2025 Nordica Enforcer 99 On Snow Ski Review

The most impressive thing, in my mind, is that Nordica somehow made their new Enforcer 99 feel lighter without actually being lighter. The Enforcer 99 carries with it a vast array of weapons at its disposal. Due to the new shape, profile, mount point, and build changes, we are getting an excessively different experience on this new ski that makes it better in all phases. From a carving and groomer perspective, the Enforcer 99 hooks into the turn cleaner and easier than ever before. This is a function of the mount point being moved further forward to match the camber profile of the ski. As a result, initiation is spotless and intuitive. You almost have to be more ready for it than you may expect. For those that have loved this ski’s on-trail character in the past, this is going to take it to the next level. Through the arc, the Enforcer 99 wants to cut a clean turn across the fall line, almost up the hill at the end. At the same time, that initiation kicks right back in and pulls you into the next carve. With the added tail rocker, there may be some grumblings from the romantic purist fans of the outgoing model, but rest assured, we have not found this to be a negative in the least. By adding more rocker to the tail and moving the camber forward, Nordica basically achieved the same style of finish but with more versatility and ease. These skis are no longer a burden for the uninitiated—they are totally and completely amenable to high performance skiing with considerably less demand. After all, there’s still two sheets of metal in these skis, so the stability, dampness, and power did not go anywhere.

While some skiers felt that the Enforcer 100 was either too heavy or not rockered enough in the tail to float in deep snow, we never really found that to be the case. I skied my Enforcer 100’s in almost two feet of snow on a few occasions and felt that they did just fine, especially for how well they carved a turn on firm snow—it's that blend of attributes that has earned the Enforcer millions of fans over the years. Those characteristics, especially in softer and deeper snow, have only increased for 2025. The tail rocker is now bringing the Enforcer 99 closer to where the 104 has always been, and this is a smart move with a ski of this width and certainly follows the logic of skis in this shape having a bit more playfulness and soft snow acumen. The 1mm drop in waist width pales in comparison to the increase in rocker when it comes to powder performance. By removing some of the hookiness that some skiers felt in the tails, they have boosted the fun factor and accessibility in the ski’s fresh snow capabilities. As such, the overall versatility of the ski has increased, further telling the story of how the Enforcer 99 is extraordinarily well-rounded from firm snow to soft. While the new 104, and other wider more playful skis, are still better in soft snow than an Enforcer 99, there’s a noticeable increase here, and when that’s paired with an equal uptick in groomer and carving performance, then all things are pointing up.

At a Glance:

2025 Nordica Enforcer 99 Skis

Along the same lines as powder and deep snow performance, bumps and technical zones were also kind of a handful on the Enforcer 100. And yet again, Nordica answers the call with an increase in performance in this realm. The tail was tough to maneuver around tighter spots and more zippered mogul lines, but the new 99’s is considerably easier and more engaging. When you push down on the back side of a bump, the tail doesn’t fight back, rather it goes along nicely with your input and desires. As a result, the Enforcer 99 is manageable and mobile in more situations and scenarios. Tight lines, steep chutes, and narrow couloirs are simpler now, since skiers won’t lose edge grip while gaining maneuverability. While these zones may fall on the smaller side of actual percentage of time on snow, it’s nice to know that you will not have to look further when it comes to performance. The shape, build, and profile all lead to a marked improvement in ungroomed territory.

We’ve gotten into some very spirited conversations around here about which is the better one ski choice for Vermont and New England skiing, and while my heart and brain want to say the new 94 is the way to go, my personal experience on the 99 kind of leans the other way. There’s a lot to like about them both, and the 94 feels very complete, but with how good the 99 carves, it may be the more correct answer in a sea of right answers. Ultimately, I’ve loved every second I’ve been on the new 99, and I don’t see those feelings changing any time soon.