Uploaded October 2016 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Camille Jaccoux with Black Crow Skis presents the 2017 Black Crow big mountain skis here on SkiGearTV.
Black Crow Skis Official Product Description:
"Big mountain skis are the heart of Black Crow's skis. These skis are big, wide, freedom machines designed for big mountains and deep forests. If you are looking to ski off piste at your local mountain, hike a peak, or be on the first chair on a powder day, you’ve found yourself in the right place. Our big mountain skis come in a single-rocker profile - like the 2017 Black Crow "Corvus" - which have a more traditional alpine feel, and double rocker models - like the 2017 Black Crow "Nocta 2", 2017 Black Crow "Anima", and the 2017 Black Crow "Atris" - which suit a more playful, modern style of skiing.
2017 BLACK CROW "NOCTA 2" SKIS:
"Wide float and serious manoeuvrability make the nocta the ultimate toy for big pow.A combination of large width, reverse camber and extended sidecut mean that the 2017 BLACK CROW "NOCTA 2" floats great in powder, is stable on its edges and is extremely maneuverable.
LENGTHS: 177.6 / 185.5 / 190.6
Width: 122mm
Radius: 26m
FEATURES:
Reverse camber = easy pivot and easy to carve.
Extended sidecut = big turning radius = stability at high speed.
Moderate flex along the whole ski = high performance and tolerant.
2017 BLACK CROW "ANIMA" SKIS:
"A big mountain ski aligning power and maneuverability.
the 2017 BLACK CROW "ANIMA" is a very stable ski and extremely stable at high speed. it will embrace a skiers creativity (big lines, jumps, quick pivot) and keep him on his feet.
LENGTHS: 176.8 / 182.1/ 188.4 / 194.3
Width: 115mm
Radius: 26m
FEATURES:
Double rocker = immediate pivot.
Short classic camber = classic camber underfoot with a short Ski/snow contact = better maneuverability.
Extended sidecut = big turning radius = stability at high speed.
Consistent and progressive tip rise = good float.
Very progressive flex in the tip and tail, but stiffer where the ski touches the snow = good distortion in soft snow and efficient on hardpack.
2017 BLACK CROW "ATRIS" SKIS:
"An easy-to-tame beast.Stability, pivot and a medium turning radius makes the 2017 BLACK CROW "ATRIS" the number one choice for anyone looking for a ski which will perform well in all conditions, on hardpack and in deep powder.
"The progressive tapering of the 2017 BLACK CROW "ATRIS" sidecut is in direct proportion to its rocker, providing great stability when the ski is on an edge. What's more its raised tip has 3 distinct turning radiuses, which gives it good consistency during the turn and nice float (even at low speed).
LENGTHS: 178.2 / 184.0 / 189.9
Width: 108mm
Radius: 18m
FEATURES:
Double rocker = immediate pivot.
Medium classic camber = classic camber underfoot with Moderate ski/snow contact = a good balance between stability and manoeuvrability.
The sidecut tapers progressively in proportion to the rocker = great stability when the ski is on an edge (the sidecut continues to widen after the rocker starts to rise meaning good grip and making angles more incisive).
Progressive tip rise = good consistency during the turn and easy float.
Stiff and consistent flex = a very stable ski.
2017 BLACK CROW "CORVUS" SKIS:
"A ski for steep-hunters. The combination of a trustworthy tail, stiff flex and progressive front rocker makes the 2017 BLACK CROW "CORVUS" a very responsive, no holds barred ski.
LENGTHS: 175.1 / 183.3 / 193.3
Width: 109mm
Radius: 21m
FEATURES:
front progressive rocker and low-cut turning radius = good edge stability.
Progressive tail and light back rocker = less tail washout and easier pivot initiation.
Long classic camber = classic camber underfoot with extensive ski/snow contact for alpine-style turns.
21 meter turning radius = attacking spirit.
Stiff flex underfoot, less stiff on the tip and tail = comfortable and efficient.
Camille Jaccoux with Black Crow Skis presents the 2017 Black Crow big mountain skis here on SkiGearTV.
Black Crow Skis Official Product Description:
"Big mountain skis are the heart of Black Crow's skis. These skis are big, wide, freedom machines designed for big mountains and deep forests. If you are looking to ski off piste at your local mountain, hike a peak, or be on the first chair on a powder day, you’ve found yourself in the right place. Our big mountain skis come in a single-rocker profile - like the 2017 Black Crow "Corvus" - which have a more traditional alpine feel, and double rocker models - like the 2017 Black Crow "Nocta 2", 2017 Black Crow "Anima", and the 2017 Black Crow "Atris" - which suit a more playful, modern style of skiing.
2017 BLACK CROW "NOCTA 2" SKIS:
"Wide float and serious manoeuvrability make the nocta the ultimate toy for big pow.A combination of large width, reverse camber and extended sidecut mean that the 2017 BLACK CROW "NOCTA 2" floats great in powder, is stable on its edges and is extremely maneuverable.
LENGTHS: 177.6 / 185.5 / 190.6
Width: 122mm
Radius: 26m
FEATURES:
Reverse camber = easy pivot and easy to carve.
Extended sidecut = big turning radius = stability at high speed.
Moderate flex along the whole ski = high performance and tolerant.
2017 BLACK CROW "ANIMA" SKIS:
"A big mountain ski aligning power and maneuverability.
the 2017 BLACK CROW "ANIMA" is a very stable ski and extremely stable at high speed. it will embrace a skiers creativity (big lines, jumps, quick pivot) and keep him on his feet.
LENGTHS: 176.8 / 182.1/ 188.4 / 194.3
Width: 115mm
Radius: 26m
FEATURES:
Double rocker = immediate pivot.
Short classic camber = classic camber underfoot with a short Ski/snow contact = better maneuverability.
Extended sidecut = big turning radius = stability at high speed.
Consistent and progressive tip rise = good float.
Very progressive flex in the tip and tail, but stiffer where the ski touches the snow = good distortion in soft snow and efficient on hardpack.
2017 BLACK CROW "ATRIS" SKIS:
"An easy-to-tame beast.Stability, pivot and a medium turning radius makes the 2017 BLACK CROW "ATRIS" the number one choice for anyone looking for a ski which will perform well in all conditions, on hardpack and in deep powder.
"The progressive tapering of the 2017 BLACK CROW "ATRIS" sidecut is in direct proportion to its rocker, providing great stability when the ski is on an edge. What's more its raised tip has 3 distinct turning radiuses, which gives it good consistency during the turn and nice float (even at low speed).
LENGTHS: 178.2 / 184.0 / 189.9
Width: 108mm
Radius: 18m
FEATURES:
Double rocker = immediate pivot.
Medium classic camber = classic camber underfoot with Moderate ski/snow contact = a good balance between stability and manoeuvrability.
The sidecut tapers progressively in proportion to the rocker = great stability when the ski is on an edge (the sidecut continues to widen after the rocker starts to rise meaning good grip and making angles more incisive).
Progressive tip rise = good consistency during the turn and easy float.
Stiff and consistent flex = a very stable ski.
2017 BLACK CROW "CORVUS" SKIS:
"A ski for steep-hunters. The combination of a trustworthy tail, stiff flex and progressive front rocker makes the 2017 BLACK CROW "CORVUS" a very responsive, no holds barred ski.
LENGTHS: 175.1 / 183.3 / 193.3
Width: 109mm
Radius: 21m
FEATURES:
front progressive rocker and low-cut turning radius = good edge stability.
Progressive tail and light back rocker = less tail washout and easier pivot initiation.
Long classic camber = classic camber underfoot with extensive ski/snow contact for alpine-style turns.
21 meter turning radius = attacking spirit.
Stiff flex underfoot, less stiff on the tip and tail = comfortable and efficient.
