Black Crows Captis 2025/26

The Black Crows Captis is a lightweight, playful all-mountain ski that stays narrow to keep things fun and responsive on groomed runs. It's designed for intermediate to advanced skiers who want speed and manoeuvrability without the float of a wider ski. The 90 mm waist and soft poplar core make it lively underfoot, easy to pivot in tight spaces, and forgiving when you're experimenting with new terrain.

Why we rate it

The Captis punches above its weight through smart construction: it has double rocker (rocker at both tip and tail) paired with classic camber underfoot, which gives you float in variable conditions without sacrificing the pop and edge hold that makes carving feel locked in. At 1800 g per ski, it's light enough that it doesn't demand much effort to move around, yet the poplar core and ABS sidewalls keep it stable enough for varied terrain. The 18 m turn radius at 178 cm means it's genuinely manoeuvrable rather than a charger.

This is a ski for intermediate skiers upgrading to something that rewards technique, and advanced skiers who value quick, playful skiing over deep-powder performance. It's transparent about what it's good at: carving groomers, jumping around moguls, threading tree lines.

Who it's for

Intermediate to advanced skiers who spend most time on piste and groomed terrain but want a ski that works across variable conditions without forcing them into a wider platform. If you're fast on groomers, enjoy moguls, and like keeping things light and nimble, this suits you. If you're chasing powder or charging high-speed open terrain, look wider.

Key features

• 90 mm waist – Narrow, playful, and easy to pivot; sits below all-mountain standard for quick turning
• Poplar core – Light and lively, typical of accessible all-mountain skis
• Double rocker with classic camber – Float and manoeuvrability in variable snow without losing edge hold or pop
• ABS sidewalls – Durable edge and reduced chatter on hard snow
• Semi-cap construction – Balances weight and torsional stiffness
• 1800 g per ski – Accessible weight for all-day comfort
• 18 m turn radius – Quick turning arc for groomers, bumps, and tight trees

Fit and feel

The Captis runs medium in flex and is forgiving underfoot, which makes it approachable for intermediates developing their skills. The soft flex doesn't demand precise timing and rewards playfulness over precision. It's not a race ski and doesn't pretend to be; you'll feel the difference if you attack variable high-speed terrain, but on everything else it delivers a satisfying, responsive ride.