Black Diamond Impulse 112 vs Black Diamond Impulse 98
Skis comparison — 2022-2023 season
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How they compare
the Black Diamond Impulse 112 leans more freeride/powder, while the Black Diamond Impulse 98 leans more all mountain. They share a twin tip shape — symmetrical tips for skiing switch and park; playful and forgiving. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile.
Ratings
Piste
Black Diamond Impulse 112
3
Black Diamond Impulse 98
7
Powder
Black Diamond Impulse 112
9
Black Diamond Impulse 98
5
Freestyle
Black Diamond Impulse 112
3
Black Diamond Impulse 98
6
Freeride
Black Diamond Impulse 112
6
Black Diamond Impulse 98
5
Stiffness
Black Diamond Impulse 112N/A
Black Diamond Impulse 98N/A
Versatility
Black Diamond Impulse 112
5
Black Diamond Impulse 98
8
Black Diamond Impulse 112
Black Diamond Impulse 98
Core Specs
TerrainFreeride, Powder
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeTwin Tip
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelAdvanced
MSRPN/A
MSRP$69
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
186 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
175 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile