The Atomic Redster Q packs in a whole lot of features. The 4* 18mm shaft is made from 6061 grade aluminium which is tough and hardwearing. The ergonomic grip is designed for medium/large hands and has specially designed ridges giving greater control for all mountain skiing; being made from a dual density material ensures all-day comfort and durability. The strap is fully adjustable for individual personalisation and the 60mm piste baskets are perfect for general skiing. The steel tips are suitable for all snow types, digging into ice in tougher conditions.Handle: ergonomic Standard GripStrap: essential StrapShaft: 18mm 6061 AluminiumBasket: 60mm PisteTip: SteelWeight: 255g (120cm) [Full Details]
One of our most popular women's all mountain skis, the Absolut Joy, got an impressive upgrade recently with karuba wood used in the core which, as we expected, boosted its appeal even further. The karuba keeps the ski lightweight and improves the stability in variable snow as well as increasing grip. Adding to the lightweight theme, Graphene is used to fine-tune the flex, making the ski feel supremely balanced even when the snow gets rough. It's got a huge performance bracket that satisfies skiers from intermediate right up to advanced level and it's a worthy winner of many awards.Terrain Type & Ability LevelTerrain Type It's an all mountain ski, but a piste focused one. The majority of time will be spent following marked runs, its width and smooth flex are ideal for dealing with rough snow when the trails chop up, because they're rarely perfectly groomed for long, but it isn't too wide to make it feel sluggish or slow to respond. It is also well suited for exploring off the sides, hunting some fresh snow or different challenges like trees or tracked-out snow.Skier TypeIntermediate and lighter advanced skiers who mainly stay on piste but who do enjoy more than groomed snow. Technique doesn't need to be perfect as the ski is not demanding to use and does have the grip to hold a carve, so it encourages progression of skills and allows the skier to be more adventurous. These traits also mean it's a lovely cruiser too.OverviewShapeIt has the curves of a piste ski, just with an slightly exaggerated waist and tip and, thanks to the lightweight materials used, it doesn't feel any heavier than a typical piste ski. The radius is on turny side, matching perfectly the requirement to spend hours cruising and turning on marked trails, and isn't too tight or long so it still helps to make skiing different terrain easier, remaining stable and manouevrable.RockerAllride Rocker uses tip rocker and camber underfoot; perfect for skiers who feel comfortable on any slopes. The rocker enables superior steering and increases floatation. The camber ensures grip and precision on hard snow.CoreA vertically laminated wood core has a composite sock around it. This combination results in good vibration control, no excess weight and a smooth ride that suits ambitious skiers who don't want all out power.ConstructionSuperlite Power Sidewall Jacket Construction is a mouthful, but it gives a lot of clues to what it does and how it's made. A cap construction enhances durability and sits on top of ABS Sidewalls which provide precise energy transmission. As well as the wood composite core, a layer of Graphene is used to keep the ski light but also increase the strength.Key FeatureseRA 3.0eRA 3.0 is a combination of technologies, shape and geometry using a targeted rocker at the tip with low rise, a progressive radius and vibration absorbing fibres. The rocker improves steering and enhances soft snow versatility. The progressive radius at the tip means that even though there is rocker, less angulation is required to get full edge contact, resulting in better grip. Intellifibers in the tip dampen vibrations for a smoother ride.GrapheneGraphene is the thinnest and lightest element ever discovered by mankind. It is also the strongest material on the planet, stronger than diamond and 300 times stronger than steel, all in the thickness of one atom. By using it in the construction Head can reduce weight and increase strength of the ski.eB tester’s comments: Sarah (Aviemore) I loved the life and energy of the ski. It's easy to use but surprisingly it doesn't mind being pushed at moderate speeds and is so stable yet lively too.Size (cm)Tip Width (mm)Waist Width (mm)Tail Width (mm)Radius (m)Weight (g)1481317910910.5.1531317910911.4.1581317910912.212231631317910914.1.General InformationSkier Ability: Intermediate|AdvancedRocker: Tip RockerRadius: ShortBase: SinteredBindings: Integrated, Joy 9 GW DIN: 2.5 - 9Construction: Mini Cap Full SidewallCore: Wood, Composite, GrapheneDemo: Yes [Full Details]
The ARV 96 combines the best elements of a freestyle skis light nimble handling with the energy and control of a freeride model. AR Freestyle Rocker uses rocker at the tip and tail with positive camber underfoot, allowing you to charge with ease through unpredictable snow and hold a carve on firm conditions. The Poplar Ash Core mixes light and denser woods in horizontal laminates to create a lively ski that has all the power needed.Terrain Type & Ability LevelTerrain Type Genuinely ready for anything, except maybe the very deepest days. It has a firm enough flex and construction that it will grip on hard snow and hold an edge whether pushing out carved turns or maxing the speed through difficult snow, but it's not so stiff that it hinders in the park and will still butter and press.Skier TypeFreestyle skiers who want to go everywhere on the mountain. The width boosts float as well as stability. The flex keeps things playful but is easily stiff enough for high-speed turns on pistes and going full-gas through chopped snow.OverviewShape96mm in the waist works for a variety of conditions without negatively affecting park performance. It's wide enough to float and feel stable in softer/deeper snow, but still narrow enough to feel good on firm conditions. The 17.5m (163cm) radius is medium for a ski like this, mixing stability with turning so it that it feels good everywhere.RockerAR Freestyle Rocker uses rockered tips and tails combined with positive camber under foot to allow the ski to charge with ease through unpredictable snow and maintain a solid carve when asked to do so. Turn the whole mountain into your playground.CoreArmada's Poplar Ash Core uses lightweight poplar combined with higher density full-length ash stringers to create an impossibly lively ski that has all the power needed for boosting to new elevations.ConstructionThe AR75 Sidewall uses semi-cap sidewall along the majority of the ski with a full cap at the tip and tails. This combination helps absorb high speed chatter and impacts from jibs.Key Features2.2 Impact edgeHeat treated and built to avoid excess weight while maintain durability, this edge gives the best balance of durability and feel of the whole Armada collection.S7 BaseThe perfect blend of durability and speed.eB tester’s comments: Mark (Trainer) effortlessly fuses smooth park and burly all-mountain handling. It's great at lazy skiing at speed and comfortably jumps from piste to off-piste.Size (cm)Tip Width (mm)Waist Width (mm)Tail Width (mm)Radius (m)Weight (g)1631239611517.516501701249611618.517501771259611719185018412696118201900General InformationSkier Ability: Intermediate|Advanced|expertRocker: Tip/Tail RockerRadius: LongBase: SinteredBindings: Ski sold flatDIN: n/aConstruction: Semi SidewallCore: WoodDemo: No [Full Details]
The shape and construction of the e-version of the Head Rally has a distinct place in the always impressive Supershape line-up. As the Titan got wider the Rally slips into the role of the piste ski that is also capable of smashing it when the conditions get rough. A bigger waist, slightly longer radius and improved dampening mean it is still a carving machine on piste but is even more stable if the snow isn't perfect.Terrain Type & Ability LevelTerrain Type The latest version of the Rally is more suited to skiing all terrain, as it is has extra stability compared to earlier models. This makes it ideal for skiers who don't want to lose any piste performance whilst still being able to spend time around the sides and in the trees, maybe even chasing fresh snow. Plus, it's not often that the pistes are perfectly groomed.Skier TypeThe Rally is now a bit wider in the waist and has a slightly longer radius than earlier models, a change that came in last season. This has noticeably improved stability without affecting how well it skis on trails and firm snow. The contact points are set right in the tip and tail so the effective edge is long, helping with the grip and the feel of immediate response when turning.OverviewShapeAmongst the changes the Rally is now a bit wider in the waist and has a slightly longer radius. This has noticeably improved stability without affecting how well it skis on trails and firm snow. The contact points are set right in the tip and tail so the effective edge is long, helping with the grip and the feel of immediate response when turning.RockereRA 3.0 S on the Supershapes uses a speed rocker which, put simply, means the ski has tip rocker and some clever tip design. There is plenty of camber along the skis length for rebound and energy. A targeted rocker at the tip with low rise, progressive radius and vibration absorbing fibres results in superior steering and less angulation is required for immediate response and a smoother ride.CoreVertically laminated wood with Graphene and twin Titanal layers. This mix of lightweight but strong materials produces a ski with the most extreme agility and thrilling responsiveness for ultimate performance. Graphene being so light means that thicker and wider Titanal sheets can be used, covering the entirety of the ski to ensure a more reactive and powerful ride. Graphene is the thinnest and lightest element ever discovered by mankind. It is also the strongest material on the planet, stronger than diamond and 300 times stronger than steel, all in the thickness of one atom. By using it in the construction Head can reduce weight and increase strength of the ski.ConstructionHead's Worldcup Sandwich Cap Construction is developed with the most sophistacted materials known to man and uses tried and test techniques. The sidewall delivers energy to ski edge precisely for the best grip; the mini cap on top adds durability. Graphene is the thinnest and lightest element ever discovered by mankind. Key FeaturesProtectorThanks to its Full Heel Release (FHR), vertical and lateral, the Head’s Protector binding can reduce the risk of injuries for both the knee and the lower leg. The reduced release values in forward and especially in backward twisting falls assure less stress for your knees and safer skiing. Conventional bindings offer only vertical release at the heel. Protector bindings offer Full Heel Release (FHR) - releasing 180 degrees (laterally and vertically). 7mm of bi-lateral movement absorbs all impacts on the binding and avoids pre-releases. The 30 degrees rotation is then only initiated when the loads are too high and the ski boot is released.eMCenergy Management Circuit, the world's only electronic ski dampening system. When the ski bends and vibrates, it takes the kinetic energy in the ski and transfers it into electrical energy, which is then used to absorb negative vibrations for a more stable experience. Smooth skiing and exceptional edge grip, whatever the conditions.eRA 3.0eRA 3.0 is a combination of technologies, shape and geometry using a targeted rocker at the tip with low rise, a progressive radius and vibration absorbing fibres. The rocker improves steering and enhances soft snow versatility. The progressive radius at the tip means that even though there is rocker, less angulation is required to get full edge contact, resulting in better grip. Intellifibers in the tip dampen vibrations for a smoother ride.eB tester’s comments: Mark (Trainer) They react precisely to skier input and run like they are on rails. They feel racy and encourage you to pick up speed, yet aren't overly stiff for slower speeds either. Size (cm)Tip Width (mm)Waist Width (mm)Tail Width (mm)Radius (m)Weight (g)1631327811412.8.170132781141422751771327811415.3.General InformationSkier Ability: Advanced|expertRocker: Tip RockerRadius: ShortBase: SinteredBindings: Integrated, Protector PR 13 GW DIN: 4 - 13Construction: Full SidewallCore: Wood, Graphene, Titanal LaminateDemo: Yes [Full Details]