The Volkl 90Eight Skis are a lighter and more playful alternative to the hard-charging Mantras that have dominated the top tier of ski tests for years, and offer a better platform for moderate skiers who still like precision in their turns. With no metal in the construction and a bit of camber underfoot, the 90Eights provide firm edgehold on harder snow while lending an extremely “connected” and lively feel. If you’re the type of skier who prefers clean and elegant turns to the balls-to-the-wall approach but don’t want to give up precision, give the 90Eight a try.
Product Details
Rocker Type
Freeski Tip & Tail Rocker – Makes the ski turn-friendly and allows for a stiffer flex setup. Only the shovel and tail zones bend upwards, with traditional cambering in the middle for pop.
Shape
3D.RIDGE Shape – Völkl trims mass wherever possible on the V-Werks models, with ultra thin profiles at the sides of the tip and tail and a powerful central spine or “ridge.”
Moderate Tip & Tail Taper
Core
Multi-Layer Wood Core – Völkl freeskiing models feature a multi-layer wood core that features two different densities of wood. In the binding attachment area, a dense, ash core is used, while in the rest of the ski, the core is poplar. The more dense wood creates more secure screw retention, preventing binding pull-out, and the soft, supple poplar section allows for resilience and snap. The flex pattern is tailored to each ski model, depending on the desired performance.
Laminates
Tough Box Construction – Völkl protects the goods (in this case the Multi Layer Wood Core) with a composite and fiberglass sheath for resilience, durability and snap.
Carbon Stringer
Sidewalls
Full Sidewall – Full length sidewalls make for direct and strong power transmission.
Base
P-Tex 2100 Base