The Volkl Essenza Aurena is an ideal first ski for the skier looking for a long term partner to develop their skiing with confidently, & in style! A light weight & stable women’s specific ski, the Aurena features a little bit of ‘tip rocker’, which lifts the nose from the snow earlier for smoother turns & much less risk of catching an edge as you tilt the ski to turn,  giving you a huge confidence boost as you progress your carving turns. The core is a full wood core & this model features Woodcore Light, a women’s specific lightened wood core, to keep the weight down & yet give the skis superb feedback from the commands you give them as you make your turns. The nose & tail have been widened on this model, giving it a very curvy side-cut (profile) which means short turns & stopping in a hurry is a breeze. The result is a stable & yet extremely playful short turning ski, that is light underfoot without feeling unstable. FEATURES & BENEFITS Traditional Camber with a light tip rocker for a stable nose & smooth turns Woodcore LIGHT ski core – A Lightweight with a progressive flex for a smoother ride XTD PROGRESSive – Women’s specific 3D shaping for flex where it is needed giving a softer nose to the skis

Specification Sidecut: 120mm-75mm-105mm Radius: 11.4 Metres (147cm length) 12.8 Metres (153cm Length) 13.7 Metres (159cm Length) Base Profile: Traditional Camber with a light Tip Rocker Ski Core: Woodcore LIGHT Technology: XTD PROGRESSive Bindings: Volkl-Marker 4 Motion ESSENZA   Womens Specific Bindings with integrated design IS IT FOR ME? For the relatively new skier or a skier who maybe needs a good confidence boost in order to progress, the Aurena will give you a very stable & easy to control ski that you can then build your skiing skills with. An easy-cruising ski, I could make very short turns easily with this ski, so confidence levels were sky high! If you are looking to make fast, open turns, this ski will do it but it is not really designed for this, it feels more at home on shorter turns, on easier runs through to reds, & just means that you can relax a little as you enter & exit each turn as the nose doesn’t catch an edge thanks to the rocker they have put in the nose. Very light too, which is always a bonus :o)

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The entry model for athletic women. For those new to skiing but looking to climb fast to a new level. For years now Volkl have been dedicated to constructing women’s skis that are precisely attuned to the female anatomy. The BIO-LOGIC xtra LIGHT technology impacts all key characteristics & defines the flex, sidecut, & core structure to fit the

Dimensions of athletic ladies. The results are the ESSENZA. It is absolutely reliable & very light thanks to thier long experience in light weight construction, in German quality of course. Features & Benefits The Aurena Features a tip rocker profile, this means that the variable edge length at the shovel makes the ski much easier to turn. It has a cambered area underneath the foot & at the tail, this provides a feeling of power, drive & grip. XTD Progressive Technology- XTD Progressive Technology features a unique 3D design that stabilizes the front of the ski & transfers power toward the mid-body, for a comfortable ride & easy balance. This construction is very stable & easy to handle. The Progressive Flex (softer) tail allows the skier to transition to the next turn with ease. Woodcore LIGHT- A central member surrounded by PU, Wood Core provides stable, lively skis to improving novice & intermediate skiers. Ski

Specification Geometry: 120mm/75mm/105mm Turn Radius: 12.8 Metres for 153cm length Terrain:  Piste Core
Material:  Woodcore LIGHT Camber/ Rocker:  Tip rocker Technology:  BIO-LOGIC Bindings: 4 Motion Weight;  2425g for 153cm with binding SKI PROFILE Snow Conditions: All Conditions Ski Terrain: On-Piste, All Conditions Skier Level: Beginner, Intermediate   This is a great confidence building ski for a progressing skier. Its short radius turns are solid & easy to initiate & the ski has a very light feels to it whilst maintaining the feel of quality. Is this for me? If you are still building your skills as a skier & still have aspirations then this cheeky little number is well worth a look. It will fill you with complete confidence when stringing together some beautiful parallel turns on the reds & blues.




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The Volkl Bridge does exactly what it says on the tin, providing a versatile ski that is as adept at freeride piste skiing as it is in the park flying off kickers. The Volkl Bridge is we feel a pretty rare beast – A ski that can truly perform at 100% in the park & out in the powder too. This incredible versatility is thanks to a moderate full freeride rocker, a ‘just-right’ 95mm width & superb edge grip. Being a Volkl, & with Tough Box Construction & a traditional sidewall, durability & edge hold is a given! It is a testament to this ski that an intermediate piste skier could jump on them & have a huge smile after a few minutes of adjusting, & yet an expert skier could grab them & throw it all out there in the park. This ski truly does bridge the gap between freeride mountain skiing & park skiing & does it in style. FEATURES & BENEFITS Full Freeride Rocker, moderate for easier carving when required Multi-Layer Wood Core  – Lightweight with superb rebound for pop out of turns & from big jumps & drops Tough Box Construction for durability & amazing edge hold

Specification Sidecut: 128mm-95mm-115mm Radius: 18.5 Metres (171cm length) 20.7 Metres (179cm Length) 22.9 Metres (187cm Length) Base Profile: Full Freeride Rocker Ski Core: Multi-Layer Wood Core   Bindings: Not Included – Pair with a Marker Jester or similar, 100-110mm brake recommended SKI PROFILE Snow Conditions: All-Conditions Ski Terrain: All-Mountain, Park, Freestyle Skier Level: Good Intermediates, Advanced, Expert, Professional IS IT FOR ME? For the playful freeride skier that likes to spend time in the park as well as hunting out fresh lines out on the mountain. Volkl just have this canny knack of producing skis that are exactly what certain customers need. For a freeride skier that wants to mess around in the park (And we don’t just mean ski along the edge of it like I do!) these are superb. There is plenty of pop in them thanks to the multi layered wood core that puts rebound where it is needed, & the rider position has been tweaked too. It is a testament to these skis that I would happily buy them as an all mountain ski, even though I am not a park skiers, & yet members of the UK test team that are park orientated were doing things that you would expect from a dedicated Park ski, on the test pipe & jumps in Kuhtai. This ski is just that good! & if you are an all mountain skier who still spends a fair chunk of time on the piste, in changeable conditions, these are a great ski hitting that 95mm wide sweet spot.

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The ski for those who love time in powder, in the park & on groomers. For those riders who love time in the powder but spend most of their time on the groomed slopes & occasionally want to throw off some new tricks on the kicker & park, the Bridge with a moderate full rocker is the optimal fun machine. Tough Box Construction features a multi-layered wood core wrapped with a composite/fiberglass sheath to create the ultimate resilience & snap for Völkl’s freeskiing models. Surrounding the core in the mid-body of the ski, it adds snap, strength & binding screw retention. The top-of-the-line models in the V�-LKL Alpine ski range boast a special wood core tuning system
- all powered by titanium. There is a layer of titanium reinforcing the ski & adding power & stability. The thin yet extremely strong aluminium alloy extends its unparalleled dampening properties particularly at high speeds. Völkl freeskiing models feature a multi-layer wood core with 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 secure screw retention & stability, while the softer poplar section allows for resilience & snap. The flex pattern can be tailored to each ski model to match the desired performance characteristics. Ski

Specification Geometry: 128mm/95mm/115mm    Turn Radius: 20.7 Metres for 179cm length Terrain:  Freeride/ All-Mountain/ Freestyle Core
Material:  Multi-Layer Woodcore Camber/ Rocker:  Full Rocker Technology:  Tough Box Construction, Multi-layer woodcore Bindings:   No Bindings Included
- see recommendations below SKI PROFILE Snow Conditions: All-Conditions Ski Terrain: All-Mountain, Park, Freestyle Skier Level: Good Intermediates, Advanced, Expert, Professional Fantastic all-mountain ski this one, you really can ride it anywhere. It will suit the piste & park skier a bit more than off piste so it is ideally placed between the Mantra & Kendo. You do get a lot of ski for the money! Is this for me? If you are into riding the entire mountain from piste to park this ski is a really nice, well priced tool for the job. It turns very well on piste & has superb edge hold on steeps & hardpack. This really is a very good all-rounder for the more adventurous skier.     SKI BINDING ADVICE: You will need a minimum 100mm brake width for this ski. You could go for a Marker Griffon or for ultimate versatilty the Griffon Schizo. You can always go wider for your brakes but dont be tempted to go narrower. View our bindings department.  




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The Cashew is an uncomprimised backcountry freestyle board.   The fact that it is extremely environmentally consciouusly manufactered, has in no way limited what Volkl have managed to achieve with this ride. Packed to the brim with technology & features.  

Specification Construction: Directional Freeride Sidecut, All Mountain/ Powder rocker, Convex Powder Base, Wooden Veneer topsheet with partial grip lacquer, Supreme Woodcore, Shock Absorbers, Wooden Sidewalls with TPU dampening,  POP 2.0 stringers, Sintered Recycled Base   Length: 162cm Running length: 124.0cm Waist

Width: 26.1cm Sidecut radius: 8.55m (average) Setback: 15mm Flex: 6  

Features: Directional Freestyle Sidecut – A great combination of directional sidecut & slight setback enables a rider to lap the park with complete confidence, & take the same board to the big leagues of backcountry madness. Slightly stiffer in the tail than the nose, these boards float great in the powder, but can also be ridden with the bindings centred on the board for a more freestyle biased ride. As with all Volkl snowboard sidecuts, multiple radii are blended together to produce an extremely controlled turn, allowing slight pressure changes to alter your turn radius, without having to drastically alter body position.   The Powder Rocker profile, has a flat section of board extending from just behind the rear binding inserts, to the middle of the front binding inserts.   Up front there is a fairly long, & high rockered section leading into nose, & out back there is a shorter, less tall rockered section leading into the tail to drop the back end into the soft snow. Front end lift is effortless.   The base of the board lifts up as it approaches the edges, this Convex Powder Base makes catching an edge a thing of the past, & provides even greater float in the powder, as the resistance is much higher at the edges of the board.   Wooden Veneer topsheet – Rather than extruding the graphics into the back of the topsheet material, the graphical design is printed directly onto the wooden topsheet of the board, eliminating the need for the heavy topsheet entirely.   Great weight saving for the board, & great resource saving for the planet.   Sections of the topsheet lacquer are impregnated with coarse, or fine grains, this Partial Grip Lacquer adds both grip, & a very visually stimulating graphical design.   Supreme Woodcore is made from tip to tail Aspen-Falcatta blend, with four strips of Falcatta integrated into the Aspen core.   This results in a lightweight, strong & flexible core material.   Shock Absorbers are single sheets of hardwood laid into the core where the board thickness tapers down at the tip & tail.   Wooden Sidewalls with TPU Dampening – Several different plys of Armor wood above a layer of shock absorbing thermal poly urethane.   This not only looks stunning,  but achieve a more consistent flex pattern than ABS sidewalls





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For years now Volkl have been dedicated to constructing women’s skis that are precisely attuned to the female anatomy. The BIO-LOGIC xtra LIGHT technology impacts all key characteristics & defines the flex, sidecut, & core structure to fit the

Dimensions of athletic ladies. The results are the ESSENZA. It is absolutely reliable & very light thanks to thier long experience in light weight construction, in German quality of course. The Charisma Features a tip rocker profile, this means that the variable edge length at the shovel makes the ski much easier to turn. It has a cambered area underneath the foot & at the tail, this provides a feeling of power, drive & grip. Double Grip XTD- Ever since carving was invented, edge grip has been vital. Precise hold has become the deciding factor in skiing as speeds & carving forces have increased. In order to optimise power over the edges, V�-LKL has developed the Double Grip principle: double height, double edge grip! The doubling of the Wood Core construction with a second wood core built up over the edges allows greater power transfer & stability & increases leverage. With Double Grip XTD, the additional wood core extends along the entire length of the ski. This makes the continuous flex of the ski rounder & more harmonious. The result is precise edge grip & reliable hold so you can carve your track through the snow at high speeds XTD Woodcore Xtra LIGHT- The Extended (XTD) Wood Core is used in Dual XTD Transmission constructions. More forgiving than the Extended Sensorwood Core, it consists of a solid central section that extends toward the tip & tail. In the Essenza series, the Xtralight wood cores are created using lighter weight material, along with channels milled out of the bottom of the core. Snappy & resilient, these hight tech wood cores save significant weight. Ski

Specification Geometry: 127mm/79mm/100mm Turn Radius:  15.2 Metres for 156cm Length Terrain:  Piste Core
Material:  XTD Woodcore xtra LIGHT Camber/ Rocker:  Tip rocker Technology:  BIO-LOGIC Bindings:  i PT Emotion Weight; 2660g for 156cm with binding Skier Profile Skier Level: Advanced to Expert Skier Energy: For Aggressive skiers Snow Conditions: All Snow Conditions Snow Terrain: On-Piste, all conditions I really enjoyed this ski, it is very powerful & has very impressive grip & edge hold. It is suited for the more performance orientated skier as the ski is at its best when going fast. Is this for me? A great ski this one, suitable for the female skier demanding that bit more from their skis. It has a solid & sturdy feel that comes with great build quality & a performance you would expect from German engineering. It will cope with variable conditions & slight off piste skiing but is primarily a piste ski.




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The Volkl Essenza Chiara is squarely aimed at the majority of European women skiers; a fantastic all conditions piste ski, confidence inspiring & able to adapt to all snow conditions. At 77mm wide although a piste biased ski it offers enough width to make trips between the runs too, & that width creates a very stable ski that means that you can focus on enjoying the mountain. The Volkl Chiara for 2014 has also had significant weight reduction thanks to an updated Biologic xtra LIGHT construction & revised Marker binding system. The core is a full wood core for superb rebound, whilst the 3D top sheet offers extra support where it is needed in the nose, tail & along the edges without making this feel too stiff a ski, making it ideal for the intermediate skier who may wish to progress, or is perfectly happy cruising the blues. The addition of a modern tip rocker to the ski, lifting the nose a little, means that you also get smooth entry into turns, & fantastic nose stability even in soft or chopped up snow. With the updated Marker 4 Motion ESSENZA binding & the Biologic womens specific lightened xtra LIGHT wood core, this ski is also lightweight for easy transport, & lighter turns edge to edge, without any loss of grip or control when skiing the mountain. FEATURES & BENEFITS Traditional Camber with a light tip rocker for a stable nose & smooth turns Wood Core xtra LIGHT ski core – An amazingly light core yet responsive when you press into your turns Bio-Logic xtra LIGHT – Women’s specific design with optimised lighter weight throughout

Specification Sidecut:  123mm-77mm-97mm Radius: 14.0 Metres (148cm length) 15.7 Metres (155cm Length) 17.4 Metres (162cm Length) Base Profile: Traditional Camber with a light Tip Rocker Ski Core: Wood Core xtra LIGHT Bindings: Volkl-Marker 4 Motion ESSENZA  Womens Specific Bindings with integrated design SKI PROFILE Snow Conditions: All-Conditions Ski Terrain: Piste, All-Mountain Skier Level: Good Intermediates, Advanced, Expert A ski that I found does exactly what it is designed to do, which is to be a confidence inspiring blue run cruiser that also has plenty of ‘extra’ built in for those that want to push harder & carve up more advanced runs too. They have removed a lot of weight from these skis this year too, which you do notice when you pick them up, & makes the ski feel very nimble underfoot, even with it being wider than a classic piste ski. A lovely ski! IS IT FOR ME? The ideal ski for many of our customers that we see in store, who may be skiing 1 or 2 weeks per year, are at a good intermediate level & either want a ski that they can just step into & ski like a comfortable pair of slippers, or a ski that will not dent your confidence & allow you to fine tune your carving skills.

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Forgiving yet lively- thanks to the wood core it is wonderfully light in all circumstances which enables controlled, simple turn initiation at all speeds. For years now Volkl have been dedicated to constructing women’s skis that are precisely attuned to the female anatomy. The BIO-LOGIC xtra LIGHT technology impacts all key characteristics & defines the flex, sidecut, & core structure to fit the

Dimensions of athletic ladies. The results are the ESSENZA. It is absolutely reliable & very light thanks to thier long experience in light weight construction, in German quality of course. The Chiara Features a tip rocker profile, this means that the variable edge length at the shovel makes the ski much easier to turn. It has a cambered area underneath the foot & at the tail, this provides a feeling of power, drive & grip. XTD Progressive Technology- XTD Progressive Technology features a unique 3D design that stabilizes the front of the ski & transfers power toward the mid-body, for a comfortable ride & easy balance. This construction is very stable & easy to handle. The Progressive Flex (softer) tail allows the skier to transition to the next turn with ease. Woodcore Xtra LIGHT- A central member surrounded by PU, Wood Core provides stable, lively skis to improving novice & intermediate skiers. In the V-WERKS & Essenza series, along with the Touring series, our Xtralight wood cores are created using lighter weight material, along with channels milled out of the bottom of the core. Snappy & resilient, these hight tech wood cores save significant weight. Ski

Specification Geometry:  123mm/77mm/97mm Turn Radius: 15.7 Metres for 155cm length Terrain:  Piste Core
Material:  XTD Woodcore xtra LIGHT Camber/ Rocker:  Tip rocker Technology:  BIO-LOGIC Bindings:   i PT Emotion Weight;  2380g for 155cm with binding SKI PROFILE Snow Conditions: All-Conditions Ski Terrain: Piste, All-Mountain Skier Level: Good Intermediates, Advanced, Expert   This is a very enjoyable ski for riding the piste, it has a very easy turn initiation thanks to its geometry & lightness. The skis also has a very responsive & stable feel to it that will fill any skier with complete confidence when skiing on any condition. Is this for me? If you are an upper intermediate to advanced skier after something that is a perfect balance between being powerful & playful this ski is a great option for you. It’s built mostly for the piste but will handle the occasional side excursion with fair results. 




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The Volkl CODE S is a Slalom Racing inspired ski for the aspirational aggressive piste skier wanting supreme edge hold on tight & precise carving turns & lightning response The Volkl Code S is the perfect fusion of SL slalom racing skis with a freeride spirit. A high performance piste ski which features tip & tail rocker for versatility. The Speedwall sidewalls derived from Volkl’s World Cup Race programme give incredible edge hold & allow the ski to execute radical edge angles when in attack mode, & can be waxed to give even faster performance! FEATURES & BENEFITS Full Sensor Wood Core – Stiffness in the right places for power & stability Power Construction Powered By Titanium  – Designed to deliver smooth & stable power to the ski edges thanks to a Titanium laminate fused to the wood core Speedwall sidewalls for amazing edge hold. Can be waxed for even more performance

Specification Sidecut:  122mm-74mm-104mm Radius: 13.6 Metres (159cm length) 15.0 Metres (166cm Length) Ski Core: Full Sensor Wood Core Construction: Speedwall sidewalls Bindings: Volkl-Marker R-Motion Performance binding system SKI PROFILE Snow Conditions: All-Conditions Ski Terrain: Pistes, Light Off-Piste use Skier Level: Advanced, Expert, Professional IS IT FOR ME? This ski is for the aggressive piste skier, who wants precise & tight turns, & racing ski qualities but in a day-to-day manageable package. Although a piste ski the tip & tail rocker give it all conditions versatility & the ability to ski between runs too The Code S is a rocket of a ski giving shorter hooked in turns & yet has tonnes of versatility when piste conditions are less than ideal thanks to the slight tip rocker”

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The Volkl Code UVO is the perfect fusion of racing skis with a freeride spirit. A high performance piste ski which features tip & tail rocker for versatility. The key feature on the Volkl CODE UVO is the Ultimate Vibration Object (UVO) integrated into the ski design. It is a free-floating, 360 degree vibration absorbing system to minimise disruptive ski vibration in the tips, when skiing on undulating pistes at high speeds. The skis nose moves in all directions, & UVO technology delivers proven reduction of these vibrations, delivering a quieter more stable & precise ride. FEATURES & BENEFITS Full Sensor Wood Core – Stiffness in the right places for power & stability Power Construction Powered By Titanium  – Designed to deliver smooth & stable power to the ski edges thanks to a Titanium laminate fused to the wood core UVO damping system, the ski is designed specifically around a tip mounted ride damping system, for smoother handling & control. World Cup proven!

Specification Sidecut:  122mm-76mm-104mm Radius: 16.3 Metres (168cm length) 18.0 Metres (175cm Length) Ski Core: Full Sensor Wood Core Construction: Speedwall sidewalls for amazing edge hold. Can be waxed for even more performance Bindings: Volkl-Marker x Motion Performance binding system SKI PROFILE Snow Conditions: All-Conditions Ski Terrain: Pistes, Light Off-Piste use Skier Level: Advanced, Expert, Professional Every tester that came off these skis had a huge grin on their face, & was raving about these skis. They are fast, nimble, & the UVO system really does work, smoothing out the nose of the ski so you can focus on your next turn, however choppy the piste is. A simply stunning piste ski made even better with the addition of the world cup proven UVO device! IS IT FOR ME? This ski is for the aggressive piste skier, who wants racing ski qualities but in a day-to-day manageable package. Although a piste ski the tip & tail rocker give it all conditions versatility & the ability to ski between runs too.

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