Blackcrows Nocta - PowderHunter 2027

Black Crows Nocta — Built for the Deep Days

When the forecast turns deep, the Black Crows Nocta is the ski we want in the quiver.

At 122mm underfoot with a generous double rocker, the Nocta is built to float, pivot and surf through serious amounts of snow. It’s playful and manoeuvrable when you’re weaving through trees, but has enough stability and confidence to open it up in alpine terrain.

For Wānaka and the Southern Alps, it’s a specialist powder ski for those standout days — the kind of ski that comes into its own when the snow stacks up at Treble Cone and further afield in the backcountry. And if Japan or Canada is on your radar this coming season, the Nocta makes a seriously compelling travel companion for chasing the deepest snow you can find.

The paulownia/poplar wood core, fibreglass construction and full ABS sidewalls keep the ski relatively light while giving it a smooth, predictable feel. Its long-radius sidecut and intermediate flex make it surprisingly easy to drive without taking away the playful, surfy character that makes the Nocta so much fun.

This isn't your everyday piste ski — and that's exactly the point. When the big day arrives, you want the right tool.

FEATURES

• 122mm waist for serious flotation in deep snow
• Double rocker for effortless pivoting, surfing and manoeuvrability
• Moderate camber underfoot for balance and stability
• Long-radius sidecut for confidence when opening it up
• Intermediate flex balancing power with a forgiving feel
• Paulownia/poplar wood core keeps weight down while maintaining strength
• Fibreglass laminate delivers a smooth, responsive ride
• Semi-cap construction with full ABS sidewalls for durability and dependable edge hold
• Designed in Chamonix and manufactured in Europe
• Recommended mounting point: -6cm

Our take: If you're building a quiver around Wānaka skiing and want a dedicated deep-day ski — or you're heading to Japan or Canada this season — the Nocta deserves a look. It’s a proper powder ski for when the mountains really switch on.