OUR REVIEW OF THE VOLKL BLAZE 86
Our complete test of the Volkl Blaze 86 was conducted in the field under different snow conditions. Find the detailed analysis of the uphill behavior, downhill performance, strengths, limitations, and our verdict in the magazine.
PRESENTATION OF THE VOLKL BLAZE 86
The Blaze series introduced 2 years ago with success was enriched last season with a new model of 86 mm width at the waist and available in four lengths. In addition to its proven 3D Radius Sidecut, the Blaze 86 features a wood core extending the entire length of the ski, from tip to tail. This construction not only reduces weight and increases the ski’s liveliness but also avoids the use of plastic inserts – a modest yet positive environmental asset. Thanks to suspension elements integrated into the contours of the tip and tail, this model allows you to tackle adverse windblown snow conditions. The elastic rubber material applied to the tip and tail acts as a shock absorber and ensures increased resistance to disturbances and optimized flotation. The Blaze series is essentially designed for short and quick turns. However, its three different curvature radii, combined notably with the hybrid multilayer wood core extending from tip to tail, are suitable for all types of skiing and fit all uses, even the most ambitious ones. The Blaze 86 is particularly aimed at all-mountain skiers seeking sporty performance off-piste and classic freeriders or ski tourers ready to trade 100g extra for significantly improved glide properties! Thanks to its lightness, the Blaze is also appreciated as a freeride and touring ski. For this purpose, Völkl also offers specially adapted climbing skins for all sizes for all Blaze models. The Blaze is available in 4 sizes from 159cm to 180cm. It is made in Germany.
VOLKL BLAZE 86 FEATURES
- Sidecut: 111-86-129
- Measured weight: 2950g per pair
- Sizes: 159 166 173 180cm
- Radius: 28-15-23m
- Price: 549€
- SIMILAR SINCE: 2021/2022
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