The Nordica Unleashed 108 Ice Skis were an immediate hit in seasons past, and we won’t be surprised if this year is no different. Returning unchanged for the new season but for a simple graphic refresh, the Unleashed 108 is back for yet another winter of impeccable performance under a slightly new name. It’s important to clarify that “Ice” refers only to the latest men’s graphic and pays no tribute to the Unleashed 108’s performance, though it is a decent firm snow contender for a ski of its size. Nonetheless, the Unleashed 108 continues Nordica’s trend of unbeatable deep snow performance in a creative setting, and nothing alludes to this more than a 108mm waist. Though far narrower than the 114, the Unleashed 108 remains just as powder-oriented and boasts a superbly surfy profile that—when combined with Nordica’s Terrain-Specific titanal—feels exceptionally balanced in terms of flex. As a result, the Unleashed 108 bears witness to an incredible blend of power and playfulness that not only aids in steadfast edge hold but enhances maneuverability in tighter terrain. A generous rocker profile and a twin-tip shape continue this creative quest for versatility by giving the Unleashed 108 the boost it needs to pivot, smear, slash, and pop without hesitation. Though they fit the definition of a “modern freeride ski” almost to a T, the Nordica Unleashed 108 Ice Skis are nothing if not a defiance of the odds—endowing advanced and expert skiers with a revolutionary take on creative performance.