2025 Blizzard Anomaly 88 Ski Review with SkiEssentials.com

I think i am gonna get these, i need a no snow, boiler plate ripper. Also, Bob"s calves! Holy shit!

“I don’t own too many directional skis in this category…” 🤣

How does it compare to the Kendo 88?

Anomoly 102 or R10?

Seems like a cross between a toned down Brahma or stronger Rustler. Always thought a Rustler 8 was coming if they kept the Brahma.
So...... Enforcer 89 comparo beckons big time, even more than a Kendo.

I demoed the Anom 88 against the Volkl Mantra (Kendo) 88; K2 Mindbender 89Ti; and Rossignol Arcade 88 in March. I expected the Anomaly to blow me away; it was just kind of dead. The MB89Ti and especially the Kendo skied with way more energy and edge hold.

The 'BRUSTLER'!
That's good stuff right there for us ski aficionados.

My guess is that I would probably love that ski.. I would probably use it in the same conditions that I use my 2016 Stormrider 88s.. It did look like you all got on and off your edges faster than I do with my Stormriders.. With that being said I might be able to ski those early season.. I am kind of thinking about getting some old Lasers or maybe even some Monteros for early season..

I was thinking about upgrading my MB90Ti to the MB89Ti until seeing this review. Now what?

Can't wait to see the Rustlers, if they were a car, they'd be the Subaru WRX of skis

The beginning sounded like a hostage video. Like Austrian gangsters working for the Tecnica cartel were off camera with guns. "No, we swear we like the Anomaly. Promise!"

Thanks for the review- I've owned 2 prior Brahma's, last one a 2019 in 180cm length and looking to get the anomaly 88 this year. 5'10" and 200lbs, advanced west coast skier looking for on-piste/crud performance- would you recommend 176 or 182 in length?

Great video as always! In watching the Blizzard Product Manager describe the layup the construction looks very similar to the Rustlers. Is there a construction difference between the two (wood core) maybe? Or is it truly just a shaping difference between Anomaly vs Rustler?

I’m looking to replace my old Stormrider 88s with a narrower ski that’s more stable when skiing faster through variable conditions all over the mountain, but not as punishing as the Brahma, which I thought was too much ski for a daily driver (to be used on lower snow days out west). These seem just about perfect?

Guys, I love that you’ve added a “comparisons” section at the end. Contrasting a given ski against the comparable skis in its class is the most helpful way to understand what the ski does. If anything, it would be great to spend even more time doing it!

where is my last comment?

Well that was unexpected. Except the weight. I knew they'd be at least the same as the Brahma in comparable length. I owned a 21/22 red Brahma and still own a 22/23. As well as a Kendo 88 amongst others. I'm actually a bit obsessed with 88's and am on one at least 90% of any given season.

I thought Blizzard softening up the tails on the last iteration of the red Brahma was a good move (ie '23 vs '21 model) because that tail was unnecessarily stiff (IMO) especially when compared to the rest of the ski's flex. And whenever I am asked about the Brahma I still say the same thing: "the tail is very 'present'". So it's very interesting to see the tail rocker on the Anomaly. I definitely think this was an aspect they could have compromised on the Brahma for more off piste potential and they did it.

What you guys said about turn radius was interesting. The Brahma carves longer than what is printed on the tails. If I was blindfolded I'd say the 177 was 19m and certainly not 16m. The interesting part is that you guys felt the Anomaly carved tighter and with more variance than the Brahma while being a longitudinally stiffer ski with a marginally straighter sidecut.

Folks often ask about the Enforcer 89 in comparison. I've never got on wth the shape of Enforcers as I much prefer a traditional (rear biased) mount and I have no need for all that shovel off the snow like the Enforcer has. I had heard the Anomalys had a more progressive mount point than the Brahmas/Bonafide. Any advice on that?

Do you have a weight for the 176 cm yet? Thanks

I would say that this ski made Jeff, Bob and Matt all ski better. Matt especially was railing those turns.

Bought one last pair of Bonafides from you all back in April , but keeping my eyes on these for an addition here soon. So am always interested in getting more info on these. Love the content.

88 and 84 have the same stiffness? I have k2 super charger and looking for something so hard charging with high speed carving abilities, but more versatile in soft pist conditions.

How does this compare to a SR88 for on piste and crud / chopped up snow. Many thanks as always for amazing videos

i live in salt lake area, would i find this as the best all mountain ski i could buy, im 5'11 190 lbs advanced, but 73 years old

You guys do such a great job with these.

Thank you!!!

Heya, I'm a Euroskier, have been skiing for 25 years now, and am enjoying carving a lot. I've mainly skied on Head supershape e-magnums the last few years, but now I also wanna start tackling the deeper snow off-piste whenever possible - which isn't that often in the alps. 😅
So I'm looking for an all mountain ski which I can still use to carve, which helps me on soft snow (I'm mainly skiing late season, and in the afternoon groomers are always ripped apart), but which I can also use for the occasional off-piste adventure. Last year I had a Rossi Experience 86 Basalt rental and really loved it (despite it feeling almost too light for my tastes), which might also have been due to it being made to work best for moderate speeds. :)

This Anomaly 88 now looks like what I'm looking for, but I'm also wondering if the Kendo/Mantra 88 will be something for me...? There seem to be a small number of people for whom the Anomaly felt unexiting, but the Kendo felt great. On the other hand, if I understand you correctly the Anomaly is the better ski off-piste?

Thanks for your great work! I'm 60 years old, 177 cm and 172 lb at advanced level, still pretty strong legs but has lost some quickness with age. Have been on Kendo 90 18/19 177cm the last years and looking for something more all round and less demanding in moguls and off piste. Have tried Faction Dancer 2.0 which a really liked, less planky but still enough grip. I was also surprised with Rustler 9's capacity. But I think Anomaly will be my new choice. Probably 88 but with length should I go for? 170 or 176?

Hi, I'm 184cm/6ft and consider myself an advanced skier, but more frontside and carving focused, though I want to use this to hop off piste as well when possible (skiing in the European alps)

Would you recommend I take 176 or 182 here?

Hey guys, just like Jeff, I intend to become one of the coolest dude on my mountain next winter as I want to add to my Blizzard quiver this Anomaly 88. 😊😊Last winter I bought the new Rustlers 10 which I absolutely love. I’m 1.74M tall so I chose the 174cm length.
I’m wondering if I should go 170cm or 176cm on the Anomaly. I’ m 67 years old but I’m still quite agressive on those babies. What would you suggest ?

Hi. I live in Australia, which has similar snow to east coast. How would you compare this to the Elan Wingman 86 CTi. Strong intermediate low advanced skier. Which would be less demanding

Great review!! Question: Which ski is replacing the Bonafide ? Or the closest to the Bonafide performance?

A great video as always. 57yrs old, 6ft/194lbs currently skiing a 180cm Brahma from 16/17 and Head Supershape Titan 170cm from 17/18. Like the increased versatility of the anomaly88. Would you recommend 176 or 182cm? Also looking at getting Rustler 9 in a 180cm. Binding Recommendations for both the A88 and R9? Many thanks.

The guy with the red jacket is one strong skier, he is really using that ski the right way speed and turn shape. 👏👍

5'8 163 lbs. I like to ski everything. Advanced to expert skier. I prioritize stability and speed, should I go with the 170 or 176. I have always skied longer skis then suggested but I am leaning towards the 170. What are your thoughts?

You guys talk about this ski with such excitement .... you shouldn't be doing that, it will make a lot of people run to the stores and buy them right away. there will be nothing there left for me :))

Love your knowlegable reviews that really go beyond the marketing blurbs.
Want to buy the Anomaly 88 and not sure what size previosly skied Brahma in 180 and enforcer 88 in 179 and loved them both as they pushed me as a skier (in a good way) should I go 177 or 182 in anomaly?

Hi guys, amazing review you’ve really nailed it again this time.

I’m an intermediate going on advanced skier in Europe. I’ve got 2 questions for you or any experts in the comments: at 6‘1, 188 lbs what length should I get? And, what bindings do you recommend?

Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, thanks for all the great ski reviews, I appreciate the time and effort you put into these.

I am 6 feet 175 lbs, 72 years old, advanced skier. Used to ski Stowe some 35 years ago but now ski Whistler. Looking for an all mountain, do everything ski with both carving ability, stability, and probably most importantly ease of short turns off piste. I have a Head 68 mm carver, and a DPS powder fat ski.

Would the Anomaly 88 at 170 be a good choice? Seems like it would but could you recommend any other skis in that category that might be a bit more forgiving and lean towards slower speed, short turn off piste capability. I am also thinking about the Head 85X. Thanks for any advice you can provide - John, North Vancouver, British Columbia

Great review, I wish I could walk into your shop and talk with you in person. I’m skiing on a pair of Rossignal Experience 83 (168 cm length). I ski mainly groomers. I am 5’6” and 140 lbs. I am very fit but the years keep adding up and I’ll be 70 this year. In your opinion is the Anomaly 88 a bit too much of a ski for someone my size and age? I know the Black Pearl is primarily a woman’s ski but I’m wondering if it might be a better fit.

Great review, I wish I could walk into your shop and talk with you in person. I’m skiing on a pair of Rossignal Experience 83 (168 cm length). I ski mainly groomers. I am 5’6” and 140 lbs. I am very fit but the years keep adding up and I’ll be 70 this year. In your opinion is the Anomaly 88 a bit too much of a ski for someone my size and age? I know the Black Pearl is primarily a woman’s ski but I’m wondering if it might be a better fit.

I currently own the Serpo and Deacon 84. Thinking about replacing the Deacon with something as strong but more versatile. I like the Serpo and want to keep as an easy going option, but add something that is strong like the Deacon but also a no-brainer to bring out west. Would the Anomaly 88 work for this application?

6'3, 235lbs, advanced - would you recommend 182 or 188cm?

This might be the best video y'all have made!

You mentioned that the declivity 92ti is a quite different ski. What are the differences between the anomaly 88 and declivity 92? Thanks and great vid!

Would you pick those anomaly 88 or maverick 88 ti? I mostly ski on-piste

Are those Griffons? How are the bindings set up for 'Bob's best carves'? Specifically the toe-heel height delta. Did the factory recommended any particular binding and/or delta set up? Awesome upload! Agreed about carve quality!

Is it too stiff for an advanced intermediate 150lbs 5’8”? Would you go Anomoly 94 or 88?