The 2027 Head Kore 100 TI with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings is all about versatility. With a karuba and beech wood core, double titanal, and a tip-to-tail rocker profile, this all-mountain ski is set up to take on just about anything you point it toward, from firm morning corduroy to fresh storm snow. We paired the Kore 100 TI with the Strive 14 because of this binding’s well known reputation for safety, reliability, and ease of use. Featuring an LDN toe piece that optimizes contact and response, these bindings integrate seamlessly with boots and skis, allowing for a natural flex and balanced stance, making them the perfect choice to pair with this ski.

Why we like it:

Its light core and titanal damping add up to a ride that feels sure on firm snow and game in soft snow without committing to either, which is - be honest - what most of us actually ski.

Who it's for:

Strong skiers chasing a true do-it-all ski. it's the right pick for anyone who wants a single pair for corduroy mornings and deep-snow afternoons, especially in places where the conditions can flip hour to hour.

Highlights:

Versatility starts with the structured UHM C base, tuned for smooth glide whether the snow is firm or soft, and a long rockered profile that lets the ski both initiate easily and stay engaged deep into the carve. Two titanal layers flank the karuba and beech core to supply the stiffness and damping that hold composure through speed and chop. A Graphene layer adds that stiffness without piling on grams, and a 100 mm waist keeps the whole thing balanced between firm-snow precision and soft-snow capability. The flax-inlaid Hybrid Top Surface, trims weight while keeping the damping intact. At the core is the three-part heel, which delivers the secure boot retention the Strive line is known for while keeping weight reasonable. Salomon's elastic travel keeps the binding planted through chatter and cut-up snow, so it does not get knocked offline easily. The LDN toe spreads lateral input across an extra-wide pedal for crisp edge-to-edge power transfer, and a sliding toe pedal lets the ski bend underfoot for a more natural flex. The whole assembly rides on a low-profile chassis that drops the stance and centers the skier over the ski. It accepts both standard alpine and GripWalk boot soles, and the binding is TUV certified.

Things to consider:

It does not lean hard in any one direction, which is exactly the point, but skiers who live almost entirely on groomers will get more from the Kore 88 TI, and powder hounds will be happier on the Kore 106 TI.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Ride what you normally would, stepping down a size for agility in tighter terrain or up a size for stability and float at speed.