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Nordica Enforcer 89 vs Blizzard Rustler 9
Rustler carves tighter on groomers and floats.
Worked out for a 90 kg skier.
Side by side
Calculated for 90 kg on groomed snow. Shaded rows are the model; “est.” marks numbers the maker does not publish.
- Nordica Enforcer 89all-mountain
image © Nordica - Blizzard Rustler 9freeride
image © Blizzard
- Length compared
- Nordica Enforcer 89173 cm
- Blizzard Rustler 9174 cm
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Tip / waist / tail
- Nordica Enforcer 89120est. / 89est. / 108est. mm
- Blizzard Rustler 9132est. / 96est. / 121est. mm
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Sidecut radius
- Nordica Enforcer 8917.0 m
- Blizzard Rustler 916.0 m
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Carve radius at 30° edge
- Nordica Enforcer 8914.7 m
- Blizzard Rustler 913.9 m
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Carve radius at 45° edge
- Nordica Enforcer 8912 m
- Blizzard Rustler 911.3 m
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Edge hold on firm snow
- Nordica Enforcer 89Holds well (100%)tail holds, under holds, tip holds
- Blizzard Rustler 9Holds well (97%)tail marginal, under holds, tip holds
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Edge hold by ability
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- First-timer: slides (19%)
- Beginner: slides (41%)
- Intermediate: on the limit (70%), assumed level
- Advanced: holds well (95%)
- Expert: holds well (100%)
- Blizzard Rustler 9
- First-timer: slides (18%)
- Beginner: slides (39%)
- Intermediate: on the limit (68%), assumed level
- Advanced: holds well (92%)
- Expert: holds well (97%)
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Float in soft snow
- Nordica Enforcer 89Sinks (43%)
- Blizzard Rustler 9Some float (61%)
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Construction
- Nordica Enforcer 89Performance Wood · 2 metal
- Blizzard Rustler 9beech and poplar – two wood…
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Notes
- Nordica Enforcer 89Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates.
- Blizzard Rustler 9Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates.
- Nordica Enforcer 89
- Sources
- Nordica Enforcer 89Enforcer 89 - Nordica - Skis and Boots – Official website (derived from the 167 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Enforcer 89 - Nordica - Skis and Boots – Official website (read 9 Oct 2026); Nordica product page: enforcer-94-flat (read 9 Oct 2026)
- Blizzard Rustler 9Rustler 9 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (derived from the 180 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Rustler 9 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (read 9 Oct 2026); Blizzard product page: rustler-9 (read 9 Oct 2026)
| Measure | Nordica Enforcer 89all-mountain | Blizzard Rustler 9freeride |
|---|---|---|
| Length compared | 173 cm | 174 cm |
| Tip / waist / tail | 120est. / 89est. / 108est. mm | 132est. / 96est. / 121est. mm |
| Sidecut radius | 17.0 m | 16.0 m |
| Carve radius at 30° edge | 14.7 m | 13.9 m |
| Carve radius at 45° edge | 12 m | 11.3 m |
| Edge hold on firm snow | Holds well (100%)tail holds, under holds, tip holds | Holds well (97%)tail marginal, under holds, tip holds |
| Edge hold by ability |
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| Float in soft snow | Sinks (43%) | Some float (61%) |
| Construction | Performance Wood · 2 metal | beech and poplar – two wood… |
| Notes | Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates. | Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates. |
| Sources | Enforcer 89 - Nordica - Skis and Boots – Official website (derived from the 167 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Enforcer 89 - Nordica - Skis and Boots – Official website (read 9 Oct 2026); Nordica product page: enforcer-94-flat (read 9 Oct 2026) | Rustler 9 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (derived from the 180 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Rustler 9 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (read 9 Oct 2026); Blizzard product page: rustler-9 (read 9 Oct 2026) |
How they differ
- Blizzard Rustler 9 turns 0.8 m tighter than Nordica Enforcer 89.
- Blizzard Rustler 9 holds 3 points less than Nordica Enforcer 89.
- Blizzard Rustler 9 floats 18 points more than Nordica Enforcer 89.
Turn shape and pressure
Turn shape from above
Pressure along the ski
| Ski | Tail | Underfoot | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid line: Nordica Enforcer 89 | 6% | 82% | 12% |
| Dashed line: Blizzard Rustler 9 | 4% | 84% | 12% |
Which one for which skier
- 70 kg, intermediate, on groomers
Blizzard Rustler 9 fits better than Nordica Enforcer 89.
- Blizzard Rustler 9: Carve radius about 13.9 m at 30° edge and 11.3 m at 45° (174 cm)
- Blizzard Rustler 9: Built from 2 reviews, 0 by testers within 10 kg of you
- 90 kg, advanced, all over the mountain
Blizzard Rustler 9 fits better than Nordica Enforcer 89.
- Blizzard Rustler 9: Carve radius about 13.9 m at 30° edge and 11.3 m at 45° (174 cm)
- Blizzard Rustler 9: Built from 2 reviews, 0 by testers within 10 kg of you
- 110 kg, expert, off-piste in soft snow
Blizzard Rustler 9 fits better than Nordica Enforcer 89.
- Blizzard Rustler 9: Carve radius about 13.9 m at 30° edge and 11.3 m at 45° (174 cm)
- Blizzard Rustler 9: Built from 2 reviews, 0 by testers within 10 kg of you
What reviewers say
Nordica Enforcer 89
2025 Nordica Enforcer 89 Ski Review
Bob St.Pierre · 26 June 2024 · 185 cm tested
Nordica updates the Enforcer 89 with subtle construction adjustments, including tweaked metal width and a slightly advanced mount point. It remains a demanding, powerful, and heavy ski designed around exceptional groomer carving and high-speed stability. The stiff tail requires active technique and strength, punishing passive skiers on bulletproof snow. Away from groomed runs, it easily blasts through chop and crud, though it feels demanding and lacks true playfulness in bumps and tight trees.
“Enforcer 89 absolutely crushes this zone.” (Bob St.Pierre)
Why this one: Tester weight not stated.
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Blizzard Rustler 9
2024 BLIZZARD RUSTLER 9 SKI REVIEW
Bob St. Pierre, Jeff Neagle, Matt McGinnis · 17 Apr 2023
The redesigned Blizzard Rustler 9 features a TrueBlend core, tailored FluxForm metal laminates, and an updated profile with extended rocker and tail splay. Widened to 96 mm underfoot, it delivers confident edge grip and smooth carving on groomers while remaining agile in bumps and tight trees. Though slightly softer longitudinally and not exceptionally springy for park use, it excels across diverse conditions, offering intuitive maneuverability and dependable float off-piste.
“it still manages to fit into that slot of being super-versatile, insanely fun” (Bob St. Pierre, Jeff Neagle, Matt McGinnis)
Why this one: Tester weight not stated.
Read the full review (opens in a new tab)Rustler 9 - Realskiers
The redesigned Blizzard Rustler 9 marks a major leap in capability, positioning itself near the top of the all-mountain class. It retains an approachable, easy-to-steer feel with excellent forgiveness, while delivering notable power on edge. Capable of switching seamlessly between carving and sliding turns, it offers exceptional balance across turn shapes, flex, varied snow conditions, and resort speeds.
“A great all-terrain ski has to be able to smear or carve on command”
Why this one: Tester weight not stated.
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Where to buy
Nordica Enforcer 89
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Blizzard Rustler 9
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