The Blizzard Rustler 9 with Atomic Strive 13 GW Demo bindings is a versatile all-mountain ripper designed for intermediate to expert skiers who want a playful, energetic daily driver that crushes everything from groomers to bumps to chop with confidence-inspiring performance. Featuring Blizzard's innovative FluxForm construction and TrueBlend Freeride woodcore, this ski delivers a perfect balance of power and playfulness - more composure and edge hold than typical playful skis, yet nimble and lively enough to make light work of slashing features and getting air, paired with Atomic's ultra-low-profile demo bindings for exceptional power transmission.
 
Condition: 1 small nick on ski topside
 
Key Features of the Ski:
Target Audience: Intermediate to expert skiers seeking a versatile daily driver that handles everything the mountain throws at them with nimble, predictable, fun performance
Performance: Described as one of the best all-rounders in the industry
Construction: FluxForm All Mountain - two pieces of Titanal run the length of the ski on either side and taper toward extremities, combined with separate Titanal plate underfoot for precise edge grip and dampening while allowing tips and tails to flex freely
TrueBlend Freeride Woodcore: Uniquely balanced blend of Beech, Poplar, and Paulownia woods tailored to performance needs, creating lightweight yet high-performance core with perfect flex for backcountry requirements
Rocker Profile: Rocker-Camber-Rocker with rockered tip and tail, camber underfoot—rockered tips/tails provide float and easy turn initiation, camber guarantees edge grip on packed snow
Shape: Significant rocker profile with larger tip splay than most in category, tapered tips for smooth suspension and freeride exploring
Feel: Playful, energetic, lively, yet stable and confidence-inspiring
Versatility: Perfect for chundery, choppy, icy days when it's not blower conditions
One-Ski Quiver Candidate: Can handle bumps, groomers, trees, moguls, powder, and everything in between with equal competence
Length: 180 cm
 
Key Features of the Bindings:
Revolutionary Demo Binding: Atomic Strive 13 GW Demo features game-changing LDN (Low, Direct, Neutral) toe design
DIN Range: 4-13 (High DIN), suitable for strong intermediate to expert skiers
Ultra-Low Profile: Revolutionary low stand height (21mm toe, minimal delta) identical to retail version - radically enhances power, control, and response by allowing true ski characteristics to shine through
GripWalk (GW) Compatible: Fully compatible with both Alpine (ISO 5355) and GripWalk (ISO 23223) boot soles with automatic toe adaptation
Demo Adjustability: Tool-free length adjustment (30mm adjustment range, 253-376mm total) allows easy sharing and boot size changes while maintaining retail-level performance
LDN Toe Technology: Low center of gravity places binding closer to ski for better next-to-snow feel and direct power transmission
SCP Slider Pedal: Anti-friction system guarantees safe and consistent release
Exceptional Elastic Travel: 45mm of elastic travel keeps you in the binding until you really need out - industry-leading retention
Lightweight Design: Significantly lighter than previous demo bindings (over 300g lighter than Warden 13 Demo) while maintaining strength
Wide Platform: Strong power transfer and edge-to-edge response while allowing natural ski flex
Elevated Self-Retracting Brakes: Eliminate hang-ups on switch landings and rough terrain
 
Performance Summary: The Blizzard Rustler 9 with Atomic Strive 13 GW Demo is designed for skiers who want an everyday ski for whatever throws their way - a ski that makes most skiers very happy by covering everything between race skis and weightless touring skis with confidence. It excels for skiers who want crisp and precise performance on firm snow with rocker-camber-rocker design, nimble performance in bumps and tight spaces with more than decent fresh snow capability, a playful and energetic feel that slashes features and gets air while maintaining stability, and a balanced daily driver that lights up on chundery, choppy, and icy days. The Strive 13 Demo bindings are a perfect match. They provide demo convenience without the traditional stack height penalty, delivering exceptional power transmission that complements the Rustler's balanced character. This is a shop favorite and top-tested ski year after year for good reason - it's incredibly fun all over the mountain, versatile enough to be a one-ski quiver for the right skier, and delivers that perfect sweet spot of playfulness with power that keeps you whooping with joy from first chair to last.