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Blizzard Anomaly 88 vs K2 Mindbender 89Ti
Mindbender carves tighter on groomers.
Worked out for a 90 kg skier.
Side by side
TAIL 110 mm (est.)WAIST 88 mm (est.)TIP 128 mm (est.)
Solid line: Blizzard Anomaly 88, 176 cm
Dashed line: K2 Mindbender 89Ti, 176 cm
Calculated for 90 kg on groomedsnow. Shaded rows are the model; “est.” marks numbers the maker does not publish.
- Blizzard Anomaly 88all-mountain
image © Blizzard - K2 Mindbender 89Tiall-mountain
image © K2
- Length compared
- Blizzard Anomaly 88176 cm
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti176 cm
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Tip / waist / tail
- Blizzard Anomaly 88128est. / 88est. / 110est. mm
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti130 / 89 / 114 mm
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Sidecut radius
- Blizzard Anomaly 8816.5 m
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti15.6 mest.
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Carve radius at 30° edge
- Blizzard Anomaly 8814.3 m
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti13.5 m
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Carve radius at 45° edge
- Blizzard Anomaly 8811.7 m
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti11 m
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Edge hold on firm snow
- Blizzard Anomaly 88Holds well (100%)tail holds, under holds, tip holds
- K2 Mindbender 89TiHolds well (100%)tail holds, under holds, tip holds
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Edge hold by ability
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- First-timer: slides (19%)
- Beginner: slides (41%)
- Intermediate: on the limit (70%), assumed level
- Advanced: holds well (95%)
- Expert: holds well (100%)
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti
- First-timer: slides (19%)
- Beginner: slides (41%)
- Intermediate: on the limit (70%), assumed level
- Advanced: holds well (95%)
- Expert: holds well (100%)
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Float in soft snow
- Blizzard Anomaly 88Sinks (41%)
- K2 Mindbender 89TiSinks (43%)
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Construction
- Blizzard Anomaly 88Trueblend All Mountain Wood…
- K2 Mindbender 89TiAspen Veneer
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Notes
- Blizzard Anomaly 88Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates.
- K2 Mindbender 89TiBuilt from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates.
- Blizzard Anomaly 88
- Sources
- Blizzard Anomaly 88Anomaly 88 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (derived from the 182 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Anomaly 88 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (read 9 Oct 2026); Blizzard product page: anomaly-94-2 (read 9 Oct 2026)
- K2 Mindbender 89TiK2 Mindbender 89Ti (2026) product page (read 9 Oct 2026); K2 Mindbender 89Ti Women's Skis 2026 | K2 Skis and K2 Snowboarding (read 13 Oct 2026); Sport Conrad product page (third-party) (read 15 Oct 2026)
| Measure | Blizzard Anomaly 88all-mountain | K2 Mindbender 89Tiall-mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Length compared | 176 cm | 176 cm |
| Tip / waist / tail | 128est. / 88est. / 110est. mm | 130 / 89 / 114 mm |
| Sidecut radius | 16.5 m | 15.6 mest. |
| Carve radius at 30° edge | 14.3 m | 13.5 m |
| Carve radius at 45° edge | 11.7 m | 11 m |
| Edge hold on firm snow | Holds well (100%)tail holds, under holds, tip holds | Holds well (100%)tail holds, under holds, tip holds |
| Edge hold by ability |
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| Float in soft snow | Sinks (41%) | Sinks (43%) |
| Construction | Trueblend All Mountain Wood… | Aspen Veneer |
| Notes | Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates. | Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates. |
| Sources | Anomaly 88 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (derived from the 182 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Anomaly 88 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (read 9 Oct 2026); Blizzard product page: anomaly-94-2 (read 9 Oct 2026) | K2 Mindbender 89Ti (2026) product page (read 9 Oct 2026); K2 Mindbender 89Ti Women's Skis 2026 | K2 Skis and K2 Snowboarding (read 13 Oct 2026); Sport Conrad product page (third-party) (read 15 Oct 2026) |
How they differ
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti turns 0.8 m tighter than Blizzard Anomaly 88.
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti is about the same as Blizzard Anomaly 88.
- K2 Mindbender 89Ti floats 2 points more than Blizzard Anomaly 88.
Turn shape and pressure
Turn shape from above
Pressure along the ski
| Ski | Tail | Underfoot | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid line: Blizzard Anomaly 88 | 5% | 83% | 12% |
| Dashed line: K2 Mindbender 89Ti | 5% | 82% | 13% |
Which one for which skier
- 70 kg, intermediate, on groomers
Blizzard Anomaly 88 fits better than K2 Mindbender 89Ti.
- Blizzard Anomaly 88: Carve radius about 13 m at 30° edge and 10.6 m at 45° (170 cm)
- Blizzard Anomaly 88: 1 tester within 10 kg of you rated its edge grip well
- 90 kg, advanced, all over the mountain
Blizzard Anomaly 88 fits better than K2 Mindbender 89Ti.
- Blizzard Anomaly 88: Carve radius about 14.3 m at 30° edge and 11.7 m at 45° (176 cm)
- Blizzard Anomaly 88: Built from 8 reviews, 0 by testers within 10 kg of you
- 110 kg, expert, off-piste in soft snow
Blizzard Anomaly 88 fits better than K2 Mindbender 89Ti.
- Blizzard Anomaly 88: Carve radius about 16.5 m at 30° edge and 13.4 m at 45° (188 cm)
- Blizzard Anomaly 88: Built from 8 reviews, 0 by testers within 10 kg of you
What reviewers say
Blizzard Anomaly 88
Reviews from Skipass (opens in a new tab)
Community score (a reader’s own test, counted for less than an editor’s)
Blizzard Anomaly 88: Simply stiff ski
gappgapp · 17 Mar 2026 · 176 cm tested
Reviewed as the 2025 model.
The tester rated the ski 5/10. While offering exceptional and durable edge hold on hardpack and ice, the ski felt overly rigid and punishing. Turn exits lack energetic rebound, and driving the tips forcefully risks catching and pitching forward, forcing a rearward stance to release and maneuver. Off-piste float requires back-seat balance as well. Suited mainly for powerful skiers who prefer very stiff planks for wide carving turns on moderate groomers.
“le ski est très rigide.” (gappgapp)
Why this one: Tester weighs 80 kg, within 10 kg of you.
Read the full review (opens in a new tab)Community score (a reader’s own test, counted for less than an editor’s)
Review of the Blizzard Anomaly 88
Sebmatstaps73 · 7 Jan 2026 · 182 cm tested
Reviewed as the 2025 model.
The tester gave the ski an 8/10, praising its blend of user-friendliness, efficiency, and versatility. Testing in hardpack, icy mornings, and soft afternoon snow, he appreciated its solid edge hold and great high-speed stability without demanding excessive aggression. It effortlessly held lines in both short and wide carved turns. His main drawback was the high retail price.
“Le Blizzard Anomaly 88 ne bouge pas.” (Sebmatstaps73)
Why this one: Tester weighs 83 kg, within 10 kg of you.
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K2 Mindbender 89Ti
From video
2026 K2 Mindbender 89Ti - SkiEssentials Ski Test Review
SkiEssentials · 8 Aug 2025 · 170 cm tested
Reviewed as the 2026 model.
The reviewer presents the K2 Mindbender 89Ti for 2026, examining its Titanal Y-Beam layout, flex, and rocker profile. He notes that while it sits in the popular category of ~90mm metal-laminate all-mountain skis, it differentiates itself with a looser tail and enhanced freeride maneuverability. This design allows it to excel in moguls and tight trees while retaining solid high-speed stability and edge grip on groomed snow.
Why this one: Tester weight not stated.
Watch on YouTube from 7:00 (opens in a new tab)From video
2025 K2 Mindbender 89 Ti - SkiEssentials.com Ski Test Review
SkiEssentials · 17 Sept 2024 · 182 cm tested
Reviewed as the 2025 model.
The K2 Mindbender 89Ti returns with unchanged construction and fresh graphics. It excels as an energized frontside carver with a tight turn radius and energetic tail finish. While capable of slipping into bumps or trees and pivoting off groomers, its stiff tail and punchy rebound make it best suited for advanced to expert skiers who can harness its power on firm snow.
Why this one: Tester weight not stated.
Watch on YouTube from 4:05 (opens in a new tab)
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