2027 Volkl Revolt 114

For 2027, the Volkl Revolt 114 gets a graphic update but returns otherwise unchanged. This is still a big, stiff, and hefty freeride ski that falls more on the directional side of the spectrum within the Revolt range. This is not a twin tip, and is shaped for big mountain charging and aggressive skiing. If you want playfulness, they have a new Revolt 112 and the return of the Revolt 121 for you. For fall-line enthusiasts who need power and stability, the Revolt 114 is the way to go.

While the Mantra collection relies on sophistication and detailed engineering in the construction, Revolt 114 is relatively simple. Beyond that, there’s really not much else going on in their construction aside from some fiberglass, topsheet materials, base structure, etc. The Multilayer Woodcore in the Revolt 114, however, is quite thick. That gives it a relatively stiff flex pattern and also a pretty hefty weight, coming in at 2250 g in the 177 cm length. That’s not light, especially when you consider 177 cm is the shortest of 3 available lengths. Something to keep in mind. The 114 is stiff and heavy, and those are important things to know about it. If you’re looking for a playful, agile freeride ski, you might want to look elsewhere, but those seeking power and strength will love it. Matt Testa picked up on that in his testing, which happened to be on that 177 cm length. “My first impression of the Volkl Revolt 114 is that it’s a solid, hard-charging ski. It floated well in soft snow and felt stable at speed. The stiffness stood out in a good way—it gives the ski a powerful, confident feel that helps it blast through variable conditions without getting deflected." The end result of these skis is that speed and power are big parts of the on-snow equations.

We get a bit more innovation when it comes to the footprint of the skis. While it has reasonably long rocker lines, there’s not much splay, and the tail is quite flat. That shape works hand in hand with the stiffer flex pattern, giving you a very stable platform underneath you for landing big airs, letting your skis run through steep lines and variable snow conditions, and any other situation where you have to rely on your ski’s strength to keep you upright. That’s a big reason why you see Volkl athletes choosing it for the Freeride World Tour and other similar events. Here’s another little tidbit on shape that’s quite interesting. The tip is actually wider than the tip of the Revolt 121. That means, although the 121 still surpasses it, the Revolt 114 actually does have very good float in soft snow. It’s everything else about it that makes it feel different than most powder skis. If you’re looking for a combination of power and float, however, it’s an excellent choice, which is another thing Matt picked up on. “I would recommend this ski for the steep and deep. At 114 this ski provides lots of float and the stiffness lets it charge. If you are looking for a powder ski this would be a good option.” We also had them out in spring snow last year and they were an absolute blast—awesome edge grip paired with total confidence in mushy snow.

This is not your typical freestyle Revolt ski. It’s not a ski you’re going to see frequently in the lift lines at your local resort, unless your local resort is somewhere like Jackson Hole. It is, on the other hand, an excellent tool for the job it's designed to do. It can absolutely blast through any snow condition, stays composed at speed even though sketchy terrain and conditions, and gives you the necessary float to ski deep snow with power and purpose. For competitors and high level freeriders, the Revolt 114 will keep right up.