Head Kore 87 Skis 2021

Product Description

Head’s Kore range is super successful, proving that lightweight doesn’t need to be light on performance. This new 87 version is the narrowest they have made yet & it slots in as fun, energetic all mountain model or as a great all-round BC ski when matched up with tour capable bindings. All the tech of the Kore range is present including the impressive blend of Koroyd, Graphene & Carbon & it’s this mix that manages to make it impressively light without affecting performance. Terrain Type & Ability Level Terrain Type The Kore 87 wants to ski everywhere, it’s perfect for all conditions & handles piste surprisingly well with fun, energetic turns. It is away from groomed snow that it shines, thanks to a very balanced feel. Little errors aren’t punished when the snow or terrain is difficult, encouraging you to ski positively & make the most of it. Tight trees, packed moguls & skied out powder are all its natural home. 87mm underfoot is a good compromise to match the unfussy handling & ensure it works well on pistes. If you want more soft snow float, then look at its bigger brother, the Kore 93. Skier Type Good intermediate to advanced or even lighter weight experts. All with an eye on skiing every bit of terrain on the mountain. To get the best from the ski, decent technique is required but it won’t punish bad habits. & it certainly won’t feel a handful if the skiing gets tricky. It’s definitely more playful than powerful, but it isn’t some lightweight wishy-washy thing, it will hold & edge & power out turns when pushed. It is going to appeal a wide variety of abilities & skiers. Overview Shape 87mm underfoot is a good compromise to match the unfussy handling & ensure it works well on pistes. The contact points at the tip & tail aren’t in the extremeties, which creates smooth turn initiation & completion, as opposed to instant bite & or hold at the end of a turn. This is perfect for skiing away from groomed snow as it makes the ski more predictable & stable. If you want more soft snow float, then look at its bigger brother, the Kore 93. Rocker Tip & Tail Rocker is the best combination for skis that are set up primarily for soft snow. The tip rocker helps with turn initiation & floats in softer or mixed conditions. The camber ensures there is good grip & energy, & the tail rocker aids turn release. The result is the best handling for skiing away from groomed snow. Core The Karuba Light Weight core really is a clever piece of engineering. The Karuba wood has the perfect ratio of density & weight, giving the ski its pop & personality. Integrated with this are Koroyd & Graphene (explained in detail below). The combination of these 3 materials ensure the ski is light & balanced. Construction Okay, take a breath, the Graphene Koroyd Carbon Superlite Sandwich Cap Construction takes some beating as a name. It basically means the ski is light, durable & balanced, as well as lively. This Graphene Koroyd Carbon triumvirate keep the weight right down without damaging performance. The sidewalls ensure precise energy transfer & the cap adds durability. Finally, the Topless Tech of polyester fleece is used instead of a heavy traditional plastic topsheet. Key Features Koroyd Koroyd is a honeycomb shaped material at the heart of the Kore. It’s super light & incredibly elastic, as well as very strong. It is crucial in making the ski feel so light but still so lively. Graphene
- Kore Graphene is the thinnest & lightest element ever discovered by mankind. It is also the strongest material on the planet, stronger than diamond & 300 times stronger than steel, all in the thickness of one atom. By using it in the tip & tail, Head can reduce weight & increase the responsiveness in deep snow.e B tester’s comments: Luke (Buying Team) Always a fan of the Kore skis & the 87 is a great addition to the line-up. Nimble enough for use on piste but the tip profile makes it easy to ski in softer snow. Floats well & is light under foot, a dream to ski on. Technical Specifications Size (cm) Tip Width (mm) Waist Width (mm) Tail Width (mm) Radius (m) Weight (g)1711801308711015.1189 General Information Skier Ability: Intermediate/ Advanced/expert Terrain Type: All Mountain Rocker: Tip/ Tail Rocker Radius: Short Base: Sintered Bindings: n/a DIN: n/a Construction: Full Sidewall Core: Wood, Carbon, Graphene, Koroyd Demo: No Sizing Description: Nose level to forehead height is ideal, but longer length is important if there is a bigger rocker or you’re spending more time off piste where the extra stability & float a larger size provides will be beneficial.