Blizzard Rustler 10
New build, same intent: Blizzard’s smoothest freeride weapon yet.
🎥 Brian broke it down, and I took it out. No frills, just an honest look at the updated Rustler 10 in its natural East Coast habitat. Walkthrough with Brian Seiden, Pedigree Ski Shop GM.
🔧 What’s new this year
Same shape, new guts. Blizzard updated the Rustler 10 with a refined True-Blend Free Core that places denser beech underfoot and lighter poplar and paulownia toward the ends. It delivers a damp, confident ride in crud and chop while keeping swing weight low for quick direction changes. FluxForm metal underfoot adds stability and lets the tip and tail stay loose, so you get power when charging without getting punished in bumps or tight glades. Subtle taper and sidecut tweaks make turn entry and exit smoother on firmer East Coast snow.
Same shape, new guts. Blizzard updated the Rustler 10 with a refined True-Blend Free Core that places denser beech underfoot and lighter poplar and paulownia toward the ends. It delivers a damp, confident ride in crud and chop while keeping swing weight low for quick direction changes. FluxForm metal underfoot adds stability and lets the tip and tail stay loose, so you get power when charging without getting punished in bumps or tight glades. Subtle taper and sidecut tweaks make turn entry and exit smoother on firmer East Coast snow.
🧠 How it skis
Stronger and more composed. Edge hold is improved without losing the playful release when terrain gets fun. You can ski it centered and flowy or drive it when you want to charge. It is still the most versatile ski in the Rustler line and arguably in the Blizzard family.
Stronger and more composed. Edge hold is improved without losing the playful release when terrain gets fun. You can ski it centered and flowy or drive it when you want to charge. It is still the most versatile ski in the Rustler line and arguably in the Blizzard family.
🎯 Who it’s for
• East Coast skiers who want width without a fight
• Advanced skiers seeking a surfy, stable daily driver
• People who ski bumps, glades, and chop more than groomers
• Former comp skiers who still want to have fun
• East Coast skiers who want width without a fight
• Advanced skiers seeking a surfy, stable daily driver
• People who ski bumps, glades, and chop more than groomers
• Former comp skiers who still want to have fun
📍 Where we skied it
Stratton, VT, variable snow all day. It cruised groomers, floated afternoon bumps, and never felt nervous. If you ski Killington, Sugarbush, or Cannon regularly, this belongs in your bag.
Stratton, VT, variable snow all day. It cruised groomers, floated afternoon bumps, and never felt nervous. If you ski Killington, Sugarbush, or Cannon regularly, this belongs in your bag.
🤝 Thanks to Pedigree
Big thanks to Brian Seiden and the team at Pedigree Ski Shop for the early access and walkthrough. They carry the full 2026 Blizzard line in White Plains.
Big thanks to Brian Seiden and the team at Pedigree Ski Shop for the early access and walkthrough. They carry the full 2026 Blizzard line in White Plains.
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Blizzard Rustler 10
Blizzard Rustler 10