With a denser and stronger wood core than its non-Master counterpart, it comes as no surprise that the Volkl Deacon 72 Master Ski is the most race-driven performer in the bunch. Its titanal-powered construction, 15.4 meter turn radius, and 72mm waist continue this performance trend by adding that signature Deacon feel in a narrower, slightly less versatile frame. As a result, the Deacon 72 Master sets forth with a slalom-like feel that—when combined with Volkl’s latest Tailored Carbon Tips—translates to effortless turn initiation on-piste. In positioning the carbon fibers directly along the stress lines of the ski, this tailored carbon technology allows for an agile shovel reaction that remains torsionally stiff and increasingly effortless. The resulting ride is strategically tailored to the most experienced and aggressive skiers due to its immediate responsiveness and aggressive feel overall. Though it’s certainly not one for the faint of heart, the Volkl Deacon 72 Master Ski remains approachable in its own right and offers advanced and expert skiers a highly competitive approach to slalom-like performance on-piste.