Black Diamond Impulse: Teaser

Black Diamond Impulse 98 TI: A Standout in the Gear Guide 2025

The Black Diamond Impulse range has been earning rave reviews across the industry, and we’re right there with them.

We gave the Impulse 98 TI a proper workout at last year’s ski test in La Clusaz, and it quickly became a team favourite. So much so that it’s earned a spot in our Gear Guide 2025.

For the full lowdown, you’ll need to get your hands on a copy, but here’s a sneak peek of what our testers had to say.

“Super easy to ski. On-piste it’s a helluva lot of fun at speed, razzing around, and it’s also fun in the bumps.”

Katie

“I love how it looks. It’s confident on-piste at speed, with loads of purchase when carving, as well as when using rotation to steer. It handles off-piste, choppy snow insanely well and doesn’t feel catchy, heavy, or super wide. It’s fast edge-to-edge, and the added stiffness prevents the tip from flapping.”

Ffion

“What’s amazing is that you can use this ski with a touring boot or a stiff alpine boot and still have an equally superb time. This ski is absolutely fabulous.”

Al Morgan – Fall Line Gear Editor

“As with its bigger brother, the 104, the 98 likes to be skied with a neutral balance underfoot, resulting in a wide sweet spot and the ability to slice or skid on demand. If you’re between sizes, the smaller one will surprise you with its float in soft snow and its stability. Add a hybrid touring binding, and it will handle almost anything.”

Freeskier Chrigl

Want more? Check out the epic promo video from Black Diamond.