Völkl Blaze 104 24/25 Freeski

The extra-light hybrid multilayer wood core is a very complex core that is used in the Blaze. Light and very stable poplar and beech woods, individually weighed and selected by weight before gluing, are used in this wood core. In the tip-to-tail construction, the wood extends to the tip of the blade and end, giving them the sophisticated combination of good stability and low weight. In the center of the core, a CNC-milled Isocore area contributes to optimal liveliness and dynamic development. All in all, this design allows the stability of the ski to meet the high demands of a freeride ski, and this at a weight that is only slightly higher than that of a touring ski.

Direct and strong powertransmission with full length sidewalls.

A thin Titanal layer (0,3 mm) under the binding delivers the necessary strength to the ski. This way the binding screws offer reliable hold even in the toughest conditions.

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-free float.

Compared to classic glass constructions the three-dimensional and multiple-folded glass layers in the tip and in the tail area result in an increased edge grip and a more vivid rebound behavior in turns.

1 3D.GLASS IS INTEGRATED IN THE TIP AND TAIL OF THE SKI

• flat glass under the binding making the center softer
• variable turning at any speed

2 GLASS ABOVE THE SIDEWALL

• providing additional support for superior edge grip on icy slopes

3 VERTICAL GLASS IN TIP & TAIL AREA

• more pop for faster edge to edge changes

A Völkl innovation not yet offered by any other manufacturer. With this technology, Völkl sets a new benchmark for the ability to vary the turn radius and combine easy handling with rock-solid stability. This new design provides maximum versatility for various snow conditions both on piste and off piste, increased stability on hard surfaces, and improved performance on soft snow. Radius 1: Approx. 20 m in the frontmost 10 centimeters A tighter radius only in the shovel to achieve a more immediate response to the skier‘s initial edge movement; maximum precision and agility Radius 2: Approx. 40 m in the area between the shovel and the binding The open radius in the front part of the ski gives the ski more resistance to disturbances and stability at speed Radius 3: Approx. 15 m in the area under the binding The tight radius in the camber area provides the ski with more agility even with slight edge movements of the skier, ensuring the necessary buildup of dynamics for short turns and radical carving curves. Radius 4: Approx. 25 meters in the area behind the binding up to the ski end The moderate radius at the ski end ensures controlled and situation-adapted dynamics at the end of the turn and provides optimal support for transitioning into the next curve.

Bends up only in the shovel and tail zones, with a camber shape in the middle.

A sintered high-density and high molecular polyethylene base with great gliding characteristics and high durability.

BRUSHED base structure on flat skis with wider widths Superficial & shallow structure matches with wide skis and their bigger bearing face › optimum agility & turning characteristics.

• Less catching
• Easier & smooth turn initiation