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The 2022 Völkl Blaze 86 Skis offers intermediate and advanced skiers an energetic, playful feel. These skis come equipped with a tip and tail rocker for easy turn initiation with a narrow 86mm underfoot to increase maneuverability, especially in the trees and mogul. In addition, the Hybrid Multi-Layer wood core minimizes weight and maintains flex throughout the entire ski for all-terrain use. A 3D Radius Sidecut increases edge hold immensely for quick edge-to-edge turns at high speeds.
Key Features:
- Tip and Tail Rocker – A gradual rise of the tip and tail provides easy turn initiation and handling in various snow conditions.
- Hybrid Multi-Layer Woodcore – A lightweight core uses a variety of wood stringers integrated into the ski to offer pop, flex, and stiffness in intended specific areas.
- 3D Radius Sidecut – This sidecut makes initiating short turns easy and smooth at low speeds, as well as effortless maneuverability in long turns at high speeds.
- Tail Rubber Laminate – An additional rubber laminate at the ends of the skis dampens vibration from snow and ice chatter for a more enjoyable skiing experience.

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 Welcome to our 2023 ski test. I've got a Volkl Blaze 86 for you today and this is one of those interesting skis that's kind of reflective of you know kind of the current trends in the ski industry right now of making these 50-50 hybrid touring slash resort skis and this Blaze 86 is a good example of kind of a narrow and light end of that discussion. So this thing at 86 millimeters underfoot built with a light multi-layer wood core so it's wood sandwiched in between some synthetic material to lighten the load and then instead of we see a metal plate on the 94 and the 106 in the Blaze this one is just what appears to be fiberglass under there so there is some more material underfoot but it certainly does nothing to weigh the ski down. This thing's pretty light 173 here 1452 grams so definitely in that touring zone I think kind of that 1500 gram marker is an important one to note so that we're under that kind of puts a more of an uphill influence on it as does the skin notch in the tail so definitely a nod to that uphill capability but like the other Volkl skis we see some other technology including suspension tips and tails so by putting rubberized material at the very ends of the ski that reduces chatter so if you're in the resort and skiing groomers these are actually pretty quiet and stable

 We also get 3D radius on this ski here so 28, 15, and 23 so 15 meters underfoot you know pretty short if you stand on this thing it's going to turn quickly and easily conversely if you let it run especially in softer snow it's not going to be too hooky or grabby it's going to be nice and smooth that 3D radius is a really intuitive way it just basically means that you're able to make any shape turn at any time you don't have to adhere to those numbers so much you know it's more of a feeling than an actual number but a great overall ski from Volkl you know a lot of the reps that we ski with you know they just like skiing on this thing at the mountain because it's super easy and fun and quick and agile certainly it's not going to be as powerful as a Kendo 88 you know in the same rough waist width nor is it going to be as playful as a Revolt 86 you know it does have some stiffness to it and that does make it pretty responsive but when you're going uphill you know definitely going to feel pretty light on your feet certainly makes a great choice for people that are doing back country skiing you know either at the resort or kind of lower angle areas you know definitely just light and easy to use and that's kind of one of the one of the best parts about this thing so that's it that's the Volkl Blaze 86 for 2023 check this thing out at SkiEssentials.com and we'll see you out there on the hill. Bye!

 So this thing at 86 millimeters underfoot built with a light multi-layer wood core so it's wood sandwiched in between some synthetic material to lighten the load and then instead of we see a metal plate on the 94 and the 106 in the Blaze this one is just what appears to be fiberglass under there so there is some more material underfoot but it certainly does nothing to weigh the ski down. This thing's pretty light 173 here 1452 grams so definitely in that touring zone I think kind of that 1500 gram marker is an important one to note so that we're under that kind of puts a more of an uphill influence on it as does the skin notch in the tail so definitely a nod to that uphill capability but like the other Volkl skis we see some other technology including suspension tips and tails so by putting rubberized material at the very ends of the ski that reduces chatter so if you're in the resort and skiing groomers these are actually pretty quiet and stable. We also get 3D radius on this ski here so 28, 15, and 23 so 15 meters underfoot you know pretty short if you stand on this thing it's going to turn quickly and easily conversely if you let it run especially in softer snow it's not going to be too hooky or grabby it's going to be nice and smooth that 3D radius is a really intuitive way it just basically means that you're able to make any shape turn at any time you don't have to adhere to those numbers so much you know it's more of a feeling than an actual number but a great overall ski from Volkl you know a lot of the reps that we ski with you know they just like skiing on this thing at the mountain because it's super easy and fun and quick and agile certainly it's not going to be as powerful as a Kendo 88 you know in the same rough waist width nor is it going to be as playful as a Revolt 86 you know it does have some stiffness to it and that does make it pretty responsive but when you're going uphill you know definitely going to feel pretty light on your feet certainly makes a great choice for people that are doing back country skiing you know either at the resort or kind of lower angle areas you know definitely just light and easy to use and that's kind of one of the one of the best parts about this thing so that's it that's the Volkl Blaze 86 for 2023 check this thing out at SkiEssentials.com and we'll see you out there on the hill

 Hey skiers, it's Bob with SkiEssentials.com. Welcome to our 2023 ski test. I've got a Volkl Blaze 86 for you today and this is one of those interesting skis that's kind of reflective of you know kind of the current trends in the ski industry right now of making these 50-50 hybrid touring slash resort skis and this Blaze 86 is a good example of kind of a narrow and light end of that discussion

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 This isn't going to be the most powerful ski out there but it's not really intended to be. It likes mellow medium radius turns at moderate speeds. So if you're going to be a hard charger this isn't the perfect ski for you but if you're just a nice casual cruiser skier you're not looking to challenge yourself too hard and you want something that's going to be easy going and predictable all day, this is a good choice.

 A new addition to the Blaze series this year on a little bit skinnier platform. This ski is really going to be aimed at your intermediate through advanced level skier that's spending most of their time on firm snow but want something that's a little bit more playful, a little more all-mountain and feel. This isn't going to be the most powerful ski out there but it's not really intended to be. It likes mellow medium radius turns at moderate speeds

 Hi, I'm Thom. I just got done skiing the all-new Volkl Blaze 86. A new addition to the Blaze series this year on a little bit skinnier platform. This ski is really going to be aimed at your intermediate through advanced level skier that's spending most of their time on firm snow but want something that's a little bit more playful, a little more all-mountain and feel

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The Volkl Blaze 86 is an awesome option for intermediate to advanced level skiers who like to spend most their time on the frontside. The Blaze 86 is highly maneuverable and can be pushed into multiple different turn shapes thanks to the 3D Radius Sidecut. Catch free contact points make it easier to initiate edges to the surface of the snow no matter the snow conditions due to the Suspension Tips and Tails. Grip to the frontside and shred with the Volkl Blaze 86.

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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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 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

2022 Volkl M6 Mantra Product Review

For reference, here are a number of our measured weights (per ski in grams) for some notable skis. Keep in mind the length differences to try to keep things apples-to-apples.1638 & 1639 Atomic Maven 93 C, 172 cm (21/22)1734 & 1750 Renoun Endurance 98, 184 cm (18/19–20/21)1758 & 1758 Head Kore 93, 180 cm (19/20–20/21)1781 & 1795 Atomic Maverick 100 Ti, 180 cm (21/22)1801 & 1839 Salomon Stance 90, 176 cm (20/21–21/22)1807 & 1840 Atomic Bent Chetler 100, 188 cm (18/19–21/22)1810 & 1828 Armada Declivity 92 Ti, 180 cm (20/21–21/22)1833 & 1842 Volkl Secret 96, 163 cm (21/22)1863 & 1894 Blizzard Rustler 9, 180 cm (18/19–21/22)1883 & 1906 Season Aero, 180 cm (20/21)1900 & 1908 Atomic Maverick 95 Ti, 180 cm (21/22)1921 & 1968 Head Kore 99, 188 cm (18/19–20/21)1925 & 1934 Black Crows Camox, 186.5 cm (19/20–21/22)1925 & 1937 Liberty Helix 98, 186 cm (18/19–21/22)1936 & 2013 Salomon Stance 96, 182 cm (20/21–21/22)1937 & 1945 Fischer Ranger 94 FR, 184 cm (19/20–21/22)1966 & 1973 Liberty Origin 96, 187 cm (18/19–20/21)1976 & 2028 Parlor Cardinal Pro, 182 cm (19/20–20/21)1985 & 2006 Parlor Cardinal 100, 185 cm (16/17–20/21)1994 & 2011 Fischer Ranger 99 Ti, 181 cm (19/20–21/22)1998 & 2044 4FRNT MSP 99, 181 cm (17/18–21/22)1999 & 2060 Line Blade, 181 cm (20/21–21/22)2043 & 2089 Volkl M6 Mantra, 177 cm (21/22)2049 & 2065 Volkl Mantra M5, 177 cm (18/19–20/21)2054 & 2063 Salomon QST 98, 189 cm (21/22)2055 & 2080 Salomon QST 99, 181 cm (19/20–20/21)2085 & 2096 Dynastar Menace 98, 181 cm (19/20–20/21)2089 & 2105 Nordica Soul Rider 97, 185 cm (15/16–21/22)2115 & 2149 J Skis Masterblaster, 181 cm (16/17–20/21)2178 & 2195 Volkl M6 Mantra, 184 cm (21/22)2218 & 2244 Volkl Mantra 102, 184 cm (19/20–21/22)2256 & 2284 Nordica Enforcer 94, 186 cm (20/21–21/22)2281 & 2284 Blizzard Bonafide 97, 177 cm (20/21–21/22)2311 & 2342 K2 Mindbender 99Ti, 184 cm (19/20–21/22)Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, let’s get into how these things actually perform on snow:As we noted above, we got to spend time on a few different lengths of this ski in order to get an idea of how Volkl’s “tailored” technology actually feels on snow, and to see how these skis stack up against their competition

Bottom LineWith the history of the Mantra name behind it, the Volkl M6 Mantra had a lot to live up to. The good news is that Volkl didn’t go in a wildly different direction from the M5 — the new M6 is still a very good, versatile, stable all-mountain ski that will reward experienced skiers with plenty of precision and stability while still serving as a useful tool for exploring just about any mountain.Deep Dive ComparisonsBecome a Blister Member or Deep Dive subscriber to check out our Deep Dive comparisons of the M6 Mantra to see how it compares to the M5 Mantra, Volkl Mantra 102, Blizzard Bonafide 97, Atomic Maverick 95 Ti, Nordica Enforcer 94, Armada Declivity 92 Ti, Salomon QST 98, Salomon Stance 96, Salomon QST 99, Moment Commander 98, 4FRNT MSP 99, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, Dynastar M-Pro 99, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, J Skis Masterblaster, Blizzard Rustler 9, & DPS Pagoda Piste 94 C2.

 And if you want the absolute most stable ski in this class, there are a few other better alternatives.But if you appreciate very good edge hold, turn initiation, and composure on piste when considering an all-mountain ski — but you still spend a significant amount of time in bumps, trees, and other off-piste terrain and conditions — the M6 Mantra offers a whole lot to like.Bottom LineWith the history of the Mantra name behind it, the Volkl M6 Mantra had a lot to live up to. The good news is that Volkl didn’t go in a wildly different direction from the M5 — the new M6 is still a very good, versatile, stable all-mountain ski that will reward experienced skiers with plenty of precision and stability while still serving as a useful tool for exploring just about any mountain

2021-2022 Volkl M6 Mantra | Blister

 In that all-mountain category, maybe you have a race background or you just like that style of skiing, and you want something that's going to feel strong and responsive, but something that will also handle a wider range of snow conditions. You know late in the day when the groomers get chopped up or or even on, like a six to eight inch powder day or something like that. M6 mantra does just fine, so yeah really cool ski. It'S really nice to have

 It updated the technology and it updated the construction. And now we just get a little bit more refined ski, very similar performance, but but yeah refined and enhanced i'd say so. It starts off with the same multi-layer, wood core, that vocal uses in a lot of their skis, and then we get what vocal is calling tailored, titanal frame and tailored carbon tips. So titanal frame was introduced on the m5 mantra and now it's basically just been changed

 As always, let us know if you have any questions and we will see you guys out there on the slopes. [ Applause ], you 

 You know this is a very versatile, very high performing all-mountain ski and it's on the power. Precision, stability, edge grip side of the spectrum. In that all-mountain category, maybe you have a race background or you just like that style of skiing, and you want something that's going to feel strong and responsive, but something that will also handle a wider range of snow conditions. You know late in the day when the groomers get chopped up or or even on, like a six to eight inch powder day or something like that

2022 Volkl M6 Mantra - SkiEssentials.com Ski Test

 Each and every movement that you put into your boot gets put through your binding and into the ski. Really direct transfer of energy on this thing for sure. Tailored carbon tips, they're able to kind of fine-tune the torsional stiffness of the shovel of the ski. So in the new tailored titanal frame, it goes from wide to narrow right about here

2023 Volkl M6 Mantra - SkiEssentials.com Ski Test

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