If you really want to get a significant increase in float you could go with the Rustler 11, but something we mention in that review is the 11 starts to get closer to a dedicated powder ski. 1957 & 1958 – Salomon QST 106, 188 cm I ski on Colorado, Tahoe and Whistler. Ski: 2018-2019 Blizzard Rustler 10, 188 cm. The Blizzard Rustler 10 is part of a fantastic line of skis from Blizzard that is meant to replace the Peacemaker and Gunsmoke and now includes several different waist widths. Heavy-footed, a little reckless, bumps, trees, beer league, Surfy Freeride with a Freestyle Background, Volkl RTM 81 Carbon Ski + WideRide XL Binding [2019]. I want to have a ski that will bring a lot of pleasure and that will help me grow into what I’m not good. At Big Sky, Liberty Bowl is in my comfort zone, but steeper and more exposed than that is usually beyond me. Sizing question: I’m debating between the 180 and 188. If so should I stick with the 180’s and avoid losing that extra 10cm of edge at my height and weight? Again, thanks a lot for your help and super prompt support!! I have never skied on anything wider under foot than the 88cm I am on now, or anything with a rocker. The Rustler 10 can still rip carving turns on groomers, it’s not not quite as powerful as the Bones. I have also been told, “if you don’t want a dedicated powder ski, don’t go over 100mm.” (I don’t want a dedicated powder ski.) The Rustler pivots or smears a turn a little easier because of the rocker shape, the QST 99 feels a little more precise. You’ll notice Pat was skiing the 188 cm ski and enjoyed it, but I do know Pat is pretty used to skis that length. It will definitely allow you to ski at slower speeds more easily. But I do find it a bit unpractical to travel with two heavy pairs of skis all the time, at airports and so on, and now I look for a ski that can take on the job of being my one and only choice for all kinds of conditions and terrain. Based upon your reviews and others I have read the Rustler 10 sounds like a good match. At less than 2000 grams per ski in a 188 cm length, the Rustler 10 is on the lighter side of the ~105mm-underfoot all-mountain category. I’d describe the Rustler 10 as “forgiving,” “playful,” and “energetic” before I’d call it “chargy.”. Last season I spent a few hours on two separate days on a pair of 180mm Rustler 10’s, thought they were great. I know you said in a reply above that this actually has more stability than the QST, but I was wondering if the new model with the added basalt and flax is more stable/damp in those kinds of conditions? I have to say that I’m not good in the woods (glades) and in moguls. I liked how you could drive them off the tips. Or am I way off base and should be looking for a stiffer ski? We do have a few icy days but more often than not we are skiing on packed power or 5-10 inches of fresh snow on the main runs with it being knee deep off the trails. Hi Jorn! I am 210 lbs and 6.2″, bonafide 187 seem too much heavy (and stiff maybe), so i was thinking about rustler 10 188 One way to appreciate Blizzard's Rustler 10 for what it is would be to consider what it isn’t: a Cochise, its beast of a big brother that’s equipped to support strong, fast skiers who rip through crud fields at 40 mph. Apart from being lighter than the Enforcer 100, how else would you compare these two skis? Wide and rockered enough that it will perform well in deep snow, but enough torsional stiffness and responsiveness that it’s not a bore on groomers. It’s also just objectively a great ski to pair with a Brahma as a 2-ski quiver! I have now got an very good offer to buy a pair of Rustler 10 at a good price, and I am now considering to have them as my new all round skis. I was just at my local shop looking at the Rustler 10, and I was thinking that the 180cm would be the best size for me considering I’m 178cm tall and 145lbs, but the guy the shop thinks 180 would be too much ski given my weight and recommends 172cm. Would love your recommendation! The 172 cm should work great for you! Hi, thanks for the great review I demoed this a few weeks ago in Crested Butte in the 188 length and there was a lot I liked about them, the swing weight made tight turns and jump turns super easy. I want something very maneuverable in trees considering that I live in the east (tight trees). Because of the tip and tail rocker it has a shorter effective edge and skis a little shorter than your Xwings. I am looking for a replacement for my 2012 Rossi S7’s, 178mm. I’m attracted to The Rustler 10 for its balanced ability to handle powder, crud, groomers, as well as charge, while being somewhat forgiving. It was very soft and forgiving, so much that I felt it really didn’t “give me anything”. MSRP: $840.00 . We ski in southern British Columbia and are fortunate enough to have a half dozen resorts within a couple hours that get quite a bit of snow. And Kara was on the 180 cm version. | Compre BLIZZARD RUSTLER 10 2018 + MARKER JESTER 16 BLACK 2018 para solamente 570,00€ sobre Ekosport, n°1 del deportivo outdoor.  Brooks was also skiing the 188 cm length and described the Rustler 10 as “very light, quick, playful; kinda threw you from one turn to the next and held very well throughout the turn.” He also commented on how versatile the Rustler 10 is: “Seems very versatile. I also happen to ski a Blizzard Brahma 180cm, from 3 or 4 years back, at my local little southwest PA hill, it suits me well in PA conditions, so I am covered on that front. I’m about to pull the trigger, but wonder what length to go with. Thanks ! I am really not sure how exactly at my weight I will be affecting the performance of the ski if I go shorter than 180. My Bramah’s are definitely stable at speed for me through the chopped up snow but I struggle to keep my speed down, especially on the bumps and in the steeper trees. I’m looking for a ski that I can ride all day on groomed and un-groomed snow if it hasn’t snowed for a while. The new ski I am looking for would really be for Western skiing and specifically those late March conditions at Big Sky, we go there for about 2 weeks every spring break. With two feet of snow falling at our home mountain this week we thought it was a great time to put together a full review of the new 2018 Blizzard Rustler 10. I’ve been thinking of a ski that’s 100mm or less, so the 102 waist of the Rustler 10 gives me a little pause. You can give me your own suggestion. Have fun! I will say it’s not a true twin tip, so be aware if you’re planning on skiing backwards. Blizzard Rustler 10 ski review, 2017/2018 men's Big Mountain Category, from our equipment experts at Realskiers.com powered by Masterfit. In it, we give reviews of our favorite ski gear, provide information about the latest ski technology, discuss the latest news in the ski industry, and so much more. Hi ! Hi guys would be grateful on some size advice Even though Matt felt the ski was ready to handle aggressive skiing, he did note that they were very maneuverable, just in a different sense than the Peacemaker. Jonathan, Sam, and I skied the 188 cm (and we’ll continue to test that length). You’ve tried it, liked it, and are on the lighter side for just shy of six feet, so all that points me to the 180. The Rustler 10 is a brand new ski from Blizzard for 2018 and is part of their Freeride category. K položce nebyly dosud napsány žádné komentáře. Any thoughts here? I just don’t get deep snow 16 inches and up a lot of the time. My present ski inventory consists of a pair of Rossignol Hero Elite (GS) 186 cm and a pair of Völkl 90 Eight 184 (?). At first I was thinking 180, but 188 cm is about as tall as you exactly, which is a completely reasonable length in the Rustler 19. The Rustler 10 was only a handful of points shy of the winning the Editors' Choice Award but did earn one of our Top Picks for a soft snow oriented ski. My concern is how will these handle High speed groomers if the snow is firm? I went for Armada Tracer 98, a bit more demanding. Thanks so much for the prompt reply! The Rustler 10 comes back unchanged for 18/19 apart from graphics, so the 18/19 version is essentially the same ski. Can you give your opinion on these skis and which length you recommend based on my body type ? Would that be the case? The Rustler 10 proved to be one of the most popular skis in our test as there’s quite a bit of buzz surrounding the new designs. These skis were specifically developed for performance in softer snow. I mean, as I note in my review, I personally didn’t find this ski’s strength to be “big, fast, carvy turns” — certainly not while skiing off-piste terrain. They do make short turns very nicely. Which is why I want that elusive good at everything ski. What would you recommend in the 100-110 for a more powerful ski than the Rustler without entering into “Full-On–Charger” territory. The QST 99 has a more even flex from tip to tail and it’s slightly lower rise rocker, so I think you’ll find they track a little better. I’m 6′ 195 lbs ex racer. For the every-day weapon I was thinking on the Masterblaster I currently own, or switch it to the Rustler 10, Bonafide or Cochise. Not necessarily, just different. I am 5’5” 130lb, aggressive expert skier. Found them good, but unexciting. Diskuze: Blizzard RUSTLER 10 - 2017/2018. I am 6ft 250lbs and a high end intermediate who has bee skiing on entry level 170cm xwings at my local small hill for the most part on and off groomers. rebound is also important The main question I have, assuming you feel the Rustler’s would be a suitable choice, is about the length. i have the same question, when you get some suggestion let know. Blizzard Rustler 10. We did focus on soft snow performance of the Rustler 10 in our review, but a big reason for that was to differentiate it from a ski like the Bonafide. If you can control this though, it gives you an extremely good performance back. But I find them not maneuverable enough in the trees, and they don’t have enough float in powder. In that case, yes, I think the Rustler 10 would be a great ski for you! Luke, you are the absolute best, thanks!! I’t s a very impressive ski. Having read the reviews of the Rustler 10, I get a good feeling that this could be a good choice at 188 cm, as a versatile ski for both high speed cruising, low speed comfort crusing/shorter turns, bumps, groomed piste and powder/crust/off piste, yes, the full package. But am prioritizing more diverse conditions. Buy Now From Blizzard. Both use metal in their construction, and while different, they have a similar level of vibration damping. 2) I am 6’0, 150 lbs, advanced. Where do you ski mostly? Definitely something to consider if you’re trying to fill the one-ski-quiver role. It sounds like the Rustler 10 could be a great ski for you. What have you skied in the past? i prefere big turn but telemark turn are not big as alpine ski turns ;) (I am riding cochise 185 2014 when “locked heel”) Check it out! Given your size and your ability level, I think you could probably go 188 cm. Super fun ski in soft snow, and has strong ability around the entire mountain and in other snow conditions as well. Thanks! The Rustler 10, in my opinion, has two different personalities with the metal underfoot then the lighter, rockered tips and tails. The new QST is definitely more stable than the previous version with the new version of their CFX construction. 1) Better? Hope that helps! It’s very stable underfoot, but we felt there was just a bit of instability in the tip. Was everyone on the 188? I am looking for a 100-105 mm underfoot touring ski in that weight range and was looking at the Rustler 10 at a shop today. I just need this ski to perform well in tight bumps/trees on steeps (Winter Park, West Ridge @ Eldora) and I’m wondering if the 188 might hold me back. Sold Out $ 0.00 0 items. Transitioning from advancing-intermediate snowboarding here, I’m a beginner skiier looking for a one-ski-quiver to use primarily in the Sierra (Mammoth). Your reviews of the Fischer Ranger 102 FR have also piqued my interest. 1848 & 1903 – Line Sick Day 104, 186 cm My initial thought is the 180 is a good length. Eh, that’s a toss up. Intro. But interestingly, Blizzard doesn’t explicitly talk about using it as a touring ski or 50/50 ski. I think adding a 180 cm Brahma would be awesome! I have forget to give you my height and weight: 5’8” and 155 lbs. Blizzard Rustler 10 Used 180cm (2018) $ 1,175.00 $ 299.95. With a skid that is very balanced thanks to Blizzard's Dynamic Release Technology, stiffness reduces the tip and back end of the skid, which facilitates the finish of each turn. I know it sounds like a ski with 2 sheets of metal would be good for me bc of stability desire but I really like a light but powerful ski. I’m possibly splitting hairs, but want to make the best choice for my $$$. The Rustler 10 is a little more manageable when there’s not deep snow, just because it’s that much narrower. The QST 99 was really light and playful, which I enjoyed, but I just thought the tip was maybe a little too light, if that makes sense. Thanks! If you look for the fresh snow or fun snow on any mountain and have always liked the “Blizzard feel”, you won’t be disappointed by the Rustler.” We think this is a perfect thought to end on: yes, the Rustler 10 has impressive torsional stiffness and edge grip, but it’s best suited for adventurous skiers seeking out soft snow. Given the (unexpected and somewhat disappointing) experience you had on these, my first thought probably should have been to move the bindings back a bit, say 1-2 cm. Unfortunately I have not had the chance to use either of those skis, so I can’t offer any direct advice. 132 - 102 - 122 Test Locations: Cannon NH, Aspen CO, Red Mountain BC. Should I upsize to 180ish length for whichever ski I get, or 172/174? Which is better on groomed (I do spend time there) QST 99 or Rustler 10? I think it would be a great ski for the terrain and conditions you’re skiing at Big Sky. This product is no longer available, but don't go just yet. I’m 5’11 160lbs~ and a pretty aggressive off-trail skier (still typically in-bounds though). Unfortunately, I have yet to ski something that really fits that description. I’d be very leery of mounting bindings at -7.25″ I’d nearly bet that a more centered mount would vastly improve any negatives from this ski. If you’re a pretty advanced skier I think you could also handle that length. I’ve gone skiing only one time at Breck, but skipped the pizza-wedge and did some reasonably controlled skid turns in crud with Rossi Experience 88 rentals on blue runs. Our test team take them for a ride all over the mountain and give their verdict on these cow stealing skis of steel (well, wood and carbon actually). In front of Toe Piece: 9 The 180 cm might get a little unstable for you if you’re really charging. Blizzard’s new Rustler 10 pretty much dominated the Powder Category of our ski test, earning “Favorite” picks from more than 80 percent of the testers who skied it. Sorry I can’t provide any first-person advice. Thanks very much. Very insightful and well done review, thanks! We actually just released a more in-depth review of the Rustler 10 and talk a lot about the differences between the Bonafide and Rustler 10: http://www.skiessentials.com/Chairlift-Chat/2018-Blizzard-Rustler-10-Ski-Review. J'ai skié pendant deux demi-journées les Rustler 10, 102mm au patin et 180cm, en alternant avec d'autres skis Blizzard au tempérament plus directif : Cochise 185, Bonafide 180 et Brahma 180, tous montés en Griffons des test 2018 (les fameuses nouvelles Grip Walk, on en reparlera). The skis are designed to excel in soft snow, while still delivering solid performance around the entire mountain. So there´s no much difference between 172 cm and the smaller one being 173cm tall? Compared to the Peacemaker, the Rustler 10 has a fairly similar tip rocker line, but has significantly less tail splay than the twin-tip Peacemaker. I’d call it “playful”, “snappy”, and “energetic” before calling it “powerful”. Not sure how good any of this advice is, I do realize the difference is only 2mm, and the 100mm cut off seems arbitrary in some ways, I just wonder if there’s really anything in the that extra 2mm,and if I should heed this “100mm or under” advice. I want to be able to use them for at least 2-3 seasons without growing out of them, my only concern is the 180 might be too long for the tight east coast trees. More metal than either the Rustler 10 or QST, so more stable, and still pretty maneuverable. We think Jake Goss summed up the Rustler 10 really nicely. These skis were specifically developed for performance in softer snow. Comments are closed. 5’8” tall , 159 pounds , 51years low end advanced doing more off trail sking now , would the 172cm be ok or should I size up 180cm ? I find myself making quicker turns and changing my ski style to fit this ski. If you have any other questions, let me know. Would the 172 be long enough, should I move into the 180cm? 2019 Blizzard Rustler 10 Throwback. I know it’s a lot to ask but I’m a student and can’t afford 2 pairs of good skis. But , then again, perhaps they are a bit too similar to my Völkl 90 Eight? I expect that I will be skiing for several years on whatever I decide to purchase. I haven’t spent much time on those skis, but from what Jonathan says, I think they’d be less hooky in variable, are quite poppy / playful, and are still reasonably light.
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