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Elemmac: If you’re looking for a dance partner; the Blaze has all the moves. It will salsa, tango, or get rowdy in a mosh pit. Versatility is its specialty. The Blaze 94 W felt very similar to its predecessor, the 90Eight, but it is quicker edge to edge and a little more friendly on piste. This ski let me easily execute shorter slalom-like turns but didn’t buck when I tried to open them up. Its light weight didn’t impact its stability in crud or a little fresh snow. This is the Völkl for skiers who have shied away from Völkl’s traditional stiff, damp feel.
It turned well, hopped into moguls, and transitioned well for a variety of turns. Now, get me on the next size up and I'll give you more for your money.
Insider tip: Völkl sells a pre-cut skin for this ski. Add a Duke PT and you have a 50-50 resort/touring ski.
Tricia: This is another ski that I skied a bit shorter than usual. I found it to be nimble and playful in a variety of conditions, especially moguls. I really think it is an amazing all-mountain ski with an off-piste bias in the 170 length that is suited for my usual skiing.It turned well, hopped into moguls, and transitioned well for a variety of turns. Now, get me on the next size up and I'll give you more for your money.
Insider tip: For a bit more grip, give the Secret a try.
- Who is it for?
- Someone looking for a lightweight, playful ski that isn't wimpy.
- Who is it not for?
- Someone looking for that traditional Völkl feel.
- Skier ability
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- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Expert
- Ski category
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- All Mountain
- Powder
- Ski attributes
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- Moguls
- Off Piste
- Trees
- Touring/Backcountry
- Segment
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- Women
Specifications
- Available sizes
- 151, 158, 165, 172
- Dimensions
- 134-94-116
- Radius
- 33/14/25@165cm
- Rocker profile
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- Camber with tip and tail rocker
- Size Scaling
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- None
- Construction design
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- New graphics
- Binding options
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- Flat