The Captis Birdie 23/24 from Black Crows is a ski designed to handle a variety of conditions on the mountain. At 166 cm it strikes a balance between stability at speed and nimble handling, making it a reliable choice for skiers who like to switch up their line from groomers to softer snow.
With a waist width of 90 mm, the Birdie has enough surface to float in lighter snow while still feeling quick edge to edge on firmer terrain. Weighing in at 1625 g per ski, it stays light underfoot, so you’re less likely to feel weighed down over a full day. The flat binding interface leaves room to fit your favorite bindings, giving you the freedom to set up the ski exactly how you like it.
The 17 m turn radius on the 166 cm model describes the size of the carved arc you’ll make when the ski is on edge—a middle ground that lets you link smooth medium turns or snap tighter ones when needed. The dimensions 127 / 90 / 113 mm refer to tip, waist and tail widths: a fuller tip and tail help keep you afloat in softer snow, while the narrower waist aids quick turn initiation and control.
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Black Crows says about the Captis Birdie 23/24
A very popular blackcrows ski, accessible and sensual. The combination of a very progressive flex and a long effective edge provides great manoeuvrability and grip at high speeds. With a freestyle-derived DNA, the progressive, softened flex makes it easy to progress, while the extended sidecut and long effective edge provide plenty of stability. Creativity for all on all types of terrain.