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Picked up my new Enforcer 104 today and impressed with their flex and weight. A bit stiffer throughout vs the Enforcer Free 104 and 2300gr in the 185cm vs 2200-2250gr for 104 Free. Will try them out tomorrow hopefully.
Corbetts had a set of the 191cm 104 and they weighed 4900gr for the pair…..
On the new 185cm Enforcer 104 today in new snow during the day starting with soft groomers. Definitely more planted, stable and damp than the 186cm Enforcer 104 Free. Much more willing to go straight now but still easy to carve at moderate speeds. Not as much splay as the 104 Enforcer Free but the new version still able to pass over crud and tracked snow without issue. Stronger and more precise carver that’s not too locked in.
No moguls or off piste to try at my smaller local resort but did get to play in the sides of some trails with untouched snow. Was still easy to pivot on them and were loose enough to not be a handful at all.
New mount point seems perfect and never thought about it at all. Was plus 2cm(-6.9cm total back) on my old 104 Free but think I would have gone only plus 1cm to make more stable if I were to do it again and the new version is -7.4cm now
Going to be keeping them for sure!
Thanks for the write up! I’m interested hear how the new 104s perform bs the 104 free off piste, in bumps and in tight spots.Quote:
Originally Posted by noslow
One of the great things about the 104 frees is how easy they are to release out of a turn in tight spots, which I attribute to their tail shape.
Definitely a bit looser on the older version when flat but had no issues pivoting the new ones. So they haven’t turned into some punishing charger, just a bit more precise now. The ability to go straight line at speed without feeling unstable or the ski wanting to turn a noticeable difference on the new one too.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kevo
I skied my E94s on refrozen garbage with a 14 degree lean boot, Pivot 15 GWs which I believe are 2.5mm delta. I bet I would like the line better with a touch more ramp. The line feels pretty good for high speed large radius turns on groom … I have a suspicion that for slicing through the random smooth patches between baby head chunder, +1 cm is gonna be quicker. I think I’m gonna try it since I don’t have any other mounts on this ski.Quote:
Originally Posted by SnowMachine
My setup is basically the same. I think they work pretty well on the line. I don't love or hate the ski. I've probably only got 5 days on them. I kinda think the new ski would suit my style even better, but I can't complain about the '23/4 ski, either. I like my Deathwish 104's better and so that's what I've mostly skied this year. I'll try to get on them a few more times before I really decide what I think of them.Quote:
Originally Posted by SchralphMacchio
Forgot to mention my new set of Enforcers 104 were ground twice through a full auto machine and the stone barely hit the edges-ie the ski was base high from the factory. Found my previous sets and many other sets of Enforcers over the years are very commonly edge high/railed from the factory.
So before I’d ever change a mount point on a set on Enforcers, I’d check the flatness of base first(grind if needed) and then reset the edge angles to make sure they are uniform.
Thanks that’s a good point. The factory tune on mine (23-24) felt really good out of the box (barely needed any detuning but it was still sharp and stable on refrozen rain-on-snow crust), but they do feel slightly different and less auto-turny than the 21-22 E94s I had demoed from a factory rep.
By “auto turny” I mean the 21-22 E94 I had demoed would rocket into a carve when I rolled my ankles, where I have to push my shins much more deliberately on my set. I kind of chalked that up to different bindings and maybe different in how it came out of the factory.
We have a WS Jupiter at my local shop, so before changing mount I’ll check my true bar and try to eyeball the edge bevels throw it into the Jupiter of anything is off. I actually got Nordica/Blizzard/Tecnica USA to pay for a Jupiter tune when my Rustler 11s were horribly railed at the rocker zones of the tip and tail, pictures were quite obvious. These E94s however don’t have any obvious skiing deficiency so I may have to pay for the tune myself.
Harder to initiate a turn(and harder to get out of one), harder to pivot and feel sluggish are all signs of an edge high ski.Quote:
Originally Posted by SchralphMacchio
I get places to do at least 3 flattening passes before the structure pass on any auto machines like the Jupiter for basic grinds. The defaults are sometimes only 1flattening pass at some places which is never enough to flatten them.
Then do the edges and waxing by hand myself.
Places in Canada usually only charge $20-$30 for a grind on those machines so it’s money well spent.
Probably my only complaint on my E94's is that they don't want to draw you into a turn. You have to do the work to initiate a carve. I haven't checked the bases. Maybe worthwhile to give them a tune before making any other moves. I like the Enforcer build feel for crappy snow. They're damp without being crazy heavy. I missed that feel from the 110's.Quote:
Originally Posted by noslow
The thing is the E94s I demoed in March 2022 definitely pulled me into a carve, almost surprisingly so. It was actually my chief complaint because I was worried the 17m sidecut might only like a single type of turn shape! I posted those observations in this thread and some people here said that was something they really liked about the ski. I haven’t seen any industry reporting to suggest that the construction or design of the ski had changed at all since then?Quote:
Originally Posted by SnowMachine
I agree that the E94 core feels well balanced, just damp and strong enough to power through things, but still snappy enough to not feel dead, and also forgiving enough in the tip and tail not to immediately and outright punish minor mistakes. It’s my favorite aspect of the ski.
Mini Review - 2025 Enforcer 99
Ski “tested” - 2025 Enforcer 99 - 185-cm, mounted with Atomic STH2 16 on the recommended line
Boots - 2020 Tecnica Cochise 130 Dyn
Skier Info - 5’ 8’”, 205-lbs, 46-years skiing in Sierra Nevada, Wasatch, and Cascades
Ski preferences - Damp chargers (Volkl Katana and Mantra lines), Playful chargers (OG Cochise, MFree 108), Stout but smeary powder skis (Shiro, Billy Goat) somewhere in the 185 to 190-cm length
Location and Snow Conditions - Stevens Pass, WA; Close to 20-degrees in the morning with fresh groomers and dry snow. 12”+ of fresh off trail, but heavily skier compacted from previous day.
Initial Impressions
I’ve owned several Enforcer models over the years, most in the 185-186 length. I have owned the two previous versions of the Enforcer 100 in the 185 and 186 lengths. Right away, these felt familiar. Easy to get up on edge and find the rather large sweet spot. They felt stout in their flex, similar to the latest E100, but the swing-weight felt lighter. Pretty easy to toss around. I also immediately noticed the tail felt easier to break loose. They aren’t drifty like an M-Free but definitely have a really nice balance of being on edge and committed to the turn but also happy to feather that tail out without feeling hooky or having to complete the turn before making a change in angle or direction. I was hoping for the traditional Enforcer feel with a looser tail and was quite happy to experience the benefits of that design change.
The other noticeable aspect of the 99 was that they skied smoother and quieter than previous versions. I understand they added some visco-elastic/rubber inserts and they definitely gave the E99 a silky smooth feeling at speed on piste. I’m tempted to say that they feel like a dose of Volkl dampness and stability was added, but they still feel like an Enforcer…but not as far from something like my coveted M102 feels like in the stability and suspension department. Definitely less separation between those skis than in the past. This is an area where I felt like the previous 100 was lacking…it was a stiffer, more serious Enforcer, but it lacked the dampness and plushness I felt was appropriate for the overall flex and intended use of the ski. I feel that the 99 has addressed this gap by providing a more refined ski that is actually a bit easier to ski overall versus the most recent E100.
I loved them on early morning groomers and enjoyed several speed runs at high edge angles laying railroad track turns. Skied them in soft and firm bumps and found them compliant and manageable as long as I stayed on top of them. Definitely easier than my M102’s in bumps. Skied them in some 8-12” deep pockets and believe that they are more than capable for occasional forays off trail. Skied some icy backside groomers where they worked well enough, but I still wished for a narrower skis to really handle those conditions. So, not ice skates, but also supported me and didn’t wash out.
All in, this is probably the most balanced and refined Enforcer model I have skied. I expect to have these in the truck for the rest of the season as my “just in case” skis if conditions vary for days when I just want something that can handle anything the mountain has to offer. I’m also keen to try the new E104 since it has the same construction update and should also ski great.
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Ski “tested” - 2025 Enforcer 99 - 185-cm, mounted with Atomic STH2 16 on the recommended line
Boots - 2020 Tecnica Cochise 130 Dyn
Skier Info - 5’ 8’”, 205-lbs, 46-years skiing in Sierra Nevada, Wasatch, and Cascades
Ski preferences - Damp chargers (Volkl Katana and Mantra lines), Playful chargers (OG Cochise, MFree 108), Stout but smeary powder skis (Shiro, Billy Goat) somewhere in the 185 to 190-cm length
Location and Snow Conditions - Stevens Pass, WA; Close to 20-degrees in the morning with fresh groomers and dry snow. 12”+ of fresh off trail, but heavily skier compacted from previous day.
Initial Impressions
I’ve owned several Enforcer models over the years, most in the 185-186 length. I have owned the two previous versions of the Enforcer 100 in the 185 and 186 lengths. Right away, these felt familiar. Easy to get up on edge and find the rather large sweet spot. They felt stout in their flex, similar to the latest E100, but the swing-weight felt lighter. Pretty easy to toss around. I also immediately noticed the tail felt easier to break loose. They aren’t drifty like an M-Free but definitely have a really nice balance of being on edge and committed to the turn but also happy to feather that tail out without feeling hooky or having to complete the turn before making a change in angle or direction. I was hoping for the traditional Enforcer feel with a looser tail and was quite happy to experience the benefits of that design change.
The other noticeable aspect of the 99 was that they skied smoother and quieter than previous versions. I understand they added some visco-elastic/rubber inserts and they definitely gave the E99 a silky smooth feeling at speed on piste. I’m tempted to say that they feel like a dose of Volkl dampness and stability was added, but they still feel like an Enforcer…but not as far from something like my coveted M102 feels like in the stability and suspension department. Definitely less separation between those skis than in the past. This is an area where I felt like the previous 100 was lacking…it was a stiffer, more serious Enforcer, but it lacked the dampness and plushness I felt was appropriate for the overall flex and intended use of the ski. I feel that the 99 has addressed this gap by providing a more refined ski that is actually a bit easier to ski overall versus the most recent E100.
I loved them on early morning groomers and enjoyed several speed runs at high edge angles laying railroad track turns. Skied them in soft and firm bumps and found them compliant and manageable as long as I stayed on top of them. Definitely easier than my M102’s in bumps. Skied them in some 8-12” deep pockets and believe that they are more than capable for occasional forays off trail. Skied some icy backside groomers where they worked well enough, but I still wished for a narrower skis to really handle those conditions. So, not ice skates, but also supported me and didn’t wash out.
All in, this is probably the most balanced and refined Enforcer model I have skied. I expect to have these in the truck for the rest of the season as my “just in case” skis if conditions vary for days when I just want something that can handle anything the mountain has to offer. I’m also keen to try the new E104 since it has the same construction update and should also ski great.
The O.G. Enforcer 100's are the ultimate dad skis.
100% agree. I don’t need to throttle back and wait for kids anymore, as they are all now very strong skiers, so I don’t have a slot for a Dad ski anymore.Quote:
Originally Posted by I Skied Bandini Mountain
Really pleased with the evolution of the Enforcer line for 2025. Really wasn’t looking at them, but was tempted by the Corbett’s Christmas sale. Glad to have the 99 and think I’ll spend a good amount of time on them this season.
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Great review Bandit Man! Figured/hoped that’s how they would ski based on the specs and trying out my new Enforcer 104.
The Enforcer 104 should have the next step up in stability over the 99 as they increased the turn radius a bit in the 185cm Enforcer 104 and it’s heavier. Enforcer 99 dropped about 100gr vs the last 100 and the 104 gained about that much.
Think the rubber and lack of carbon gives that damping improvement in the lineup, even though they are lighter now. Probably the slightly narrower metal sheets is lightening the ski and decreasing swing weight. Stiffness similar between the 99 and 100 with the 104 getting the largest increase in stiffness vs the old version.
Think the Enforcer 104 reminds me of an easier Mantra 102 that’s probably even better in crud and off trail while only giving up a bit of precision. Like a Mantra 102, Fisher 102FR and 21 Faction CT 2.0 mix in one ski. Perfect playful charger!
Couple more days on the Enforcer 104 with some new fresh and tracked powder on some trails, heavy crud on others. These are doing great through it all and finding them still fun in bumps and trees.
Like a Sender Free 110, they get much looser on soft snow while being super solid on groomers still.
Just came to say my 'forcer 94's absolutely slay groomers. Placed top 10 on multiple Strava segments, mach looney full afterburner all day. And they feel good doing it, full confidence. Nothing in my quiver feels this good at speed. Nothing.
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They've been solid for these low tide/high pressure periods, dating back to the first iteration of the E93.
My Enforcer ninety-nine’s are becoming my go to this season for the in between storms skiing here in the PNW. I love that they are a bit more quiet and composed than the previous generation but still relatively easy to ski.
Liking them so much that I ordered a pair of one-o-fours. Excited to add those to the quiver. Weird to think I’m choosing these Enforcers over my Volkls.
My 94's are crushing right now, too. A lot of days on them lately. Tomorrow I'm going full mental midget. I'm going to coach freeride on 78 UF carving skis. I'll bring the 94's in case that endeavor proves too stupid.Quote:
Originally Posted by Huskier
I just posted in the Moment thread, but after spending two days on the 2025 Nordica Enforcer 99 at Stevens Pass—first in heavy, wet snow, and then in drier, deep powder—I have to say, its making me rethink my loyalty to Moment skis. The updated design really impressed me, and I’m officially sold on this ski.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bandit Man
In my opinion, the revisions keep the signature damp, charging nature of the Enforcer but give it a more freeride-oriented vibe with the forward mount and subtle tail rocker. As someone whos a strong, athletic skier (I’ve been lifting weights my whole life and have dabbled in various sports), I want to caveat that this is just my personal experience, but I felt confident everywhere—whether I was straightlining chutes, navigating steep trees, handling bumps and chop, or floating through deep powder. Even landing off bigger drops felt incredible, and I found myself getting more air off even the smallest side hits.
While most people might not buy the E99 for its playfulness, I genuinely think its a serious contender for the best do-it-all AM/freeride ski for the right person.
TL;DR: The 2025 Enforcer 99 strikes a perfect balance between being a charger and a playful ski, thanks to its updated design.
...Now someone convince me I need the new E89.
I have to admit, I feel the same. The 23/24 E94 crushes. I do not love it when snow is more than 6 inches deep, but on firm days it sends. I want to ski the new shape.Quote:
Originally Posted by MNazWIcoWA
I had a chance last week to test my 179 E94s against 177 M6 Mantra 96s and 182 Stance 90s in melt freeze conditions (the west had basically no snow in the prior 4 weeks).
M6: longer effective edge and stiffer tips and tails than E94, but suspension didn’t feel as progressive or composed. Felt more groomer oriented than the E94 with the longer edge and stiffer tips and tails. More ripping on consistent groomed than E94 but less good on inconsistent snow and off piste garbage.
Stance 90: the tips look similarly rockered but looks like more gradual rocker and more gradual taper to sidecut transition, flatter tail, much stiffer overall than the 179 E94 and too much ski for me. I liked the composure despite it being a lighter ski than E94 and M6, and I would be open to A/B testing a 176 Stance against the 179 E94.
My recollection of the E88 was that reviewers found it had less oomph and backbone than the E93/E94. I wonder if the current E89 changed that as I was looking to optimize this quiver slot for truly awful snow, both on and off piste. E94 is working well for me there but I’m still E89 curious.
And I still think a +0.5cm mount would be a bit more fun off piste.
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Been skiing my older style 186 E94 a bunch this season on the EC. It's a great low tide ski for the west and also can ski crappy EC manmade and hardpack well. In skiied trees (soft snow with bumps and mixed untracked few inches of fresh ) it's great although not the quickest ski out there. As tight trees get deeper / fresher I would personally like a slightly looser tail, but I'm a hack so need all the help I can get it tight spaces. Skis bumps very well for heavy ski with metal </p>
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Carving is more than adequate edge hold wise but the ski is very damp and a bit lifeless as far a pop out of a turn. Doesn't bother me ,but it's not a lively ski, and then dampness is great in skiied out or crappier snow.</p>
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I'm curious how the new design witn a bit looser tail would work. Probably better in tight spaces but I gotta assume you give up a bit of hardpack and ice performance. </p>
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Overall a great all arounder for EC / shit condition low tide WC ski. Mine have Warden demos so the whole setup is heavy as fuck .</p>
I too have been wanting a slightly looser tail as I have a tendency to go off piste when no one else is doing it because it’s so bad. I like having a heavy metal ski to crush refrozen chicken heads and crap, but I want a looser tail to quickly swivel on top of all that junk and be more playful on the groomer side hits etc. That said, the Enforcer 94 has a taller tail / more tail rise than all of the main metal laminate all mountain competitors - Mantra, Brahma, Stance, I assume Anomaly though I have not confirmed that. But I want more.
I would love a ski with Enforcer construction and hybrid Rustler/Enforcer geometry in 88-90 underfoot as my ultimate low tide exploration and play ski. “Crush your enemies, see them driven before you, and hear the lamentation of the women!”