Corvus Freebird

PREVIEW 2023
Ideal weight for long ascents, its profile holds its own even on hard terrain or in chop
In brief
Suitable for
long ascents in soft snow, ski mountaineers transitioning to fat skis
Not suitable for
backcountry freestyle, high performance, big mountain
Also suitable for
developing skiers, resort freeride, freeride progression
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  • In words
  • Technical specifications

    In words

    Intro
    Corvus is one of the models that helped Black Crows to make its mark. It's the second widest of the Freebird series and keeps its classic configuration, with an old-school camber and extensive edge contact that more technical skiers will appreciate. It has a progressive tip rocker and barely noticeable tail rocker. In short, there's nothing unusual. It's designed entirely for maximum float, and it does that very well. Its weight, though, is also suitable for long ascents, and its profile holds its own even on hard terrain or in chop. It's a great choice as a first fat ski for ski mountaineers transitioning to freeride.
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    Technical specifications

    Recommended level
    Beginner
    Construction
    cap-sidewall
    Materials
    poplar, glass fiber, carbon fiber, titanal
    Length
    188.2 cm
    Tip width
    142 cm
    Tail width
    120 cm
    Waist width
    107 cm
    Individual weight
    2075 g
    Sidecut radius
    21 m
    Available sizes
    176, 183.4, 188.2
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