Volkl

The Volkl Blaze 106 skis are an awesome choice for true 50/50 skiing, in any and all senses of the terms and application. For in and out of bounds skiing, on and off trail performance, and uphill as well as downhill capabilities, the Volkl Blaze 106 holds a lot of things in their hands all at the same time. At 106 mm underfoot, you're looking at some good float due to surface area, but it's not just the width that makes these good floaters. There's some good tip and tail taper shape and rocker profile that lift the ski up and allow it to stay on top of a good deal of snow. These skis have that smeary and surfy feeling that makes a lot of skiers very happy. They're light enough to be a dedicated touring ski, coming in at 1772 grams per ski in the 186 cm length, so when you pair it with your favorite uphill binding and boot setup, you're getting a ton of performance at a very light weight. Built with Volkl's Hybrid Multi-Layer wood core, these skis are able to stay remarkably light while retaining a ton of energy and snap to them. Even if you find yourself on harder snow, either by choice or by force, you're going to get tremendous edge grip and control. Stiff underfoot, the skis have a titanal power plate that not only helps with binding retention, but also with torsional stiffness. This makes the 106 much grippier and more energetic than you might think, making this the true blend of all types of performance capabilities.

Features:

• Sidecut: 146/106/128 mm
• Turn Radius: 17 meters average at 179 cm length
• Core: Hybrid Multi-layer Wood
• Weight Per Ski: 1772 Grams at 186 cm length
• 3D Radius Sidecut
• Titanal Power Plate
• Suspension Tips and Tails
• Full Sidewall
• Tip and Tail Rocker
• Ability Level: Advanced Skiers

• Easy, buttery ski for riding on and off-piste
• Versatile 106mm waist handles crud, pow, and firm pack
• Tip and tail rocker offer a playful feel
• Wooden core adapts to various riding styles
• Item #VKLI05E

Tech Specs

For light weight all-mountain fun, there's not a lot out there better suited than the Volkl Blaze 94. When you pick them up, it's impressive how light they are, but Volkl does their Volkl things with them, making them remarkably versatile and stable all at the same time. Built with a hybrid multi-layer wood core, the skis feature a mix of softer and lighter wood stringers to go along with the denser and stiffer ones. These larger vertical blocks of wood stringers give the ski its incredible energy, all while keeping the weight down to a very manageable 1546 grams per ski in the 179 cm length. In addition, the skis feature Volkl's 3D Radius sidecut, allowing the skier to more predictably and accurately decide the turn shape and style. By varying up the radius, the skier can use shallower edge angles in the forebody and through the tails to get a longer turn shape, and if you push more on the central part of the ski, they start to come around like a slalom ski. Ultimately, you're looking at about a 17-meter turn radius in the 179, but it's really amazing how the ski is comfortable and capable at any turn shape and arc. They carve clean round turns, and at the same time, they can skid and smear some quick slash turns. At 94 mm underfoot, the skis are right in the sweet spot for making a true all-mountain ski, but with Volkl's freeride flari.

Features:

• Sidecut: 134/94/116 mm
• Turn Radius: 17 Meter Main Radius at 179 cm length
• Core: Hybrid Multi-Layer Wood
• Rocker: Tip and Tail
• Weight Per Ski: 1546 Grams at 179 cm Length
• 3D Radius Sidecut
• Suspension Tips and Tails
• Ability Level: Advanced Skiers

The Mantra's are about as "establishment" as skiing gets. These guys have been around the block a few times, and as the latest model in a long and storied lineage, the Völkl M6 Mantra Skis ooze class. The recipe is tweaked rather than overhauled, with a newly progressive Tailored Titanal Frame making for a more finely tuned ride in each length, and a new carbon layup in the tips that lightens the load without compromising on-snow performance. These are every bit the precise, resort scalpels you know and love - now better than ever!

 

The new Volkl Secret 96 caters specifically to women that carve as fast as they make their way down big, open faces. It's packed with serious tech for serious skiers. Building upon the success of the predecessor, the new Tailored Titanal Frame brings back the best in stability, dampening, and edge hold, but caters it more specifically to each size ski. For those firm groomers or variable freeride conditions, the Secret is as capable as ever. Volkl's renowned 3D Radius is finally introduced in this generation, giving it the ability to make shorter, snappier turns easily while still being able to let them run in open terrain confidently. The new Tailored Carbon Tips give these skis a an even more precise feel when engaging turns. This not only adds to the composure, but also makes them more friendly and forgiving when you end up finding some nice powder stashes. With so many women's skis catering to the masses, the Volkl Secret is still truly a skiers ski.

Category: All Mountain Freeride

Geometry: 135/96/119

Radius: [R1(24), R2(14), R3(20)] @ 163cm  

Weight: TBA/ski @ 163cm  

Factory Base Edge: 1º

FacBtory Side Edge: 2º

Performance Levels: 6 7 8 9 10

Full-on carver ninja who doesn't hesitate to stray into the woods from time to time? The Völkl Kenja 88 Skis have been on top of that game for a while now, and there's no reason they shouldn't continue. Everything about this ski, from the 3D Radius Sidecut to the Titanal Frame laminate to the Full Sidewall construction just works, and it's good for anyone from athletic intermediates to hard core experts.