I ski in the Tahoe area and nearly exclusively on groomers. Is this ski too narrow for this application? I was thinking of a two ski quiver with this and the DPS 100 C2.
No! Definitely not too narrow. If anything, this is an excellent width for a western frontside ski. You don't need a race-narrow ski out there are your groomed slopes are typically packed powder, rather than the icier conditions we often get here in the east. I think that would be an excellent two ski quiver for a Tahoe skier who spends most time on groomers.
Hi guys, I really enjoyed this review, same as for all the others. I'm currently in the market for a new all mountain ski, which will mostly be used for improving my carving technique at higher speeds. Nevertheless, it should be playful enough to go off piste with shorter turns or even some switching from time to time. I am 5 11" with 185 and would consider myself an almost expert skier who wants to improve different techniques and on different terrains. Currently, I am torn between the Brahma 82, Divus and Head Kore 87. Do you have any recommendations for the model and length, even if it is a completely different model?
If you're planning on some off-piste, I'd say you could narrow focus to Divus and Kore. Brahma is fantastic on-trail but is kind of one-dimensional in that regard. The Divus is more damp and planted than the Kore, which is very light and stiff. I'd say the Divus offers more of an upside for skiers like yourself who are looking for a mix of high-speed carving with shorter turns and off-piste performance. In that low 80's range, I'd also add the Rossignol Experience 82Ti and the Armada Declivity 82 Ti. Between those, you're in a very good zone, with more right than wrong with any of those models.
How does the Divus ski compared to the Orb? My main ski is Volkl SL. I picked up a pair of Rustler 9 last season and find them fun and easy for bumps and trees, they lack the foredbody I am used to so you can't lay into the front when carving; they have a very small, underfoot sweetspot for the edge. So, I am looking for a ski that is fun and easy in bumps and trees but still can carve. The Orb and Kendo both seem possible, but I am wondering if the Orb is too stiff for bumps/trees and maybe the Divus is a better fit.
Divus feels lighter and quicker, but not as strong as the Orb, that's by big takeaway. Orb does feel a little stronger in the forebody than the Rustler 9 you have. It could be a handful in bumps at times, but the Kendo wouldn't be much easier. Divus would be a little quicker, but potentially catchy in softer snow just due to the width. Based on your feedback on the Rustler, I think the Orb would be a cool ski for you. Feels like it matches what you're looking really well. I do think Divus could work too, especially if you wanted something a touch more forgiving and/or if you don't get that much soft snow. Hope that helps!
Okay, last attempt . Currently, I ski almost everything on Dynastar Mythic 87 with pin bindings. On hard groomers the ski is not that comfortable. If I want a ski and compare it with the Dynastar which ski should I choose, the Divus or the Vertis? Thank you in advance.
I'd say the Vertis is a bit closer of a comparison. That said, I'd rather ski the Divus on hard groomers as it has the metal laminate that adds to grip and dampness.
I’m 6”, 186lbs advanced athletic skier. Would you recommend 177 or 182? And would this compare to a Rossignol Experience ti 82? Thanks a lot and great review!
Hi Jeff, great review as always. I got my all mountain ski rustler 9 after watch your test, love it. Try to upgrade my narrower (around 80mm ) side of ski for on-piste, mogul, trees in west coast, like to enjoy the playful ride, not a super crazy fan for carving, what would you recommend from Divus, experience 82 Ti, Brahma 82 and Deacon 80? Thank you.
Of those on your list, the Divus makes a lot of sense. It's quick, agile, grippy and fun. The other skis on your list are great, but all seem a bit more business-like when it comes to performance. I'd lean to Divus.
So I am looking for a carvy maybe max 82mm ski for on-piste, mogul, trees in west coast, like to enjoy the playful ride. 5'7" 156 lbs, upgrading from a X Wing Tornado 178 which was an awesome ski. Thanks!
Hey Jeff. Love your review. I have the black crows camox for freeride and touring and the Atomic redster tr. Do you think that the divus could replace my atomic tr? I like to carve but the tr is too narrow and I'm always bringing both skis with me. Is it stable at high speed? I like the radius on these. Thanks
Thanks! It's a bit light for full-on stability at speed, but other than that it has a lot of positives. On the more stout and stable side, the Blizzard Brahma 82 is a great option in that width. Have fun! SE
Hey Jeff, Nice review, as usual. Can you give your thoughts between this ski and a Head Kore 87? They seem similar in their design goals. I’m looking to replace a pair of Head iSpeeds with something a bit more versatile. Thank you.
You are correct. Both are supremely agile and quick for most frontside/all-mountain applications. The Divus is even a bit more maneuverable, but isn't quite as stiff as the Kore. If you're looking for a great blend of stiff flex and light weight, the Kore is the way to go, but if you want some flex and versatility to the mix, I'd go Divus. Have fun! SE
Hi, I have the Volkl Mantra M6 2022 and I have a really good ski level and I'm looking for a better ski for the resort or when it hasn't snowed for a while. I want to be able to quick turn and carve on hard packed snow, or frozen snow. But also to be able to go a bit between trees if I want to, is this the ski I need ? How does it compare to the dictator 1.0 from Faction ? thanks !
The Divus is quite a bit quieter than the Faction, which has that metallic ping to it. The Divus does not, resulting in a smoother, albeit less energetic, ride. If you're looking for pop and snap, the Faction has the camber and metal to really rebound from one turn to the next, but it doesn't feel as refined as the Black Crows. I'd also rather take the Divus into the woods due to the slightly flatter profile. Have fun! SE
Fantastic review, informative as usual. Can you compare with Salomon Stance 84 and Armada Declivity 82 Ti for an East Coast All Mountain skier? Thanks in advance
There's a lot more quickness, stiffness, and grip with the Declivity and its two sheets of metal. Divus has a partial layer, and it's very quick and agile, but the Armada just feels like a more solid ski overall. The Stance is friendlier, easier to use, and a bit more versatile, but if you're looking for performance, especially on ice, the Armada is the way to go.
Hey guys; how would you compare these to the Armada Declivity 82TI? Looking for something precise but fun and forgiving; skiing on the side of the trail, moguls and through the trees. Thanks!
The Divus is a bit quicker and more agile while the Declivity leans on more metal to make for a damper and smoother feel. I'd rather ski Divus in bumps and trees while Declivity is a stronger on-trail carver at speed. Both/either will be great for a variety of conditions and terrain.
Divus is narrower and with H-shaped titanal laminate. There's a straighter cut to it as well, so it operates better at longer turns while still being very quick from edge to edge. The Vertis is a bit more simplistic in its build, but still is a very snappy and versatile carver. It's a bit wider, so it handles adverse conditions with more confidence. If you're on firmer snow and want more edge grip, go with the Divus, but for more well-rounded and less aggressive skiing, the Vertis is awesome.
The Divus is the only one with metal, and it's slightly narrower, so it does have more of a front side mentality to it from a dampness perspective. The Octo and the Vertis (Octo basically replaces Vertis) are more poppy and snappy with more camber and zest. The Divus can hold an edge a bit better at speed while the other two skis are happier at moderate speeds and in mid-range turn shapes and styles.
Very different feel overall. The Divus is very, very quick from edge to edge but lacks some of the power that the 96 Black creates. I think that stronger and heavier skiers will gravitate to the Ripstick while lighter skiers who are looking for more agility in a carve will appreciate the Divus.
I have last years' model. I'm glad they're black. I might never find these if I do a yard sale.
I ski in the Tahoe area and nearly exclusively on groomers. Is this ski too narrow for this application? I was thinking of a two ski quiver with this and the DPS 100 C2.
No! Definitely not too narrow. If anything, this is an excellent width for a western frontside ski. You don't need a race-narrow ski out there are your groomed slopes are typically packed powder, rather than the icier conditions we often get here in the east. I think that would be an excellent two ski quiver for a Tahoe skier who spends most time on groomers.
Hi guys, I really enjoyed this review, same as for all the others. I'm currently in the market for a new all mountain ski, which will mostly be used for improving my carving technique at higher speeds. Nevertheless, it should be playful enough to go off piste with shorter turns or even some switching from time to time. I am 5 11" with 185 and would consider myself an almost expert skier who wants to improve different techniques and on different terrains. Currently, I am torn between the Brahma 82, Divus and Head Kore 87. Do you have any recommendations for the model and length, even if it is a completely different model?
If you're planning on some off-piste, I'd say you could narrow focus to Divus and Kore. Brahma is fantastic on-trail but is kind of one-dimensional in that regard. The Divus is more damp and planted than the Kore, which is very light and stiff. I'd say the Divus offers more of an upside for skiers like yourself who are looking for a mix of high-speed carving with shorter turns and off-piste performance. In that low 80's range, I'd also add the Rossignol Experience 82Ti and the Armada Declivity 82 Ti. Between those, you're in a very good zone, with more right than wrong with any of those models.
Hi guys, truly appreciate all the work you put in these videos!
What size would you recommend for aggressive skier. 174cm 75kg?
Thanks!
I'd go with the 172 in that ski. Have fun!
SE
How does the Divus ski compared to the Orb? My main ski is Volkl SL. I picked up a pair of Rustler 9 last season and find them fun and easy for bumps and trees, they lack the foredbody I am used to so you can't lay into the front when carving; they have a very small, underfoot sweetspot for the edge. So, I am looking for a ski that is fun and easy in bumps and trees but still can carve. The Orb and Kendo both seem possible, but I am wondering if the Orb is too stiff for bumps/trees and maybe the Divus is a better fit.
Divus feels lighter and quicker, but not as strong as the Orb, that's by big takeaway. Orb does feel a little stronger in the forebody than the Rustler 9 you have. It could be a handful in bumps at times, but the Kendo wouldn't be much easier. Divus would be a little quicker, but potentially catchy in softer snow just due to the width. Based on your feedback on the Rustler, I think the Orb would be a cool ski for you. Feels like it matches what you're looking really well. I do think Divus could work too, especially if you wanted something a touch more forgiving and/or if you don't get that much soft snow. Hope that helps!
Okay, last attempt . Currently, I ski almost everything on Dynastar Mythic 87 with pin bindings. On hard groomers the ski is not that comfortable. If I want a ski and compare it with the Dynastar which ski should I choose, the Divus or the Vertis? Thank you in advance.
I'd say the Vertis is a bit closer of a comparison. That said, I'd rather ski the Divus on hard groomers as it has the metal laminate that adds to grip and dampness.
I’m 6”, 186lbs advanced athletic skier. Would you recommend 177 or 182?
And would this compare to a Rossignol Experience ti 82?
Thanks a lot and great review!
I'd go with the 182--they're pretty quick and agile. The Rossignol is more stout, and in that ski, you could go with the 178.
Hi Jeff, great review as always. I got my all mountain ski rustler 9 after watch your test, love it. Try to upgrade my narrower (around 80mm ) side of ski for on-piste, mogul, trees in west coast, like to enjoy the playful ride, not a super crazy fan for carving, what would you recommend from Divus, experience 82 Ti, Brahma 82 and Deacon 80? Thank you.
Of those on your list, the Divus makes a lot of sense. It's quick, agile, grippy and fun. The other skis on your list are great, but all seem a bit more business-like when it comes to performance. I'd lean to Divus.
So I am looking for a carvy maybe max 82mm ski for on-piste, mogul, trees in west coast, like to enjoy the playful ride. 5'7" 156 lbs, upgrading from a X Wing Tornado 178 which was an awesome ski. Thanks!
Hey Jeff. Love your review. I have the black crows camox for freeride and touring and the Atomic redster tr. Do you think that the divus could replace my atomic tr? I like to carve but the tr is too narrow and I'm always bringing both skis with me. Is it stable at high speed? I like the radius on these. Thanks
Thanks!
It's a bit light for full-on stability at speed, but other than that it has a lot of positives. On the more stout and stable side, the Blizzard Brahma 82 is a great option in that width. Have fun!
SE
Hey Jeff,
Nice review, as usual.
Can you give your thoughts between this ski and a Head Kore 87?
They seem similar in their design goals.
I’m looking to replace a pair of Head iSpeeds with something a bit more versatile.
Thank you.
You are correct. Both are supremely agile and quick for most frontside/all-mountain applications. The Divus is even a bit more maneuverable, but isn't quite as stiff as the Kore. If you're looking for a great blend of stiff flex and light weight, the Kore is the way to go, but if you want some flex and versatility to the mix, I'd go Divus. Have fun!
SE
Hi, I have the Volkl Mantra M6 2022 and I have a really good ski level and I'm looking for a better ski for the resort or when it hasn't snowed for a while. I want to be able to quick turn and carve on hard packed snow, or frozen snow. But also to be able to go a bit between trees if I want to, is this the ski I need ? How does it compare to the dictator 1.0 from Faction ?
thanks !
The Divus is quite a bit quieter than the Faction, which has that metallic ping to it. The Divus does not, resulting in a smoother, albeit less energetic, ride. If you're looking for pop and snap, the Faction has the camber and metal to really rebound from one turn to the next, but it doesn't feel as refined as the Black Crows. I'd also rather take the Divus into the woods due to the slightly flatter profile. Have fun!
SE
Fantastic review, informative as usual. Can you compare with Salomon Stance 84 and Armada Declivity 82 Ti for an East Coast All Mountain skier? Thanks in advance
There's a lot more quickness, stiffness, and grip with the Declivity and its two sheets of metal. Divus has a partial layer, and it's very quick and agile, but the Armada just feels like a more solid ski overall. The Stance is friendlier, easier to use, and a bit more versatile, but if you're looking for performance, especially on ice, the Armada is the way to go.
Hey guys; how would you compare these to the Armada Declivity 82TI? Looking for something precise but fun and forgiving; skiing on the side of the trail, moguls and through the trees. Thanks!
The Divus is a bit quicker and more agile while the Declivity leans on more metal to make for a damper and smoother feel. I'd rather ski Divus in bumps and trees while Declivity is a stronger on-trail carver at speed. Both/either will be great for a variety of conditions and terrain.
Hello, what is the difference between the Vertis and Divus lines ? :) TY !
Divus is narrower and with H-shaped titanal laminate. There's a straighter cut to it as well, so it operates better at longer turns while still being very quick from edge to edge. The Vertis is a bit more simplistic in its build, but still is a very snappy and versatile carver. It's a bit wider, so it handles adverse conditions with more confidence. If you're on firmer snow and want more edge grip, go with the Divus, but for more well-rounded and less aggressive skiing, the Vertis is awesome.
How does this compare to the new Octo and to the Vertis?
The Divus is the only one with metal, and it's slightly narrower, so it does have more of a front side mentality to it from a dampness perspective. The Octo and the Vertis (Octo basically replaces Vertis) are more poppy and snappy with more camber and zest. The Divus can hold an edge a bit better at speed while the other two skis are happier at moderate speeds and in mid-range turn shapes and styles.
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Carving... Divus versus Elan black
Very different feel overall. The Divus is very, very quick from edge to edge but lacks some of the power that the 96 Black creates. I think that stronger and heavier skiers will gravitate to the Ripstick while lighter skiers who are looking for more agility in a carve will appreciate the Divus.