One of your best videos so far! I really liked the addition of Matt to the on-snow discussion, and it felt like there was a fun vibe in the making of this one. Please keep doing more of these kinds of reviews... Ranger 102?... Rustler 10?...

Great video! You guys are always so thorough in your reviews and tests. Your videos were a big part of why I bought a pair of Enforcer 94s two years ago. Keep up the great work!

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! That was a fun one to make and a good conversation to have.

What an awesome review on ski length . its confirmed a big question for me as im getting older , Thank you , Great work as always !!

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

I’m 6’0”, 205lbs, age 65 and skied the 172 Enforcer 94 extensively in last season in Jackson Hole. I’m normally on 177-179s . I found them to be versatile, powerful, and confidence inspiring all-mountain skis. At my age I like the shorter turn radius for bumps and steeps. The limitation is probably speed in wide open terrain but they are certainly fast enough for me!

@Theman26642

7 ай бұрын

Damn I’m 5’9” and looking at the 179cm. Last skis were 172cm and felt really short

@MrDrewtube222

7 ай бұрын

@@Theman26642 I guess it depends what you are doing on the ski. This is the ski/length I would use on the steeps, bumps, chutes etc. For carving/on piste I would go with the 179.

My favorite review you've done. Keep it up!

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Great review!! My new motto is going to be ,”you don’t need to size up to access performance “. My brother in law has some brand new Enforcer 104’s and a condo in Fernie! I see Enforcers of some type in my future!

Great video with excellent footage as always! You could really see the difference in the way you all skied on the different lengths. As someone who skied an Enforcer 88 in a 186 for almost 3 seasons, I can say now looking back that I should have bought a 179. That shorter length would have been perfect 90% of the time.

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

It's all about percentages!

Great review guys, I really enjoyed it!!!! I have a 2019 Nordica Enforcer 94 in 184 length, I'm 67 and I still love skiing fast, Sierras and Rockies mostly , but I think my next ski will have to be lighter, quicker, more playful and shorter in a mid 90 width as I need to have all mountain versatility. Your reviews over the years have been great, thank you.

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Fun video! Thanks for sharing

Well done you three. So much good footage! Thanks for skier/length stamping. Lots of snow out there. Bone dry here in Minnesota. I listened to a podcast the other day with Ted Ligety as a guest. Not surprised when he stated that 93cm was optimum for a daily driver. So many great choices in the low to mid 90's range. I can't see myself dropping to a 179 in this ski. I'm just not a bump aficionado any more. The 186 would be perfect.

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Well if it's good for Ted... Hope you get some snow in MN!

I am 165cm tall and weigh 140 lbs.and currently ski the 172 cm Enforcer 94 In NE I mostly ski Loon and Sunday River. I work in the ski industry and have skied Enforcers since Nordica introduced the model. I had the 100 when I was living in SLC as my everyday driver at Alta.

Really enjoyed the chairlift banter, reminds me of sharing rides with my ski buddies and comparing skis. I still ride the old 2016 Volkl Kendo 90 underfoot 177 length, which I really love. Sharing a lift ride with you guys would be fun, but might be a bit difficult seeing as I live in Australia haha.

@pranavmalavalli5582

7 ай бұрын

I also ride the old 90 underfoot kendos, I love them for the hardpack carving days

I concur... this is a great format. Do more videos like this. Smart to make use of the time of the chair and talk about length differences. I used to ski longer skis, but now my skis (except my dedicated deep powder skis) are all 172-179cm length. I am 6 foot 190 pounds. Shorter skis are great up to about 55 mph. But I hardly ever ski that fast anymore. And the shorter length, especially with a heavyish ski like the Enforcer 94, offers a sense of nimbleness in the trees and bumps.

@simongloutnez589

7 ай бұрын

Even I (5f10, 205 pounds) that likes to go fast, 179 is more than I need in 95% of the times. Its like unless im in steep and tight terrain or there are too many people on the slopes I have to slow down... sounds plenty powerful for me 😂 It works in moghuls and trees, but they are too demanding and I have to acknowledge I didnt notice how much bumps runs I seek out before getting enforcers 😂

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Stability at speed is more impressive when you're in a purely carved turn vs. on a straight away trying to max out mph. This is the most impressive part of the Enforcer 94, in my mind--total control and confidence in a mid-radius pure arc.

Amazing video. You guys are awesome.

@SkiEssentials

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

This was an awesome deep dive! Just bought (from you guys) a pair of these for my son. Psyched to see how he did on them. 172 sounds perfect for his one ski quiver.

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Nice! Amazing how well the ski performs at any length, but especially the shorter ones!

@Nosnhojyerffej

7 ай бұрын

@@SkiEssentials keep up the good work! Have you seen the ski review reaction guy 😂 he loves your videos!

I demoed the 94 at copper a couple of years ago in a 179. I liked them but appreciated my 186 line prophet 90's after getting back on them the next day. I like the stability of the longer ski when you really start to throttle them up. That's why I chose a 186 with my enforcer 100's. I'm 5-10 190lbs advanced skier 58years old. I have also been skiing a 190 ski since I was 16 years old. Will probably shorten up my skies the day I feel they are too much to handle

I’m 5’9 180. Got the 179cm and very pleased. Skis absolutely rip on groomers and handle crud/powder pretty well. Felt I could’ve gone longer but still happy. Highly recommend them.

@SkiEssentials

5 ай бұрын

Nice! Very strong skis for sure!

Thats the best format

I just picked up my enforcer 88s at 186cm. I’m 6’0, 210lbs and an aggressive advanced skier. It was a tough decision between the 179s and 186s but since I mostly ski on piste I figured the 186s would challenge me more and be more fun on the groomers. After listening to Matt talk about the 186s on trail I think I made the correct decision.

@lassivaatamoinen5468

7 ай бұрын

Just for contrast, with same reasoning, I picked the 179 in Enforcer 88. For groomers-only ski, I myself would look elsewhere, something narrower.

I'm 6-0" 205lb 40 y/o and I ski the enforcer 94 in 186 cm. I ski 90% on Piste, and occasionally duck into the trees with my son(slower speeds). I'm in love with these Skis, the top end threshold hasn't been hit on the skis. The stability and dampness seems limitless. I will say at really slow speeds, especially early in the season getting my ski legs again, I'm prone to a few embarrassing flops way under 10 miles an hour. I attribute that to the weight and torsional stiffness (and mostly my clumsiness)

@csmith0244

5 ай бұрын

I ski the 88 in a 186. Same age and same skiing basically with my son. In 6-2 225 and reading the last part cracks me up because I find myself doing that at the beginning of the season too.

Hi guys, great review. Two years ago, after watching your reviews, I bought enforcers 93. Here in Europe not many people even heard about those skis. I am 173 cm and bought 177 enforcer 93. I feel great on them skiing mainly in Italy or Austria but after watching this review I ask myself, if should went with shorter skis

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

This is a great format, especially for skis that haven't changed since you last talked about them! I'm curious what skis have a similar waist width that you think have the exact opposite characteristics. I have a set of Enforcer 94s that I love for days where I'm up by myself, but everyone I ski with goes slow and prefers to bop around in the trees and bumps and I'm looking to round out my quiver with something more tree appropriate

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

You'll be getting either something lighter and more mobile or something with more of a twin tip. For directional skis, check out the Rossignol Sender 94 Ti, Elan Ripstick 96, or Head Kore 93. Twin Tip options include K2 Poacher, Blizzard Rustler 9, Line Chronic 94, or Liberty Origin 96.

Just for fun, it would now be interesting to see a comparison between the Santa Ana 93…179 and Enforcer 94…179, to see how the differences in construction affect the ride.

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Yes, great point! Especially with our fondness for the Unleashed/Santa Ana build, this makes good sense. We don't normally see a Santa Ana 93 demo in a 179--that may be a limiting factor.

@guspachio4977

7 ай бұрын

@@SkiEssentials Exactly! And, too bad you don’t have a 179 as a demo, but I get it. I would have interest in buying a Santa Ana 93 or 104 in a 179, but I would really like to see a guy’s perspective on them first. Maybe a neutral top sheet would help too, but no biggie. I appreciate the reply, and I’m really liking the feedback videos as you are testing the skis. Keep up the great work!

New Nordica Enforcer is coming next year. This is a great video to promote the current version. If you willing to wait I would hold until the new version is coming next year.

@matthewdumas6475

3 ай бұрын

wait for what? A green and black top sheet? LOL

@whoisthe1412

3 ай бұрын

@@matthewdumas6475 brand new ski with construction and profile for 2025 dumb dumb.

That was fantastic! How do you think the 94 or 88 compare to something like a Head E rally in terms of carving?

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

It's a different world. The Rally is far quicker edge to edge and more precise, so better from a traditional perspective as a carving ski. Skis like the Enforcer 94, however, allow for really deep trenches and high edge angles, with a little more smoothness. You definitely lose some precision, but it's one of those give/take scenarios.

I would love to hear your thoughts on comparing lengths like this with the Enforcer 88 and something like the declivity 92TI. The enforcer 94 vs the Declivity 92 would be a great comparison and would your thoughts change going down to the enforcer 88?

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

As an Enforcer 88 owner in the 186, I don't think I'd have as much success going to the 179. The reduction overall in mass from 94 to 88 is going to naturally take the sting of the length off a bit, and with narrower skis, having that extra length equates more to stability. Enforcer 94 vs. Declivity 92, the Enforcer has more substance to it while Declivity has more style. You can be more creative and playful with your turn shapes and styles on the Armada while the Enforcer is a bit more locked in to that powerful carve. Enforcer can do other things, it's just not as easy as in the Declivity.

Skiing in Sierra Cement, I find that 93/94 is perfect most days since we are a feast/famine type snow pattern (most of the time, famine). In a 4 ski quiver, Rustler 9 in a slightly longer length is good when snow is not as hard-packed. Pow day I'd get rid of the metal and up the underfoot, and groomer day is best on a sub-90 in a longer length (currently using MindBender 90). I really don't understand the Enforcer in 100+ and 88, IMHO. The Enforcer is made to be a mid-width ski that gets you through the day when the snow isn't fresh, and better in a slighter shorter length vs height/weight than conventional.

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

We've found, recently, that Enforcers ending in a 4 (94, 104 Free, and 104 Unlimited) are the sweet spots.

First of all.. You all had the Enforcer strut going on.. Taking over the mountain;)

@darinsmith2458

7 ай бұрын

I am in the market for this waist width ski.. I heard Bob talking about the Mantra 102 and I skied that ski and I really liked it and I was wondering if the M6 would be similar..

@darinsmith2458

7 ай бұрын

BRECK is my baby and my guess is that I would have the 179.. that is the length for my Enforcer 104 Free and I like that length.. only time i would size down would be early season when there are a ton of people and nowhere to ski...

@darinsmith2458

7 ай бұрын

Those 179 sound like my SR 177 where I need to go a certain speed for the skis to turn..

@darinsmith2458

7 ай бұрын

Moguls.. I like my skis to be flexible enough to absorb the moguls.. I don't ski a ton of moguls.. I will ski the moguls on the top of bowls just to get into the bowls.. Sometimes I need to ski moguls on the bottom of the bowls just to get to the lift.. Honestly if I were to get back into mogul skiing I would probably use some of the many straighter/narrower skis that I have.. I don't really see the newer skis that I bought as mogul skis.. I don't want to destroy my Stockli in moguls... That is for sure..

@darinsmith2458

7 ай бұрын

I would like to have an Enforcer day with you guys..

Hey guys, love this format! I’m still stuck on what to choose for the wider ski in my quiver for mainly Ontario groomers (low vertical, and the runs get chopped up by noon). Something in the 90’s? I’m looking for a ski with a surfy feel and maneuverable- able to cut through some crud and also zip around bumps, but a strong enough build to support me at 6’3 / 300lb. Probably a tall order, but hoping you could shed some light on that. The skis that look like they’d be ideal are: Enforcer, rustler, mindbender, kendo/mantra, maybe lightweight options like the sender, Kore and maverick? I currently have a firebird HRC 76 and a FIS slalom ski, but they are a handful on choppy/slushy days. Any advice would be appreciated!

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

I always feel like something in the dual-metal laminate family works best for larger/more powerful skiers. Enforcer 94 is a great choice--I do think Rustler and the lighter options may leave something to be desired. Mantra is a bit more precise than the Enforcer--I kind of like the Nordica better when it comes to tip to tail stability and power. Mid-90's is great and will offer you more of a distance between the HRC and whatever you end up with on the wider end. I'd narrow focus to the Mantra and the Enforcer 94. Of those, Mantra is a stronger carver while the Enforcer has some more versatility to it.

@kevinshaw9371

7 ай бұрын

that’s what my gut says too, thank you for confirming, thanks and keep those tips up!

Hi guys, thanks for the terrific content. Always find myself watching way too long! May I ask for some advice? I'm looking for my first set of skis. I'm an intermediate. Looking to perfect carves on groomers. However, living in Japan, there's always a chance for powder and off-piste - I just don't go looking for it but might graduate one day. Any suggestions on my first set of skis? I'm 176cm and 145 lbs. Length 160-170? Many many thanks!

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Something light and fun in the mid to upper 80's makes good sense for your stats and application. I'd take a square look at the Elan Ripstick 88--great carver that is light and floaty enough for when the snow flies. Armada Declivity 88C is another great choice, and if you're looking for something a bit more on-trail/carving oriented without losing too much all-mountain versatility, the Rossignol Experience 86 Basalt is another good choice.

@tristanwhitehead6029

7 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for the advice! Keep up the great content. Always a pleasure to learn from you and your team.@@SkiEssentials

Hi! I am a great fan. Also a very satisfied owner of enforcer 88 186cm. Do you know what is the base bevel of the skis you were skiing in this video? I have found that my enforcer 88 is much more manageble in technical terrain if i just put 1.5 base bevel on contact points of the camber in the tips and tails for about 10-15 cm towards the bindings. In this way tips and tails are slightly less reactive, but will hold on higher edge angles. Also, enforcers as very strong skies are friendlier if skied with boots that have more forward lean. Cheers

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Generally they come at 1, but totally get how the 1.5 opens it up to being more amenable to off-piste and adventurous skiing.

@MrVidakovic

7 ай бұрын

@@SkiEssentials its like you are extending rocker. So you do not need shorter lenght!

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

@@MrVidakovicInteresting!

I picked up a pair of the 94’s, rather than the 88, in 179 as a result of this! I do mostly on trail steeps but only a few times a year Vermont and with variable conditions the 94 seems great as “one-ski quiver” My question is about what bindings to put on. I typically like a lower height but have heard vague comments about downward pressure to the tips or some sort of that for the Enforcers. If I pass on a standard Marker, would an Attack 14 be better than a Pivot 14 or something comparable?

@SkiEssentials

4 ай бұрын

We pair these skis with Attack 14's all the time and they work great. Low height (which I can't really speak to the downward pressure theory), metal frame on the heel, and a static AFD all make for a reliable and high performance binding. The Pivot 15 is a better upgrade than the 14 since you move into the full metal toe housing here.

Would love your advice. 73 years old, 55 years skiing, advanced/expert. If I am honest with myself, I don't have the same thirst for speed, bumps, or trees that I once had. Spent the day at Timberline yesterday on a pair of 172 Enforcer 94s and liked them a lot, except for the weight. I'm 5'9", 178 lbs. I felt comfortable on all groomers and crud, a little less so in the bumps, but had a blast when the opened Magic Mile to 10-12" of untracked powder. So my question is, should I try a shorter length or a somewhat lighter, less demanding ski?

@SkiEssentials

4 ай бұрын

Maybe both? Try the shorter Enforcer--see if that scratches your itch. For slightly lighter skis in this range, the good news is that you have some options. Blizzard Rustler 9, Elan Ripstick 96, and slightly narrower, the Black Crows Serpo make a lot of sense.

If i plan on skiing in europe mostly on piste but also some off road, should i get the 88 or the 94 enforcer? Im 6'2 160lbs and an intermediate skiier, ive been renting for years and this could be my first pair

@SkiEssentials

6 ай бұрын

The 94 is just such an impressive carver, it's hard to justify going with the 88 and removing off-trail capabilities. I'd go 94 in the 179.

How do these compare to Kore 93 and QST 98?

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

The Kore is a slightly more direct comparison when it comes to performance in a carved turn, but weight-wise it's more similar to the QST. Kore delivers very strong edge grip and is very stiff and responsive. It's not quite as damp or powerful overall as the Enforcer, but for its weight, it does come pretty darn close. QST 98 is a lot more rockered and tapered, so while the on-trail performance is lacking compared to the 93 and 94, the off-trail versatility and powder flotation are far beyond Nordica or Head.

Hello all, I am 6’3 (190 cm) and 194 lbs (88kg). I have 15 years (1 week per year) of skiing experience as a 29 year old. I don’t have any trouble with black slopes. I ski mostly on piste, and sometimes a bit next to the slope. I have the nordica 130 speedmachine as boots. I am doubting about the Nordica enforcer 94 of 186 or 191 cm. I was thinking about pairing it with the tyrolia attack 14 bindings. Would the 186 or the 191 cm fit me better? Thanks in advance!

@SkiEssentials

5 ай бұрын

I think it's okay to go shorter in these skis, I'd roll with the 186 over the 191.

- Enforcer 88, Enforcer 94 or Unleashed 98 one ski quiver for the east coast. Pick ‘em?? Any rumor to an unleashed 88??

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

I love the Unleashed--it's going to be hard to talk me out of that one, even with the on-trail performance of the Enforcer skis. Here at Stowe, 98 works great most/all days, but I'd imagine in lower snow zones or ski areas with more groomers than not, the Enforcer (88 especially) would be a top pick. Are you starting rumors of an Unleashed 88? I haven't heard of it, but love the concept!

@christophermagnuson1270

7 ай бұрын

I am starting the rumor and maybe Nordica will listen.

I'm 169 cm tall and 85kg intermediate/advanced skier 42 years old. I'm going to Colorado on Febraury, what length you recommend for me ?

@SkiEssentials

6 ай бұрын

I'd go 165 unless you know you prefer longer skis.

Im between rustler 9 and declivity 92ti for 70% groomers and 30% moguls and bumps .. what is the best ski in your opinion?

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

There's a lot more activity and response in the Declivity. That makes it an excellent groomer ski. I think it's worth the slight hit in bump performance--Rustler makes it easier to maneuver in bumps, but I don't think it's necessarily a better performing mogul ski. I'd lean to the Armada.

These used to be my favourite skis, till I got the 88s....😊

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Ha! I've gone the other way. As a 100 and an 88 owner, I'd trade them both for a 94.

What boots are you using?

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Bob: Lange RS 130 Matt: Nordica Unlimited 130 Jeff: Nordica Speedmachine 130

@cristianb1710

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! I can t decide between boots and you guys seems to be big fans of nordica

oh no, blew by the slow sign

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

You mean the race gates?

Help! I’ve been looking at tens of different options for a new all mountain ski but can’t really settle on one… I’m an advanced to expert skier and enjoy carving and pushing the ski fast, at the same time I also like a playful and “jibby” style of skiing. Off piste I mainly have access to wooded and relatively narrow terrain typical of the western Italian alps. I’m looking for a pretty energetic and powerful ski that can grip on most kinds of snow on piste but is still nimble and playful on the side of the trail and off piste… I’d appreciate any tips! As of now the Risptick 96 caught my attention, not sure if black edition or normal. Qst 92, stance 96, declivity 92 ti, ranger 96 are also contenders. I’m 178 cm tall and around 80 kgs.

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

Sounds like you're looking for a QST 92 as I've found that ski to have an excellent blend of jibby style and responsiveness. It can really do a whole lot of different things at a high level, and while power may be on the lower end of the spectrum, especially when compared to a Stance or Declivity, overall, it's an amazing ski. I'd narrow focus to the QST and likely in the 176.

@Tazio_01

7 ай бұрын

@@SkiEssentials I appreciate you help! I ended up ordering the Declivity 92ti in size 172 after watching your review with Matt, it’s not as jibby as the QST 92 but I’d think the shorter size makes it still pretty nimble, would you agree?

@SkiEssentials

7 ай бұрын

@@Tazio_01 I think that's fine. It's a sturdy ski so no real need to reach.

@ricketyskireviews

Oh boy is this great. ❄️⛷ ski 💣