The Blizzard B.THUNDERBIRD R15 PLUS+COMP 14 GW ski set is designed for advanced and expert skiers looking for a precise and stable on-piste ski on groomed snow. This set optimizes carving performance thanks to its Full Camber profile and titanal-reinforced sandwich construction, while featuring a Trueblend Piste core designed for reliable control and controlled power transfer.
Designed for unisex use, the Blizzard B.THUNDERBIRD R15 PLUS+COMP 14 GW Ski Set is aimed at advanced and expert alpine skiers seeking stability and precision on groomed slopes. This alpine ski pack combines a Trueblend Piste wood core with a double-layer titanal sandwich construction for controlled performance at high speeds. With its Full Camber profile and a 15-meter turning radius in the standard size, it’s optimized for medium to long turns with an aggressive carving style. The integrated COMP 14 GW binding rounds out a cohesive package designed to fully harness the ski’s performance on groomed snow.
The Blizzard B.THUNDERBIRD R15 PLUS+COMP 14 GW ski pack falls into the alpine ski pack category and stands out for its decidedly piste-oriented design. Designed for advanced and expert skiers, it is described as a high-performance piste ski offering excellent stability and precise carving ability on groomed terrain. This clear on-piste focus allows for a primary use in deep turns, taking advantage of the 15-meter turning radius of the standard length and sidecuts engineered for firm edge grip. The 175-size model, available in BLACK/IRIDESCENT, is part of the WINTER 2027 collection for those seeking a modern ski that is visually understated yet technically sophisticated.
At the heart of this model, the Trueblend Piste wood core—made of beech and poplar—plays a central role in the ski’s performance. Its design combines a stiffer flex zone underfoot for stability and grip with softer zones at the tip and tail to facilitate entering and exiting turns. This flex design allows for precise control throughout the turn, which is particularly appreciated when carving on groomed snow. The Trueblend Piste structure is thus designed to offer balanced maneuverability while maintaining the feel of a high-performance piste ski for medium to long turns.
The Sandwich Compound Sidewall construction, combined with a double layer of Titanal, gives the Blizzard B.THUNDERBIRD R15 PLUS+COMP 14 GW ski set the longitudinal stiffness and torsional rigidity suited for expert-level skiers. The double-layer titanal reinforcements contribute to stability at high speeds and precise edge grip. The Active Carbon Armor plate, positioned under the binding area, acts as a shock absorber and rebound control element to smooth out the ski’s behavior on groomed terrain. Combined with the Full Camber profile, this construction enhances grip and maintains continuous ski-to-snow contact for a performance-oriented on-piste ski.
The technical specifications indicate a 15-meter turning radius for the 174 size, which places the Blizzard B.THUNDERBIRD R15 PLUS+COMP 14 GW ski set in the medium-turn category, suitable for precise turns on the piste. The width underfoot and associated sidecut dimensions are designed to maintain good stability on groomed snow, consistent with the weight of 1,960 g per ski in the standard size. The COMP 14 GW binding included in the set is designed to complement this on-piste performance profile by providing support suited to the demands of expert-level skiing, while remaining compatible with the GripWalk standard.
The Blizzard B.THUNDERBIRD R15 PLUS+COMP 14 GW ski pack is thus positioned as a unisex, high-performance alpine on-piste ski pack, intended for advanced and expert skiers seeking stability, grip, and precision when carving on groomed terrain.
Founded in 1945 in Mittersill, in the heart of the Austrian Alps, Blizzard is a legendary European ski brand. A pioneer in the design of skis that combine robustness, performance, and innovation, it has been a global benchmark for mountain enthusiasts for decades. True to its alpine heritage, Blizzard designs precise, powerful, and balanced skis, designed to offer maximum thrills on all terrains.
English GB
