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2009 VOLKL UNLIMITED AC50 REVIEW

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:18:13 -0800

2009 Volkl Unlimted AC50

The Unlimited AC50 is yet another example of how Motion iPT Wide ride brings the versatility of wide, big mountain skis to a new height. Its new shape of 128-85-112 sounds wide, but when paired with iPT Wide Ride, its incredibly nimble. For good skiers who like to bust through crud and cruise through powder, yet still have a ski that can truly rip the groomers, the AC50 is the best solution weve ever offered.

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2009 VOLKL BRIDGE SKI REVIEW

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:16:33 -0800

2009 Volkl Bridge

As the name implies, the Bridge between big mountain and park riding. The graphic borrows a little from both big-mountain and park-specific designs. The shape is 130-92-112mm, for the skier who wants a ski that rides great in the park, yet still has the width and strength to take on really deep conditions.

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2009 VOLKL GOTAMA SKI REVIEW

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:14:34 -0800

2009 Volkl Gotama

For the good big-mountain skier who wants the ultimate versatility in bringing park tricks to the huge parts of the mountain, the Gotama has been the choice for a few years now. It returns for 0809 with its best graphic ever. The top is a night-time scene, while the base is the same scene in day time.

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2009 VOLKL UNLIMITED AC30 SKI REVIEW

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:12:35 -0800

The AC30 is still the true 50/50 frontside/backside favorite within our line, featuring Motion iPT and Extended Double Grip. Its the go-to ski for advanced to expert skiers in the all-conditions category, and it returns for 0809 with a beautiful graphic update.

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2009 VOLKL CHOPSTICK SKI REVIEW

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:09:16 -0800

2009 Volkl Chopstick.

The all-new Chopstick, with its symmetrical 148-128-148 shape and ELP, is designed to enhance switch takeoffs and landings in deep snow, backcountry situations. Its also an incredible ride in deep powder, with a sublime blend of float and smearing capability. This will be the model that Dash Longe will use while filming for TGR later on this winter.

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Volkl Bridge Twin Tip Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:22:59 -0800

Bridge the gap between big mountain and park riding with the all-new 2008 Volkl Bridge Skis. For the skier who wants a ski that will ride great in the park, yet still have the width and strength to take on the big mountain, the Volkl Bridge sets the mark high. If you’re worried about getting enough grip in your turns with such a feather-light ski, don’t worry—Volkl’s Power Construction technology gives you all the stability you need to carve hard, while the Dual Layer Sensorwood Core keeps the weight airy enough to float through the pow. With the versatile Volkl Bridge Ski you don’t have to decide ahead of time whether you’d rather tackle tricks in the park or head out for some deep-powder skiing—just cross that Bridge when you get to it.

Volkl GS Racing Titanium Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:18:28 -0800

Winner of the ski industry’s largest festival ski award, the GS Powerswitch is a refined, tuneable and accessible - plus extremely fine looking and well manufactured - ski.

With Volkl’s new three way “Powerswitch” you can vary the performance of the ski considerably. Without the switch on, i.e. in the “Cruise” position the GS ‘Tigers are not what you would call passive but they are manageable and more versatile in tricky conditions such as ill-prepared slopes or poor white-light conditions. As you begin to feel more confident with the conditions or terrain you can pump up the carbon rods within the ski to “Dynamic” and instantly there is more feedback, improved grip and a higher level of performance - in fact I loved the dynamic position for general freeskiing as you feel the ski is lively but not that aggressive that it adversely effects your skiing enjoyment if the going gets a little tougher. Not having the chance on this particular model to try the “Power” on switch I can only imagine that the grip will be even more intensified and unless you are feeling particularly lively, or the conditions are particularly good, then the “Dynamic” is a fine compromise.

Volkl AC50 Unlimited 2009 Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:15:51 -0800

The Unlimited AC50 is yet another example of how Motion iPT Wide ride brings the versatility of wide, big mountain skis to a new height. Its new shape of 128-85-112 sounds wide, but when paired with iPT Wide Ride, it's incredibly nimble. For good skiers who like to bust through crud and cruise through powder, yet still have a ski that can truly rip the groomers, the AC50 is the best solution Volkl ever offered.

Volkl AC30 Unlimited 2009 Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:11:57 -0800

The AC30 is still one of the best performing expert level “ski everything” skis, but remember it says “Volkl” on them and they do not tolerate bad technique (although we did ski them with a more “classic stance” and they will submit to some “Old School” turns and the dreaded “Christy” for those that just don’t want to give it up).

Volkl Attiva Fuego Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:08:34 -0800

Volkl combined the Women's Attiva S5 Titanium Ski with the Marker Attiva Motion iPT 11.0 Binding so you can tear it up at the resort. A soft flex and light weight make this setup a hardcore carver's dream. Dual titanium sheet construction and a wood core give the S5 Ski race-like strength that howls down the mountain. The Attiva women's-specific design uses Volkl's 20/20 theory—making the core 20% softer and 20% lighter to accommodate women's balance and weight distribution. The Attiva tip design gives the shovel a low profile for easy turn initiation and reduced swing weight. This creates lightning-quick edging and full use of the entire ski edge.

Volkl Gotama Powder Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:05:35 -0800

The Volkl Gotama has made a name for itself as the king of the fat skis. Period. The 2009 version aims to keep that tradition alive, winning editors picks awards from just about every ski magazine that got a taste. Big mountain, backcountry and hard-charging resort skiers alike thrive on this ski!

Volkl Wall Twin Tip Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:02:15 -0800

The wall is for the serious park rider who wants the best – 115-87-115mm is the shape, with a fully symmetrical sidecut for switch riding, a full Sensorwood core, and Power construction.

Volkl Tigershark 10 w/Powerswitch Ski Review

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0800

The Tigershark 10 Foot raises the performance bar for skiers who want to ski fast all day on firm snow. With all the same construction technologies as the 12 Foot, the 10 Footer has a 121-73-105 shape for high-speed carving.

Volkl AC 40 Ski Review

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 20:54:27 -0800

"For good skiers who want to ski every possible condition the mountain can dish out, the AC40 has a layer of carbon fiber for additional liveliness. With Extended Sensorwood core, Extended Double Grip, and the Motion iPT system, the AC40 Carbon is quite probably the best-performing mid-fat system available in the market today."

Volkl AC 30 Ski Review

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 20:52:47 -0800

"Last season's AC3 returns as the AC30 unchanged other than the fact that the graphic is even more attractive. It's still the true 50/50 frontside/backside favorite within our line, also with iPT and Extended Double Grip. The go-to ski for advanced to expert skiers in the all-conditions category."