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K2 Mindbender 106C Skis · Women's �� 2023 · 159 cm

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K2 Mindbender 106C Skis · Women's · 2023 · 175 cm

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 All the Mindbender skis for both men and women feature what's called torsion control design philosophy in which we make the ski a little bit more torsionally stiff in the forebody of the ski to make it nice and precise and easy to initiate turns and then we gradually relax that stiffness as we get towards the tail to make the ski nice and easy to manipulate and compliant when you want to manipulate that turn shape. So from a freeride setting that's a perfect blend of precision as well as forgiveness. The Mindbender 106 Carbon Alliance features a women-specific wood core and then also a ton of technology built into this. It's a little bit lighter weight ski because it's really meant for softer snow and powder snow conditions and what we do to we complement that lightweight women-specific core with a full carbon fiber spectral braid in which we can vary the angle here in the forebody so it's nice and tight to make that ski very precise from a turn initiation standpoint but then those angles in the variable X cloth here really get more relaxed as we get towards the tail and that allows it to slash and drift whenever you want it to

 So whether you're making a longer radius turns down a mellow or back bowl slope in the pow or you're skiing a tight shoot this thing is going to really be easy to manipulate the turn shape on. It features a powder rocker forebody as well as tail so it's going to give you tons of flotation especially with that 106 waist width it's going to be a phenomenal ski for your expert level female skier looking for something for the best days of the year as well as something that's still versatile enough to ski the day or two days after a good storm that 106 waist width still going to give you plenty of flotation in the crud and chewed up conditions but still not so wide that it's not going to be effective on hard pack at all. It features also a full vertical sidewall here and then again that powder rocker is going to make it float really well. The Mindbender 106 carbon alliance definitely going to be an awesome ski for that hard charging female ripper that's looking for an awesome ski for softer snow and powder conditions

 How's it going? This is Clem Smith with K2 Skis here in Colorado talking to you folks today at Christie Sports about the all-new Mindbender 106 Carbon Alliance high-performance women-specific freeride ski. The Mindbender 106 Alliance is part of our Mindbender freeride series of skis which is all new for this season. All the Mindbender skis for both men and women feature what's called torsion control design philosophy in which we make the ski a little bit more torsionally stiff in the forebody of the ski to make it nice and precise and easy to initiate turns and then we gradually relax that stiffness as we get towards the tail to make the ski nice and easy to manipulate and compliant when you want to manipulate that turn shape. So from a freeride setting that's a perfect blend of precision as well as forgiveness

 The Mindbender 106 Carbon Alliance features a women-specific wood core and then also a ton of technology built into this. It's a little bit lighter weight ski because it's really meant for softer snow and powder snow conditions and what we do to we complement that lightweight women-specific core with a full carbon fiber spectral braid in which we can vary the angle here in the forebody so it's nice and tight to make that ski very precise from a turn initiation standpoint but then those angles in the variable X cloth here really get more relaxed as we get towards the tail and that allows it to slash and drift whenever you want it to. So whether you're making a longer radius turns down a mellow or back bowl slope in the pow or you're skiing a tight shoot this thing is going to really be easy to manipulate the turn shape on. It features a powder rocker forebody as well as tail so it's going to give you tons of flotation especially with that 106 waist width it's going to be a phenomenal ski for your expert level female skier looking for something for the best days of the year as well as something that's still versatile enough to ski the day or two days after a good storm that 106 waist width still going to give you plenty of flotation in the crud and chewed up conditions but still not so wide that it's not going to be effective on hard pack at all

 It features also a full vertical sidewall here and then again that powder rocker is going to make it float really well. The Mindbender 106 carbon alliance definitely going to be an awesome ski for that hard charging female ripper that's looking for an awesome ski for softer snow and powder conditions.

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K2 Mindbender 106 C Alliance Skis - Women's 2020 Review

 I found that the wide tip was enough on a powder day that you'd get enough float, but you would still be able to navigate the crud and they held a pretty good groomer. They were able to plow through the skied out stuff, but still be able to float through the light and fluffy. I think this ski would be best for an intermediate to advanced, it handles well throughout the whole mountain. The tips, because they are so wide, they can be a little grabby, but you do want that for the powder days, so I think a beginner might struggle a little bit, but I think the intermediate to advanced will have a really fun time and they'll be able to tackle the whole mountain

 I tested the K2 Mine Vendor 106C Alliance. The mine vendors did really well in a variety of terrain. I found that the wide tip was enough on a powder day that you'd get enough float, but you would still be able to navigate the crud and they held a pretty good groomer. They were able to plow through the skied out stuff, but still be able to float through the light and fluffy

 Hi, I'm Kate Verhagen, I'm 32 years old, I live in Aroslin, BC and I'm a geologist. I am 163 pounds and I am 5 foot 10. I tested the K2 Mine Vendor 106C Alliance. The mine vendors did really well in a variety of terrain

Forecast Ski Magazine presents: The People's Ski Test

Ski: K2 Mindbender 106C W Alliance
Reviewer: Kate Verhagen
Location: Red Mountain Resort

For more info on this ski, and to read Kate's full review and bio, visit http://www.forecastski.com/gear.

The People's Ski Test - K2 Mindbender 106C W Alliance

 It really gives it this lively, energetic feel without the added weight of metal. And also it's obviously less demanding without metal. Carbon and wood core really do a great job at blending a lot of properties that go really well together to enhance performance between maneuverability and stability which is ideal for all-mountain performance. For shape and profile, we have all-terrain rocker and like I said earlier, this model has a bit more rocker this year

 This year's model carries forward the same construction as last year's but with new graphics. This is a wider, more rockered version with a directional profile which is a little bit different than your typical 106 underfoot ski that's geared more towards soft snow, powder conditions because it has a more directional profile. So speaking to the construction of this ski, we have an Aspen veneer core which, as we know from that material, just has lightweight properties and just enhances maneuverability and agility. And then in addition to that, we have two carbon applications

 And I don't know if you can see it but I could see it a little bit ago when I first looked at the ski up here. But it's basically this weaved technology that goes throughout the ski and it has the carbon materials weaved horizontally in the tip and underfoot. And then as you get closer to the tail, it changes to a more vertical shape. So what that does is it just adds more precision and control in the tips by the placement of the carbon, you know, stability and torsional rigidity underfoot

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2023 K2 Mindbender 106C W - SkiEssentials.com Ski Test

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The Volkl M6 Mantra has truly earned our approval as the best all-mountain ski, keeping the Mantra series atop the podium once again. With high scores across all testing metrics, the M6 transmits a magnetic and confidence-inspiring ride to the skier through all types of terrain and snow conditions. Whether the forecast is unclear and snow conditions uncertain, staying true to your “Mantra” is what we recommend. With three of Volkl’s Tailored Technologies underfoot, be prepared to tackle anything the mountain throws your way.
This year Volkl introduces their 3D Radius Sidecut technology to the M6 Mantra. Boasting three different turn radii within the side of the ski, the M6 can achieve a different turn outcome depending on skier input. This new technology admittedly took some getting used to. However, we found the tech especially helpful when merging onto a new run with more traffic or exiting a mogul field back onto the groomer. The M6 Mantra is on the damp side of the spectrum for skis. But we can’t complain when the overall result is the superior combination of stability and maneuverability that this ski offers through icy groomers, afternoon chop and slop, and deep pow days.

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On the heels of the extremely successful and well-loved M5, Volkl hasn’t rocked the boat too much with the new M6 Mantra. It remains an extremely powerful and precise all-mountain option that’s perfectly happy in the hands of hard chargers at speed. Volkl did make some tweaks to the Titanal Frame construction: shorter skis now have less metal and are a little softer, while longer options are stronger with more metal. You also get the brand’s 3D Radius (also found in the Kendo below), which effectively gives the ski three different turn radii. In practice, it’s pretty impressive, and the M6 feels comfortable at everything from tight and quick turns to wide GS sweepers.

It’s a close call between the M6 and Nordica Enforcer above, and both are versatile, standout models. In parsing out the differences, the Mantra is noticeably wider at the tip (by 8mm), and its stiffer build gives it the advantage in terms of stability. But the Nordica is more comfortable in tight spaces with its nimble, easier-to-manage flex (this also makes it a better option for intermediate-level skiers). Both are excellent one-quiver options for riders that spend the majority of their time on groomers or in regions with moderate snowfall. We think the Nordica is a bit more well-rounded, but if you prioritize unflappable performance in nearly all conditions, the M6 Mantra is hard to beat.See the Volkl M6 Mantra  See the Women's Volkl Secret

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The Volkl M6 Mantra has truly earned our approval as the best all-mountain ski, keeping the Mantra series atop the podium once again. With high scores across all testing metrics, the M6 transmits a magnetic and confidence-inspiring ride to the skier through all types of terrain and snow conditions. Whether the forecast is unclear and snow conditions uncertain, staying true to your "Mantra" is what we recommend. With three of Volkl's Tailored Technologies underfoot, be prepared to tackle anything the mountain throws your way.
This version of the M6 Mantra comes with Volkl's 3D Radius Sidecut technology. Boasting three different turn radii within the side of the ski, the M6 can achieve a different turn outcome depending on skier input. This new technology admittedly took some getting used to. However, we found the tech especially helpful when merging onto a new run with more traffic or exiting a mogul field back onto the groomer. The M6 Mantra is on the damp side of the spectrum for skis. But we can't complain when the overall result is the superior combination of stability and maneuverability that this ski offers through icy groomers, afternoon chop and slop, and deep pow days.
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6'0 270lbs here. Volkl M6 Mantra 184 is what I ski, and before that I was on an older pair of Matra's. This is what you want, or something similarly stiff like a Nordica Enforcer etc.

I recently switched from boards to skiing again and am looking for a solid all mountain ski that will actually let me carve instead of just folding and sliding sideways.  I don't have much faith in the Amazon sponsored lists, and every manufacturer seems happy to say that their ski will work great, so I'm looking for real world info.

I am 6'3" and presently 260lbs and falling (down from 300).  I intend to reach a 230lb goal weight by next season.  I am mostly on 184 k2 poacher twin tips, but the whole twin thing isnt as fun as I had expected.  I have a worn out pair of 193 salomon xscreams that are old and shitty.  I ski midwest groomed/ice 95% of the time 2+ times a week with occasional real snowfall and 1-2 trips west.  I'd say I'm solid intermediate maybe a little advanced, sometimes I like to go 25-30mph according to gps.

I have been told to get skis with metal, and avoid the capped ones for ones with more rigid sidewalls.  Hoping to look late or off season because I just spent alot on proper boots.  Anyone have advice?

<div class="md"><p>I recently switched from boards to skiing again and am looking for a solid all mountain ski that will actually let me carve instead of just folding and sliding sideways.  I don&#39;t have much faith in the Amazon sponsored lists, and every manufacturer seems happy to say that their ski will work great, so I&#39;m looking for real world info.</p>

<p>I am 6&#39;3&quot; and presently 260lbs and falling (down from 300).  I intend to reach a 230lb goal weight by next season.  I am mostly on 184 k2 poacher twin tips, but the whole twin thing isnt as fun as I had expected.  I have a worn out pair of 193 salomon xscreams that are old and shitty.  I ski midwest groomed/ice 95% of the time 2+ times a week with occasional real snowfall and 1-2 trips west.  I&#39;d say I&#39;m solid intermediate maybe a little advanced, sometimes I like to go 25-30mph according to gps.</p>

<p>I have been told to get skis with metal, and avoid the capped ones for ones with more rigid sidewalls.  Hoping to look late or off season because I just spent alot on proper boots.  Anyone have advice?</p>

<p>Edit: Thanks so much everyone - have a pair of Volkl kendo 88 184cm coming.  I will try to post a followup.  I would have waited but supply chain issues are real!</p>
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Any real world heavy (230lb+) skiers?

 Buy the Volcomantra M6 if you want a slightly wider, hard-charging, powerful feeling ski that maximizes frontside performance.

2023 Volkl M6 Mantra - Ski Review

 So we get tailored titanal frame and we get tailored carbon tip. Tailored titanal frame is pretty darn cool. Simply they took some metal out of the tip of the ski. So if you're to compare m5 mantra, m6 mantra the metal frame, especially just right in the end of the ski or only in right, in the end of the ski and in the tail as well

 Something that really kind of jumped out to me is. Is this morning we skied with uh, with a local local skier named christy who's who's, very, very good. At skiing racing background, she's been with vocal for a long time as like an athlete ambassador type position, she normally skis something like a 170 secret. I had her test the 177 m6 mantra this morning and watching her

 You know you're, probably going to take this ski off trail from time to time, just because, if you're choosing this width chances are you're going to be skiing, something other than just a groomer. So it's achieving that high level of carving performance, high level, precision and responsiveness and edge grip, while still being a relatively versatile ski. So all of that stuff carries over to this new mantra. They did a really good job of retaining what was already great about it, and to me that the highlighting characteristic of this ski has always been its precision

 So taking some swing weight out of the tip of the ski and what makes it tailored is it changes per length? So this is kind of similar to, or at least reminds me of what blizzard's doing with their true blend wood core. Basically, the the engineers at vocal are looking for ways to kind of custom, tweak the performance for each length of the ski, which i think is really cool and, and i think something that we'll probably see work its way into more and more brands in the ski Industry so take this 184 take the 184 and the 177 m6 mantra. This 184 has a longer thicker part of the metal. You know, essentially, the this portion is very similar, but this portion is longer and you know without measuring

2022 Volkl M6 Mantra Ski Review with SkiEssentials.com

 Today, i'm here to talk to you about the volkl m6 mantra baby. It'S a brand new ski this year, we're pumped they actually utilized some newer technology from the volkl kendo that came out about two years ago and introduced it into the m6 this year. Some of that technology consists of 3d radius, beach, poplar core and the space frame. Poplar beach poplar your fun poppy playful wood, beach, stable stay on the snow charge through crud, two sheets of metal around the space frame, two full sheets of metal throughout the center and two sheets around the space frame and the tail

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