Nightstick 97 | 2026

The Nightstick 97 is a lightweight twin tip that thrives in the park while maintaining versatility for all-mountain jibbing. Born from Fischer’s North American team vision in 2021, this ski evolved from the original Nightstick’s competition-focused design into something more versatile for the average rider. The result successfully balances park performance while satisfying flowy freestyle skiers.

True to its freestyle DNA, the Nightstick 97 features a symmetrical twin shape with generous tip and tail rocker. This profile excels when riding switch, buttering and spinning off features. Among the lightest and most flexible twin tips available, the ski achieves its playful character through a unique construction. Fischer removed sections of the wood core during manufacturing to reduce weight and soften the flex. This combination creates a forgiving platform with just enough stability and dampness to carry speed between features.

The Nightstick 97 rewards a centered, neutral stance with exceptional maneuverability, releasing effortlessly from turns and setting you up to be in an ideal position for throwing tricks. However, when attempting to drive aggressive carves, the ski’s limitations become apparent as it tends to wash out and chatter when pushed hard through high-speed arcs. These characteristics reflect deliberate design choices rather than shortcomings, as this ski is very surfy.

For freestyle skiers seeking a dedicated park tool that doubles as an all-mountain jib stick, the Nightstick 97 delivers an athlete-driven solution. Its light construction and soft flex set it apart in the all-mountain twin-tip category, carving out a unique niche for skiers who prioritize playfulness and creativity.