Line Blade Review | Testing the Craziest Ski Ever?

If the ski seems right for you find it here bit.ly/lineblade and you´ll support the channel at no extra cost on your side. We recently got to test a crazy new ski from Line skis called Blade. In this video, we run it through a few ski tests to see how it performs, test out the new design and consider whether it lives up to the marketing hype that has surrounded it since its announcement. An all-mountain ski with an emphasis on carving, this crazy ski is a hybrid between a playful freeride ski and an aggressive slalom ski. We were pretty surprised by its performance, what do you think?
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[@mazig8]

"hard to find ice" near me its hard to find anything but that 😂

[@maddoxomeara]

You live on the east coast dont you😂

[@jr-kr3kn]

I feel that. Skiing in new mexico gets rough at times

[@sageenraged8879]

I sent my first backflip on skis two days ago 😁😁

[@lorenzo1843]

👏👏👏

[@sageenraged8879]

Lorenzo COMMERGNAT hell of a lot easier than 360s imo

[@mollingkaj843]

Nice👏👏👏👍🤘

[@lorenzo1843]

@@sageenraged8879 personally I am a pretty good skier but it scares me to do some tricks... because my only phobia is broken bones ☹

[@ediblepigeon9124]

I’m Still tryna learn it on the trampoline

[@larsehh6015]

Oh god these look perfect for me! I've been a ski instructor for 3 years now, i've always used my park skies because i love freestyle and not really have the funds for 2 pairs :d recently was looking for a new pair, i need these!

[@dermarm6928]

have fun paying that bill :)

[@JamiroAnonym]

DerMarm 69 half the price for ski instructors ;)

[@dermarm6928]

@@JamiroAnonym WHAT? #=85!(=)6(!8#(!#?(?#?!!?7?

[@jonashoersgen4859]

@@JamiroAnonym Are you serious?

[@BernbabyBern12]

Lars Ehh you and me are the same person

[@321findus]

5:20 I dare everyone to ride the lift like this and maintain constant eye contact with the person in front of you

[@MorganBrown]

5:35 next time I visit Switzerland I’ll make my schwoong happy by riding the Poma backward

[@jarnold1789]

😂

[@mbrick]

I am always incredibly impressed by your ability to feel what the skis are doing and explain small differences. Being able to tell it is closer to your 15m radius ski and not your 13m slalom ski shows how much you are in tune with your gear.

[@ianholmquist8492]

Any halfway decent skier should be able to feel what their gear is doing in the same way

[@pmarquis]

Jens, have you tried the Mirus Cor from Black Crows? Very carvy but more of a true twin tip than the Blade - might perform better in the park.

[@spaghetticode3107]

Watched your videos before skiing for the first time last week. Though I just went on green and fell a lot, was able to get to some level of parallel turns and had fun. Going to try and get better!

[@johnreyn19]

Keep at it! As your skill builds so does the fun!

[@Gamper1]

nice! well done :)

[@spaghetticode3107]

@@johnreyn19 thanks. I might invest in the ski season pass and a pair of ski goggles as well

[@jasonwearsnogi5214]

Bruce Wayne you don’t need to spend any more on the $30 for good goggles , i definitely recommend for snowy days

[@spaghetticode3107]

@@jasonwearsnogi5214 thanks. On the green slope I didn't feel as much need, but the wind did make me tear up a bit. Will see what fits over my glasses

[@blurglide]

For an on-piste carving ski, it's hard to beat traditional camber, deep sidecut, and less than ~80mm underfoot.

[@StompItTutorials]

True it ain't beating that on carving performance.

[@satanicjesus]

5:20 the nutcracker

[@surferguy837]

"I would like to have them" says every skier ever

[@alber_rs6]

Aren’t these all-mountain skis? Can you ski powder with them?

[@LoloThomas]

Looks like a good pair of skis tbh, I would love to try them! Btw your videos are super cool and I learned a lot, thanks 😄🤘

[@SaschaReichertVideoBlog]

What size did you try them ? And how tall are you ?? Thanks for help. Nice Review 🙏🏽

[@costasavva9162]

What are these beautiful videos Filmed on I just can’t😍😍

[@roryedwards2811]

Filmed on Sony ;)

[@sarakajira]

They seem ungainly. "Who is this ski for?" Seems like a really good question for these skis. Personally, I'd like to see more twin tip skis that are symmetrical but also fat enough to handle powder well. Like, a powder/park ski that could truly handle skiing switch in the powder and on the steeps.

[@wyattrogers8689]

it is definitely not a park ski

[@bentehuizinga9471]

Hit my first ever jump yesterday! It was on stiff carving skies though, so that was not perfect. Could you make a video on skies for beginner freestylers?

[@clayton7757]

Bente Huizinga Look for twin tips that are fairly soft and are about as tall or a little shorter than you are. You also have to figure out whether you want an all mountain freestyle ski or a pure park ski.

[@clayton7757]

Blister reviews and Newschoolers both have very in depth reviews on most skis that have come out if you want specific information.

[@James-rj7lb]

The last video before corona lol

[@zach.225]

I’m curious, how would the handle in pow?

[@flavioc5389]

Could you please test a new Full Tilt boot, preferably the "Classic PRO"? Thanks and keep up with the good work!

[@jmanswat2457]

With such huge shovels how'd they do off piste? They seen like they could be a carver/powder ski. Review the blackops sender ti!

[@agenthex]

I have the Salamon BBR's which is very similar design ("hammerhead" shape, short radius), and they're decent off piste. The big head helps keep the tips up, but overall it's still a compromise. Does off-piste better than any narrow carver, and does piste better than any fat ski. I think a good ski design for people who can carve but also venture off-piste, and don't want to switch equipment.

[@agenthex]

​@huhhman They'd be hooky if the tips/tails were similar width. That's partly why these and the BBR's are made with much larger tips than tails. That creates a geometry where the tails are pretty square instead of shaped from above. Also people who can't handle some degree of edge engagement probably shouldn't be skiing off piste anyway.

[@andrewdiamond2697]

I just can't get over the look of the tail of the ski. I'd be really nervous riding switch on them.

[@realpiestar5317]

I don’t have snowpark in my country or anywhere near I live so that’s kinda sad I would love to be in snowpark even if once in my life time . Hopefully I will manage to go in one . Till then I’ll keep watching your videos ❤️ . ( sometimes once in a year in winter I make small ramps and try basic tricks of them 360s 180s )

[@mackbaker796]

you shouldn't have tested it in the park, its not meant for that.... it's a all mountain ski test it on steep, flat, bumpy, glades terrain. just because like makes park skis doesn't mean this one is a park ski. ; )

[@mackbaker796]

LINE****

[@roryedwards2811]

All mountain means everywhere... that includes park

[@JanniBunny78]

I wish I could have a little bit of your smoothness...

[@rouge-eastskier202]

Can someone could help me out it would be great I’m looking at armada arv 96,Icelandic pioneer 96 and nomad 95 I’m not sure what pair of skis I want to get I like skiing all mountain but I am getting into the park I ski the east coast if the US. If someone could give me a little advice I would be super grateful.

[@McJuanjohnHernandez]

I am skier from South Korea. and I am an instructor who is planing to go Japan for ski trip. I am looking for one all mountain carving ski just like Line Blade. but seems like Black crows mirus cor also could be an option which one is better? *I stay most of the time in Korea and ski abroad once a year no powder in Korea only packed on piste and ice and slushy in spring

[@transilvaniak8485]

Why do these guys follow the same stupid trend with the bad designs and same dull colors? Finally the apparel is constant into interesting colors, and skis go back into bleack... grey and crappy shades... Skiing is fun, and the colors used ar as dull as reading a stupid newspaper is.

[@ScottyInVancouver]

Love to see more ski reviews video possible🥺 I'm wondering if you have recommendations for just pure carving ski ? Like narrow . Currently I have 76FX Salomon but love to hear your feedback

[@dobbsmovies]

Thanks for the review. I can’t wait to try these. I have Nordica enforcer 100s right now that just don’t initiate tight enough turns for me. But I like the width.

[@matejcermak6714]

Nice video, will you do more videos like this?

[@kitschmaster]

Cool, but am sticking with the Wunderstick from LIBtech... :) nothing beats the magne-traction on ice.

[@desmondc3000]

Have the Wrecks and Wunderstick. Great skiis.

[@johnreyn19]

Exellent photography in the park jumps. Amazing shots!

[@roryedwards2811]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@GG-bv4ou]

The question is: how durable are they?

[@johndiazdearce6102]

Any chance you’ve reviewed the Head Kore X series I have the 90x personally

[@jamesoscar1481]

both your drone and follow shots are so good in this bid.

[@roryedwards2811]

Thanks dude!

[@alainbrouillaud484]

Jens have you ever skied on the Dupraz D2 skis?? www.dupraz-snow.com

[@Wanderlust073]

The video footage gets better and better, just need to wear a mic. Hard to hear you some times, very muffled.

[@roryedwards2811]

Thanks dude! Jens actually is wearing a mic, we use a mic for all of our videos, sorry if its a little muffled, we will work on making the audio better in the future!

[@erinreoch9259]

hey, stomp it can you please make a vid on cork five-forty. I have been struggling with it and would love some help.

[@onur6396]

Hard to find ice ? Last week i went to ski for 3 days , nothing but ice and bumbs

[@AriesTheRam91]

I know I'm nowhere near your guy's skill level but I am striving for I hope you all are safefrom this illness and it would literally make my year seeing a comment from you on my latest ski video ♥️

[@gamerNorge]

Why am i watching this, im riding a snowboard for fuck sakes

[@thisoledad1946]

Have you skied the Mirus Cor black Crows?

[@dermarm6928]

So this Ski seemed like an Allrounder, good at the park, slope and beside the slope. Maybe you can look at things the Ski are not good with.

[@StompItTutorials]

They work in the park but they are not good at it and should not be used on rails and boxes. Maybe I should have been more clear on that. Lastly they are not suitable as your 1 and only ski!

[@dermarm6928]

@@StompItTutorials Alright, thanks!

[@XIII1013]

how do they perform in icy and hardpacked conditions?

[@lfbarba7240]

Do you know where to get them in Switzerland?

[@joeyenniss9099]

you can order them probably, they located in the states however.

[@nicholash8021]

Jens, what you asked for at the end of this video is close to the k2 Sights: Measure (Tip/Waist/Tail): 116/88/110 mm; Turning radius: 19.50 m Weight: 1929 gram (179 cm). Boot center is 3.5cm behind true center.

[@WaechterDerNacht]

Just bought new boots (K2 Mindbender 130) and Skis (Line Sir Francis Bacon). Next step another pair of skis, probably Stöckli GS. Just something for some days with non-freestyle/powderish friends onthe slopes and maybe some racing...

[@AriesTheRam91]

You gotta be the coolest dude and the smoothest skier ever bro your sick I strive to ski like u man love what u do would love if u gave me some pointers on one of my vids

[@leomit5o]

Can you compare the Line Honeybadger (2021), the Faction CT 2.0 (2021) and K2 sight(2021)?

[@craigfrazee902]

What size was tested in this video? Maybe I missed it?

[@jasonverbarg9790]

LOVE your content!!!! How would these perform in tight chutes that are in the shade and icy?

[@StompItTutorials]

I dont think thats perfect for this ski.

[@nymmaful]

Found this ski to be a bit floppy at speed. Interesting shape and design, but pushing them to moderate or high speeds made them feel a bit lacking in stability.

[@UnluckyLeprechaunMan]

How does this ski compare to the Rossignol Black Ops Holyshreds/98's? I've been considering those, but these seem to fit my needs quite well too

[@hentenanders3912]

there is a guy who makes skis around where I live (here is a link to his website www.fullsendskico.com/customs-skis), he makes wide skis with full twin tip and tight turning radios. I can not speak for all sizes but at least the 104mm has a tight turning radios.

[@AlexQMcDonnell]

The way you shot the tricks with the camera following right beside you was so cool!

[@roryedwards2811]

;)

[@miikkamakipaa]

Hi! Can you please do a review of the Armada Strangers? Would really like to see them in action, thanks! 😎

[@luuxii]

No playing in the ski lift, balls forward and skis on track, as I have to keep on saying to the local youngsters

[@Nussibuur]

Who could this ski be for? A skiinstructor who also likes freeriding and going into the park. Are you tallking about me😅

[@Narrativesss]

does somebody know what are his daily skis for the park? pleasee

[@StompItTutorials]

Bentchetler 100

[@Narrativesss]

Stomp It Tutorials Thanks and Im thinking about buying skis not to much expensive that I can still enjoy turning and have speed but go to the park, what are your best personnal choice?

[@Reiderize]

@stompittutorials, if you want a more well-rounded directional ski at the 100m underfoot - checkout the Blizzard Rustler 10's. Great one-ski quiver

[@fergusallen1213]

Hey, could you guys do a video on how to make progression easier because I don’t know where to go from 3s butters and mutes.

[@MattesW]

Do you think they would be good in some Powder, Like Not dumping much but a descent amount?

[@dalewier9735]

Someone help me out ... I have not been sking for more than 10 years. I lived in Colorado and went At least 40 and as much as 50 days for 5 seasons starting about 15 years ago. I weigh 231 lbs. (About 104.5 kg). 6 foot tall. I use U.S. size 12 eee Nikes tennis shoes and hiking boots. If you were buying an aggressive mogal ski and boots today what would you buy if cost did not matter and also if the cost DID matter. (don't mind buying last year's model if it is good ). I find that most suggestions I get are from guys that are 5'9"- 5'11", weigh 145lbs - 175lbs., DON'T ski a lot of bumps, and DO a lot of trix. You see the problem. If it helps Mary Jane is my fav. area of all (on a weekday, almost never a lift line and the best bumps) thanks.

[@ianholmquist8492]

If you have never tried a bump ski and don't do a ton of moguls, you will hate a mogul ski. Just ski bumps on whatever you like to do tricks on and you will be way happier.

[@juggalohorror313]

You're a cool cat. Great video and sweet tricks. Huge inspiration to me. I like whatever reviews you do.

[@johnhood8674]

Check out the Line Skis Sir Francis Bacon. I think you would like them

[@zoomski819]

Can you test the K2 Reckoner 122 they are really good powder skis

[@thomascorcoran8279]

Line took a race ski and marketed it to park skiers in a cool way so they would buy it.

[@fireblackjack]

From what brand is your yellow jacket? I'm looking for a new one myself.

[@teamtoes3875]

Can you review the new ski shoes that you strap onto your boots and it's like you're ice skating?

[@sbalaoui]

Great review, I like your green & black jacket what brand is it from?

[@jeffspicoli2643]

Great review! Why I waited so long... Oh, DUDE you freakin! RIP! Soooo smooth! I really enjoyed watching you crush on these skis! Thanks!

[@jarrodbaker9446]

Have you tried the Nordica Enforcers?? thoughts?

[@dkdisisdd3048]

Due fan kungens kung på skidor👑

[@plasterbrick2011]

Volant machete is and forever will be the craziest skis ever!

[@harryburbury3137]

Are you still sponsored by atomic?

[@StompItTutorials]

I´m not sponsored by them like a normal athlete. 12 videos this winter was and outside of that Im free to ski, review or do whatever I want.

[@harryburbury3137]

Ok thanks

[@DJFRITTZ]

How would they hold up vs the K2 Mindbender?

[@ScrattleGG]

Hmm. I feel like skis are the one thing I won't ever buy. I but all other equipment but skis are so much harder to transport and get worn a lot more. Am I wrong here?

[@andrewfiore8926]

They will last you years.

[@relay9461]

ScrattleGG buying skis is the best thing you can do if you’re a good skier and intend on skiing every season. saves money and gets rid of the possibility of getting shitty skis at rentals. also much better feeling

[@jessehulshoff96]

There already is a wide twintip with a short radios, the line chronic 2020, 95mm wide with a 16m radius. I will receive them Saturday 😁

[@jessehulshoff96]

Radius*

[@LonestarPaul]

Very interesting. Thank you.

[@Survival-on-land-or-sea]

How does this compare to the Sakana? I have the Sakana and love them for off piste. I'm looking for something playful for when it's a groomer day.

[@michaelpoublon9707]

Nate Doggett if you’re looking for something playful from line, the entire sick day lineup is a good choice in my opinion

[@tilioforeign]

Jens could you please do a more direct comparison between the blades and the BC100 which looks like your daily driver? Interested in any big differences in flex

[@StompItTutorials]

They are seriously different. Watch the review I made on top 3 allmountain skis and you'll get a feeling for it.

[@normalizedaudio2481]

Once you try wool, you never go back.

[@tomaszhewelt4394]

I'd love to see a review of Nordica Enforcer 88 or Head Kore 87 !

[@nanakeyks]

I'm 93kg, if the Blade had existed 2 years ago I'd have bought that instead of my TW Pro's

[@djamz4479]

Team Volkyl! but nice review.

[@thelass98]

Feels really similar to the Venturi 95 in the old head heli series

[@TG-pd3ft]

Love the 180 on the button lift. Ice cold my brother

[@andrewbaines7604]

You should do a video on tricks you can do on ski lift/button tow/T-bars

[@jackb8393]

very interesting concept! i like the idea of 100mm wide twin tips with more of an emphasis on carving, e.i. a short turn radius

[@travis_scotch1454]

bruuuuh as a german schwoong had me dying 🤣

[@FaetalEU]

Please do a review on the volkl mantra m5's or revolt 86's ♥

[@DrPommels]

how are they in the bumps???

[@oscardobson-brown9189]

recently asymmetrical surfboards became quite trendy. I wonder if asymmetrical skis/snowboards will be a thig soon as well

[@LonestarPaul]

Asymetrical alpine surfs were the shiznit 25 years ago already ;(

[@johnhood8674]

Oh also thanks for all these videos. They are awesome!

[@andrelopesvasques9035]

Hello! Very nice work and perfect tutorials, keep it up! Im 1,73 cm and more of an expert level, do you recommend the 169 or the 177? Not only for these, but i have the same doubt about other pair i like witch is versatile too, the fsher ranger 94 fr... what do you think? Thank you a lot!

[@dermarm6928]

im not a professor but since you are really good at skiing, i do not think that 4cm length difference will matter, i would recommend the 177cm skis. Only my opinion.

[@ediblepigeon9124]

Ski edit at the start was nice

[@Wet_woofer]

I have the Line sick day 94 and they’re great

[@clintsmitheman6512]

Tested the Blades at Mammoth a few weeks ago (hard pack mostly) and I was super unimpressed. Out of 17 pairs of skis that I tested ("All Mountains with waists in the 80's to 90's). I rate the Blades about the 3rd worse on super hard pack. They were unpredictable when they lost edge hold . . . as in the tails kept sliding out when you carved too hard. And there were only a couple of other skis that I found with that unfortunate characteristic. On the other hand I found the Sick Day's were fun, and the edge hold was predictable. I use the same two runs (ungroomed black Diamond and easy groomed intermediate) for testing. For edge hold and carving capability I did a run with the Rossignol Hero Ti Plus . . . . . which no surprise had by far the best grip and quickness of the bunch.

[@Polychromophilia]

I don’t get the point of this ski at all. If all you care about is carving performance, get race skis like the Rossi Heros (can confirm, they are freaking ice skates). There are already plenty of conventional 90mm+ all mountain skis that will still carve hard on boilerplate (e.g. Volkl Mantra). From your description, this seems like the worst of both worlds.

[@MickeyGSinger]

Would you review the K2 244 ?😀