2024 LINE BLADE OPTIC 96 REVIEW | THE PEOPLE'S SKI TEST
2024 Line Blade Optic 96 Video Review
Tech Details
Line Blade Optic 96
Category: Freeride
Length Tested: 184
Lengths: 163, 170, 177, 184
Dimensions: 129/96/119
Radius: 16m @ 177
MSRP: $799.99
More Info: lineskis.com
Test Notes
The Line Blade Optic 96’s generous tip and tail rocker helps successfully position this ski as a true all-mountain freeride weapon. This multi-purpose offering would be best suited for anyone from an intermediate to expert skier who is looking for a ski that thrives in off-piste terrain, but still excels and then some on groomers on the way back to the lift. The unique distribution of titanal—courtesy of Line’s Gas Pedal Metal Overdrive technology—made for a sweet progressive flex throughout the entire turn, and really delivered for me on firm snow by providing a super solid feeling underfoot. If I were to compare this ski to a rock star, it would be Neil Young, because it keeps on rockin’ in the ski world. —Patrick Kinghorn
Pros
- Smooth, progressive flex.
- Excels in variable snow conditions.
- Stable at high speed in all types of terrain.
Cons
- A bit narrow for deep powder days.
- Less aggressive skiers may find it stiff.
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