2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

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2027	2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis—Skis with bindings	2026 Volkl Blaze 104 2027 Volkl Blaze 104	—
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Bob submitted 2 test cards — select one:

tester:

Ability: Advanced
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 225
Days / Year: 110ish
Age: 48
Years Skiing: 38

A bit more rigid than I used to be but still trying to be dynamic, smooth, and fluid with varying degrees of success. Skis on the snow, these days.

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

179 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Skied at Stowe on a softer day with some firm snow underneath.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

I'd go longer, but it skis true to size and the 179 is a lot of fun.

Scores

Floatation:7/10

Stability:6/10

Quickness:7/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:7/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:8/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

The Blaze 104 rips. This ski is criminally underrated as it holds a very clean and strong edge on firmer snow while being fun, floaty, and mobile in tighter and more technical spaces. I love the energy of this ski as it pairs very well with the ease of use and easy smearing capacity in deeper snow.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

The Blaze 104 is way more versatile than many would think. It's a very competent carving ski but it also fares very well in trees and other deep snow spots. While the Blaze 94 is technically more all-mountain oriented, this 104 is not far off.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

You can be a rising intermediate and have success on this ski as it's a lighter and more accessible ski in the mid-100's range. At the same time, an expert or very advanced skier could easily see the versatility and well-rounded nature that accompanies the 104's technical design.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

There are a lot of skiers out there who would absolutely love the Blaze 104 when given an opportunity.

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tester:

Noah Labow

Ability: Expert
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 158
Days / Year: 100
Age: 44
Years Skiing: 40

Smooth strong and playful

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

179 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Soft groomers

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

Perfect

Scores

Floatation:8/10

Stability:9/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:8/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:9/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:8/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

Great energy and edge hold.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

All terrain midfat ski.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

Intermediate to advanced skiers.

If you could change anything about these skis, what would you change and why?

I liked it!

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tester:

Erik Timmerman

Ability: I'm A Pro
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 200
Days / Year: 100
Age: 54
Years Skiing: 40

I am for smooth and strong

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

179 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Slush in all of its many forms. Blues and blacks on Spruce.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

True to size

Scores

Floatation:9/10

Stability:9/10

Quickness:7/10

Playfulness:8/10

Forgiveness:9/10

Edge Grip:5/10

Versatility:9/10

Overall:10/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

Very maneuverable. The perfect amount of subtle camber to have great freedom without feeling like a clown shoe and losing access to the tips and tails of the ski. 4D radius makes for super versatile turn shape. The ski is perfect for long easy cruisey turns.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

I wouldn’t say that hard groomers are its forte, but it won’t be a problem skiing boiler plate on your way to getting the goods. I think this ski is perfect for skiing woods and bumps. Think Mad River or all of your secret stashes. With a Kingpin this would be a super touring ski. It’s also really happy to just cruise long turns with the family.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

It’s a very forgiving ski.

If you could change anything about these skis, what would you change and why?

Make them free?

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tester:

Luke Miller

Ability: Advanced
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 185
Days / Year: 100-120
Age: 31
Years Skiing: 27

Intentional

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

179 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Stowe cruddy bumps

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

Short for me but true to size

Scores

Floatation:9/10

Stability:5/10

Quickness:9/10

Playfulness:9/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:6/10

Versatility:6/10

Overall:8/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

Super soft but was a blast in the bumps. Was rattling at speed but very quick and agile.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

Powder and bumps. Slow skiing.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

Intermediate/advanced off piste skiers.

If you could change anything about these skis, what would you change and why?

Seems to fill a good role.

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tester:

Allison Ruschp

Ability: Advanced
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 150
Days / Year: 45
Age: 37
Years Skiing: 35

Ex racer who likes to carve but has toned it back

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

172 CM

Sizing Impression

true but could also ski the size down and be fine

Scores

Floatation:9/10

Stability:9/10

Quickness:9/10

Playfulness:8/10

Forgiveness:6/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:6/10

Overall:9/10

Overall Impression

So much fun! Confident ski that's light weight and easy to turn. Can pressure the edge nicely to get a good carve and edge grip while still playful enough to easily turn in the woods and powder.

Appropriate Terrain

Mainly woods and powder, light weight option for a powder ski or even uphill travel!

Appropriate Skier

High intermediate to Advanced

Other Thoughts

Loved the top sheet color!

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tester:

Louise Lintilhac

Ability: I'm A Pro
Height: 5' 2
Weight: 125
Days / Year: 80
Age: 37
Years Skiing: 36

Bouncy and playful

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

172 CM

Sizing Impression

True to size

Scores

Floatation:8/10

Stability:10/10

Quickness:9/10

Playfulness:9/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:9/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:10/10

Overall Impression

These skis were up for any challenge. They nuked through the fresh piles with ease and were super stable at high speed through the chop. 10/10 would recommend for any and all conditions.

Appropriate Terrain

These skis are perfect for front side, sidecountry, and anywhere in between.

Appropriate Skier

Advanced to expert skiers only. Full sidewall construction and a relatively flat and directional tail means this ski will ski you if you’re not careful. I imagine you’ll see this ski a lot on the freeride world tour next year.

Other Thoughts

Nothing. They rock!

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tester:

Josh Wolfgang

Ability: Expert
Height: 6' 1
Weight: 190
Days / Year: 35
Age: 29
Years Skiing: 28/29

Fast and carvy with a love for the fall line

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

178 CM

Sizing Impression

True

Scores

Floatation:7/10

Stability:7/10

Quickness:6/10

Playfulness:6/10

Forgiveness:6/10

Edge Grip:7/10

Versatility:6/10

Overall:6/10

Overall Impression

It’s a good light ski. Stable but not very playful.

Appropriate Terrain

Bumps and woods.

Appropriate Skier

Advanced intermediate to advanced.

Other Thoughts

Make it a bit more playful.

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tester:

Jose Darias

Ability: I'm A Pro
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 155
Days / Year: 100+
Age: 30
Years Skiing: 28

Aggressive Freeride, mixing power with a smooth, fluid and playful style

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

179 CM

Sizing Impression

The 179 is definitely too short for me, I would look for the longer length in the mid 180s

Scores

Floatation:6/10

Stability:6/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:6/10

Forgiveness:9/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:7/10

Overall:6/10

Overall Impression

The Blaze 104 is definitely an intuitive and easy going ski. I can see almost anyone jumping on this ski and having fun right away. For me, they’re too short, too soft and lacking the stability I want in a 100+ waisted ski for my aggressive freeride style. When slowing down the pace, the skis feel great and hold a really nice edge when carving. Once those speeds picked up and the snow becomes more variable, the ski holds edge with the same precision but loses its composure and lacks confidence.

Appropriate Terrain

Soft snow for off piste skiing but performs admirably on the harder groomed snow too. This ski runs through bumps effortlessly and cruises trees with the same ease of use from the skier. That forgiving flex and weight really make the difference here.

Appropriate Skier

This is an intermediate to advanced skier ski. Easy to get on at most levels but the expert skier will out gun this platform in the shorter lengths.

Other Thoughts

I would like this ski to be a little longer and a bit heavier. I want it to drive through chopped up snow a little better than it does as currently set up.

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tester:

Shannon Walton

Ability: Advanced
Height: 5'3"
Weight: 155
Days / Year: 30+
Age: 42
Years Skiing: 25 years

Love carving up groomers and enjoying fresh snow when we get it!

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

165 CM

Sizing Impression

Just right

Scores

Floatation:10/10

Stability:10/10

Quickness:10/10

Playfulness:10/10

Forgiveness:9/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:9/10

Overall Impression

The minute I started skiing this ski, I felt so confident in the deeper snow. It made going through powder bumps fun and effortless. For someone who doesn't get to ski a lot of powder and isn't the best at it, these skis gave me so much confidence and feeling of control I was really blown away at the how the ski engaged and disengaged in the soft snow, so easy to turn quickly if needed.

Appropriate Terrain

Deep snow, trees.

Appropriate Skier

Upper Intermediate - Expert.

Other Thoughts

Nothing!!

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tester:

Danielle Nichols

Ability: Expert
Height: 5' 4
Weight: 150
Days / Year: 40
Age: 44
Years Skiing: 42

Fast fall line ripper

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

174 CM

Sizing Impression

Just rightn

Scores

Floatation:9/10

Stability:8/10

Quickness:7/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:5/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:7/10

Overall Impression

Great in soft bumps. Fun and easy to ski. Solid under foot and very maneuverable.

Appropriate Terrain

Any. It’s a great all mountain one ski quiver ski

Appropriate Skier

Intermediate to advanced.

Other Thoughts

Nothing.

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tester:

Katherine Stevens

Ability: I'm A Pro
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 120
Days / Year: 30 - 40
Age: 37
Years Skiing: 34

Expert

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

165 CM

Sizing Impression

Perfect size. Skis true to size

Scores

Floatation:7/10

Stability:8/10

Quickness:6/10

Playfulness:5/10

Forgiveness:6/10

Edge Grip:5/10

Versatility:5/10

Overall:7/10

Overall Impression

Felt good, easy to maneuver for a wider ski.

Appropriate Terrain

Powder woods, powder moguls. Floats nice, responsive, forgiving.

Appropriate Skier

Int or Adv. Versatile ski, fun for int or adv.

Other Thoughts

0

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tester:

David Wolfgang

Ability: Expert
Height: 6' 3
Weight: 230
Days / Year: 50
Age: 69
Years Skiing: 66

Strong, deliberate, and smooth

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

179 CM

Sizing Impression

A little short

Scores

Floatation:8/10

Stability:8/10

Quickness:7/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:7/10

Versatility:7/10

Overall:7/10

Overall Impression

The ski felt light but solid. Initiated turns with ease. Easy to maneuver in the woods.

Appropriate Terrain

All mountain as well as for skinning up the mountain.

Appropriate Skier

Intermediate to expert.

Other Thoughts

If I was picky: There is a balance between keeping a ski lightweight and a sometime tinny feel. Maybe a hair more stiffness.

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tester:

Alison Beckwith

Ability: Advanced
Height: 5'6"
Weight: 135
Days / Year: 30
Age: 60
Years Skiing: 25

happy :) cautious in woods (beginner/intermediate in woods) Intermediate in bumps

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

172 CM

Sizing Impression

This ski felt just right for me.

Scores

Floatation:8/10

Stability:10/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:8/10

Forgiveness:9/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:8/10

Overall Impression

Maybe it was my legs getting heavier but the ski felt a bit less floaty than I had expected. That said, it blasted through crud!

Appropriate Terrain

It's a great, stable ski for powder and crud.

Appropriate Skier

I felt very comfortable on this ski because of its stability so I imagine any intermediate + would enjoy it.

Other Thoughts

I found it just a bit heavy which made it less playful but the conditions were getting heavier and fatigue may have impacted my perception. I would choose them again though and start with fresh legs!

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tester:

Bryce Zicarelli

Ability: Expert
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150
Days / Year: 75 days/year
Age: 25
Years Skiing: 24

Washed up ski racer turns freeride adventurer

Ski:

2027 Volkl Blaze 104 Skis

Size Tested:

165 cm CM

Sizing Impression

True to size

Scores

Floatation:8/10

Stability:7/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:8/10

Forgiveness:8/10

Edge Grip:7/10

Versatility:8/10

Overall:8/10

Overall Impression

The Blaze is a surprisingly stable and maneuverable ski. This is great for someone looking for a good all mountain ski or for their first powder ski.

Appropriate Terrain

All mountain and off trail backcountry. West coast daily driver.

Appropriate Skier

Intermediate to advanced.

Other Thoughts

A little more metal would offer more edge grip providing a little more versatility.

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