tldr; Frontside carver. Edge hold, speed stable. Groomer ripper.
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Best praise vs top criticism for Blizzard Brahma 88
“If you can't flex the Brahma at 200 lbs then it's because you can't ski, not because you weigh less than you once did.”
“I came from Brahma 88s and my Rusters are 400g lighter. The extra width means I need to move my weight a bit quicker to start a turn, but once on an edge they pivot with less effort than the Brahmas which were so stiff. I fly most of the time to go skiing and I only take one pair, and so far they have been great on everything from bluebird/spring days up to fresh powder coming down at Alta. I am sure there are a bunch of other skis I would also love, but my rustlers have been great.”
85 Reddit opinions analyzed • Last updated 4/5/2026