Volkl | mens blaze 86 23/24

The ‘narrowest’ Blaze (86 mm under the boot) is available in four lengths and offers an ideal combination of smooth ‘surfing’ and light weight. As well as featuring a 3D radius sidecut, the Blaze 86 is built with a full tip-to-tail wood core. This not only trims the weight and makes the ski more lively, it also eliminates the need for plastic panels – a small but positive environmental aspect. The 86 model also comes with elasticated, rubbery suspension elements around the edges of its tip and the tail, which act like bumpers in wind-blown, unfavourable snow conditions, making the ski more settled and delivering great flotation. The Blaze series is designed for fast, short turns. But its three different radii, especially in combination with a full hybrid multi-layer wood core, mean it is suited to every riding style and can handle even the most ambitious use. The Blaze 86 is ideal for sporty all-mountain skiers who want to go off-piste, and for classic freeriders and ski tourers who are happy to put up with an extra 100 g in exchange for significantly improved performance. Three radii in one ski for maximum Turning & Speed Versatility In All Mountain Skiing Long Tip & Tail Radius. Usage of long radii at tip and tail for big turns and high speed, easy steering and maneuverability, disruption resistant at the tip, no radius limitation and ease of turn exit Tight Center Radius. Usage of shorter radius in the center for short turns and lower speed, extremely easy to initiate short turns, strikingly agile, effortless and smooth in short turns. The Multilayer Woodcore Light consists of hard wood in the center area around the screws and very light, slotted wood in the outer zone. In the alpine range the models benefit from the weight reduction and allow very sporty turns and speeds. Inserts made of elastic TPU material on the edges of the tip and tail which act like a bumper in wind-blown or tracked snow. Its shock-absorbing elasticity ensures better stability and catch-fr