Review: Nordica Enforcer 100 Skis · 2024
By Curated Experts
max pilling and John Kieran
Nordica Enforcer 100 Skis · 2024
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The Curated Take
4.1/5
The Nordica Enforcer 100 Skis are ideal for aggressive, all-mountain skiers who enjoy high-speed carving and control on groomers. They offer excellent edge hold and are highly maneuverable. The skis are stiffer in flex, making them less suitable for those who prefer a more forgiving ski. Despite being slightly hard to turn at lower speeds, their stiffness ensures great performance at high speeds. These skis are not as versatile as others in deep powder conditions but are wide enough for most other terrains. They are a great option for skiers looking for a single pair that excels in various conditions.
Ideal for
- Ideal for aggressive, all-mountain skiers
- Great carving without sacrificing all-mountain capabilities
- Excellent edge hold and control on groomers
Not ideal for
- Not best for backseat skiers
- Not very forgiving
Turn Ease
This ski doesn't turn as easily as others. Because it likes to go fast down the fall line, it becomes harder to turn on a dime all around the mountain....Read more
This ski rips on groomers, loves to float around trees, and can slash in the crud, but it can get a little heavy when I'm going slow. My daughter is...Read more
Playfulness
This ski likes to charge. Hard skiers will like this ski, but for those who want to go at slower speeds around the mountain, popping and buttering around, there are...Read more
Powerful, yes. Playful, not so much. This ski does a lot of things well. It inspires confidence in all sorts of conditions and blasts through crud. But side hits and...Read more
Durability
The hard plastic top and sidewall construction mean that this ski is excellent in terms of durability. While working at a ski shop, we demoed out this ski's predecessor. After...Read more
I've seen some skis that start to look weathered after only a few days. Some topsheets are glossy, showing cuts and scrapes very easily. The Enforcer 100 has sort of...Read more
High Speed Stability
This ski is very stiff and likes it when you point it downhill. Some of the fastest speeds I have ever hit have been on this ski and other skis...Read more
The Enforcer 100 wants to go. This ski is made for all-mountain performance, but it doesn't really lack performance in almost any part of the mountain, specifically on the trail....Read more
Carving
This ski stands out among all-mountain skis in carving. It's the most fun I've had on groomers without sacrificing all-mountain performance. I took this ski to Deer Valley on a...Read more
Versatility
This ski can go anywhere around the mountain. It is great for a few days after the storm and can still take on powder along the way. At 100 underfoot,...Read more
This ski can almost do it all. Wailing on groomers, disappearing into the trees, looking to push boundaries anywhere on the mountain as long as I drive them hard. Skiers...Read more
Flotation
At 100 underfoot it is great for skiing powder of maybe a few inches, but deep snow will require some bigger skis. But with its width it can still hold...Read more
The true tip technology (extended wood core in the tip instead of ABS plastic) lets this ski rise up instead of sinking in the snow. This ski also has a...Read more
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max pilling
John Kieran
About the ski gear
- Model: Nordica Enforcer 100 Skis · 2024
Test conditions
- When I demoed these: 2024
- Where I’ve used them: Deer Valley
- How many times I've used it: 6
Expert Reviews of the Nordica Enforcer 100 Skis
max pilling This ski is ideal for those who love to ski fast and aggressively and want to lay down fat carves without sacrificing all-mountain performance. This ski wants to go fast and aggressively all around the mountain. It carves better than other all-mountain skis but is still wide enough to take into the powder. This ski likes to take the most direct line down the mountain and excels when going fast. You can take it on the bumps and charge through two-day-old powder. It is slightly hard to turn at lower speeds, but if you're an aggressive skier, you will be able to take this anywhere on the mountain.
John Kieran The Nordica Enforcer 100 is an all-mountain ski that doesn't care what I throw at it. Groomers in the morning? They don't have a speed limit. Heading into the woods when lunch lets out? The Enforcer can handle it with the best of them. Chunked-up cruddy snow at the end of the day? The Enforcer chews it up and spits it out.
The Enforcer 100 inspires confidence from the moment I leave the house in the morning and forget to check the trail report because it doesn't matter what I'll find out there. It can do it all.
They feel solid underfoot, with two sheets of metal surrounding a performance wood core. Once I lean them over, they just blast through everything in their way.
While there isn't much of a speed limit on the top end, there might be a minimum. They aren't light, so slow speed or quick turns can get tiring. They might feel a bit cumbersome for beginners.
Product Specs
| Age Group | Adult |
| Gender | Men's |
| Includes bindings | No |
| Model year | 2024 |
| Ski type | All Mountain |
| Skill level | Advanced, Expert |
Review Ratings
Averaged between reviewers, view below how all experts voted.
Turn Ease
4/5
max pilling gave 3 of 5 stars. This ski doesn't turn as easily as others. Because it likes to go fast down the fall line, it becomes harder to turn on a dime all around the mountain. While it excels at high-speed turns, it does require better technique. Its stiffness makes initiating a turn a little harder, but once I was in the turn, it was a great ski.
John Kieran gave 4 of 5 stars. This ski rips on groomers, loves to float around trees, and can slash in the crud, but it can get a little heavy when I'm going slow. My daughter is 10 and still building confidence. She's not the fastest skier, so the Enforcer 100 can start to feel heavy and cumbersome when I'm following her at her pace. I tend to let her get a bit ahead of me, rip two or three turns, stop, and wait for her to get ahead of me. I wouldn't mind if I had a lighter ski for dedicated daughter ski days.
Playfulness
3/5
max pilling gave 2 of 5 stars. This ski likes to charge. Hard skiers will like this ski, but for those who want to go at slower speeds around the mountain, popping and buttering around, there are better options. While you can be playful on this ski, its stiff, aggressive design makes it a little harder to do so.
John Kieran gave 3 of 5 stars. Powerful, yes. Playful, not so much. This ski does a lot of things well. It inspires confidence in all sorts of conditions and blasts through crud. But side hits and jumps are not its favorite, at least not going slow. Landings need to be perfect, or they will buck. If I'm going to spin around, I need to be on it. They are great for what they do but don't expect them to be happy jumping off side hits or going anywhere in the park.
Durability
4/5
max pilling gave 4 of 5 stars. The hard plastic top and sidewall construction mean that this ski is excellent in terms of durability. While working at a ski shop, we demoed out this ski's predecessor. After an entire season, the skis came back with minimal wear and tear. This year's version is the same as last year's in terms of durability. These skis hold up.
John Kieran gave 4 of 5 stars. I've seen some skis that start to look weathered after only a few days. Some topsheets are glossy, showing cuts and scrapes very easily. The Enforcer 100 has sort of a matte finish, which looks great but also seems to hold up very well. Every ski can get scraped or gouged, but mine have held up remarkably well for how much I've been on them.
High Speed Stability
5/5
max pilling gave 5 of 5 stars. This ski is very stiff and likes it when you point it downhill. Some of the fastest speeds I have ever hit have been on this ski and other skis in the Enforcer lineup. You won't be scared of straightlining the bowl a few days after a storm or really ripping the groomers on the way down. This ski is a blast going fast, and it will certainly hold up to the gas pedal.
John Kieran gave 5 of 5 stars. The Enforcer 100 wants to go. This ski is made for all-mountain performance, but it doesn't really lack performance in almost any part of the mountain, specifically on the trail. First chair, chopped up crud, or varied with cookies thrown in, these skis can lay down a line and go fast. The two sheets of metal in this ski give it excellent stability. I find my speed limit way before they are ready to let up. I've never felt them get nervous or give me any hesitation out ripping on the trail.
Carving
5/5
max pilling gave 5 of 5 stars. This ski stands out among all-mountain skis in carving. It's the most fun I've had on groomers without sacrificing all-mountain performance. I took this ski to Deer Valley on a spring day, and I've never had more fun on the groomers.
Versatility
4/5
max pilling gave 4 of 5 stars. This ski can go anywhere around the mountain. It is great for a few days after the storm and can still take on powder along the way. At 100 underfoot, it is wide enough for all but deep powder days, but on any other day it shreds anywhere on the mountain.
John Kieran gave 4 of 5 stars. This ski can almost do it all. Wailing on groomers, disappearing into the trees, looking to push boundaries anywhere on the mountain as long as I drive them hard. Skiers looking for one ski that can handle the park or tons of jumps might need a different ski.
Flotation
4/5
max pilling gave 3 of 5 stars. At 100 underfoot it is great for skiing powder of maybe a few inches, but deep snow will require some bigger skis. But with its width it can still hold its own on stashes of powder a few days after the storm.
John Kieran gave 4 of 5 stars. The true tip technology (extended wood core in the tip instead of ABS plastic) lets this ski rise up instead of sinking in the snow. This ski also has a generous amount of rocker and a shape to carry me through as much snow as I can find.
FAQs
What is the value for the money versus other options?
max pilling This is a well-priced ski. This ski is great because it is so versatile, you won't need to have two other pairs of skis. This ski will excel in all but the deepest conditions. For any average day, this ski will go anywhere. Because it is so versatile, it allows you to get by with one pair of skis instead of three. Also, these things are so sturdy that they won't need to be replaced every year.
John Kieran These skis are a great value because they can take the place of two or three skis. The Enforcer can handle carving on groomers, end-of-the-day crud, and even freshies in the trees.
What do you love about this product?
max pilling This ski is a great all-mountain, aggressive ski. Its stiff, directional design enables you to ski fast without worrying about losing control. It is a blast to not be limited in terms of speed and be able to ski aggressively.
John Kieran I love how this ski can handle any conditions. I can grab these on any day and know that my Enforcer 100s will not let me down.
What was your favorite moment with this gear?
max pilling On a spring day in Deer Valley, I was lucky enough to have this ski a little early from the ski shop I worked at. I stood at the top of the hill and bombed the entire run. It was probably the fastest I have ever gone. This ski held up and did not feel like it had a speed limit.
Why did you choose this product?
max pilling While I have never owned this ski, I demoed it quite a bit at the end of last season. It was my go-to for a few days after the storm. Its aggressive profile helped burst through crud and have a blast carving. I used to not have as much fun on groomer days until I started using these skis and learned how to enjoy carving again.
John Kieran I needed a stronger ski. I needed something that wouldn't get nervous or shaky when the conditions weren't the greatest.
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