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Side by side

Calculated for 92 kg on groomed snow. Shaded rows are the model; “est.” marks numbers the maker does not publish.

• K2 Mindbender 89Tiall-mountain

  

• Blizzard Rustler 10freeride

  

Length compared

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  176 cm
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  174 cm

Tip / waist / tail

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  130 / 89 / 114 mm
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  134est. / 102est. / 123est. mm

Sidecut radius

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  15.6 mest.
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  16.5 m

Carve radius at 30° edge

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  13.5 m
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  14.3 m

Carve radius at 45° edge

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  11 m
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  11.7 m

Edge hold on firm snow

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  Holds well (100%)tail holds, under holds, tip holds
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  Holds well (97%)tail marginal, under holds, tip holds

Edge hold by ability

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  • First-timer: slides (19%)Slides19%
  • Beginner: slides (41%)Slides41%
  • Intermediate: on the limit (70%), assumed levelOn the limit70%
  • Advanced: holds well (95%)Holds well95%
  • Expert: holds well (100%)Holds well100%

  assumed intermediate: on the limit (70%)
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  • First-timer: slides (18%)Slides18%
  • Beginner: slides (39%)Slides39%
  • Intermediate: on the limit (68%), assumed levelOn the limit68%
  • Advanced: holds well (92%)Holds well92%
  • Expert: holds well (97%)Holds well97%

  assumed intermediate: on the limit (68%)

Float in soft snow

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  Sinks (43%)
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  Floats well (76%)

Construction

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  Aspen Veneer
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  beech and poplar – two wood…

Notes

• K2 Mindbender 89Ti
  Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates.
• Blizzard Rustler 10
  Built from published geometry; flex and camber are our estimates.

Sources

• 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 9 Oct 2026)
• Blizzard Rustler 10Rustler 10 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (derived from the 180 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Rustler 10 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (read 9 Oct 2026); Blizzard Rustler 10 (2026/27) product page (read 9 Oct 2026)

Calculated for 92 kg on groomed snow. Shaded rows are the model; “est.” marks numbers the maker does not publish.

Measure	K2 Mindbender 89Tiall-mountain	Blizzard Rustler 10freeride
Length compared	176 cm	174 cm
Tip / waist / tail	130 / 89 / 114 mm	134est. / 102est. / 123est. mm
Sidecut radius	15.6 mest.	16.5 m
Carve radius at 30° edge	13.5 m	14.3 m
Carve radius at 45° edge	11 m	11.7 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	First-timer: slides (19%)Slides19% Beginner: slides (41%)Slides41% Intermediate: on the limit (70%), assumed levelOn the limit70% Advanced: holds well (95%)Holds well95% Expert: holds well (100%)Holds well100% assumed intermediate: on the limit (70%)	First-timer: slides (18%)Slides18% Beginner: slides (39%)Slides39% Intermediate: on the limit (68%), assumed levelOn the limit68% Advanced: holds well (92%)Holds well92% Expert: holds well (97%)Holds well97% assumed intermediate: on the limit (68%)
Float in soft snow	Sinks (43%)	Floats well (76%)
Construction	Aspen Veneer	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	K2 Mindbender 89Ti (2026) product page (read 9 Oct 2026); K2 Mindbender 89Ti Women's Skis 2026 | K2 Skis and K2 Snowboarding (read 9 Oct 2026)	Rustler 10 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (derived from the 180 cm published dimensions) (read 9 Oct 2026); Rustler 10 | en | Blizzard Tecnica Global (read 9 Oct 2026); Blizzard Rustler 10 (2026/27) product page (read 9 Oct 2026)

• Blizzard Rustler 10 floats better than K2 Mindbender 89Ti
• K2 Mindbender 89Ti turns tighter than Blizzard Rustler 10 at 30° edge

Reviews from testers like you

• Mindbender 89 Ti - Realskiers

  The redesigned K2 Mindbender 89 Ti dramatically outperforms its predecessor thanks to an updated Titanal Y-Beam construction. Adding metal structure to the tip and tail yields quiet, secure edge hold on hard snow while preserving strong capability in off-piste conditions and fresh snow. It carves smooth, round arcs with notable power underfoot, proving versatile as an everyday resort ski.

  Why this one: Tester weight not stated.

  Read the full review (opens in a new tab)

• 2023 Blizzard Rustler 10

  The Blizzard Rustler 10 provides an accessible, forgiving off-piste experience. Metal underfoot creates baseline stability while softer, torsionally compliant tips and tails avoid catching on uneven terrain. Rather than locking into hard-snow carved arcs, it excels at pivoting, smearing, and navigating tight spaces like powder trees and variable conditions with minimal effort.

  “makes everything about off-trail skiing easier.”

  Why this one: Tester weight not stated.

  Read the full review (opens in a new tab)

• 2024 Blizzard Rustler 10

  180 cm tested

  The Blizzard Rustler 10 is highlighted as a remarkably balanced and versatile big-mountain ski. Reviewers note its smooth handling across varying snow textures from hardpack to broken powder. It demonstrates solid power and rebound when pushed, yet remains playful and comfortable in off-piste terrain and moguls. While highly skilled riders can use it as a daily driver, less aggressive skiers may find it best suited specifically for softer snow and crud.

  “light and playful, especially off-piste.”

  Why this one: Tester weight not stated.

  Read the full review (opens in a new tab)

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