Blizzard has carved out a niche for itself in this year’s growing assortment of big-mountain skis. Blizzard’s skis, with the Cochise at the forefront, excel in two related areas: carving and stability. These traits conspire to get you down the hill as fast as possible. Meanwhile, rocker in the tip and tail and zero camber underfoot keep you afloat and help charge through crud. “The Cochise is so strong that you want to keep pushing it further,” said a tester, adding, “You better go fast on this ski; it is not for the weak of heart.”