this has been a major upgrade! This ski has made my backcountry experience and powder days far far more enjoyable."
"Super fun ski"
"It took no time at all to receive my new skis! I had them out for their first run over the Christmas break. I am excited to try these out in the Backcountry on my ski trip to BC"
"I have been skiing the Helio 104 for a few years. I am enjoying the new 102. It floats in soft snow and has great edge hold on firm snow. It is a nice improvement over the 104."
"I’ve been using the Black Diamond Helio 102s for a mix of Colorado backcountry days and Denali prep, and overall I’m really happy with them. They’re impressively light on the skin track, making long approaches and kick turns much easier, but still feel confident and stable on the descent — even with a heavy pack. The 102 waist hits a nice sweet spot: enough float in soft snow, yet still manageable on firm or variable conditions."
"Super beau mais pas encore essayer ca prend de la neige!"
