Built around the same award-winning platform as its unisex counterpart, the Volkl M7 Mantra W brings serious all-mountain freeride performance to women who like to charge. A multi-layer wood core, a three-piece titanal frame, and a flatter, multi-radius shape make this a phenomenal carver for its width, equally at home holding an edge on firm snow and cutting through crud.

Why we like it:

The edge hold on hard and icy snow is genuinely impressive, this ski stays glued where narrower skis would wash out. The 4 Radius Drive deserves credit too, giving you the freedom to choose your turn shape instead of being locked into one.

Who it's for:

Strong, confident women skiers with solid technique who want a high-performance ski for trail and freeride duty alike. It's a ski that gives back exactly as much as you put in, so it suits skiers who like to ski actively and at a pace.

Highlights:

Volkl keeps the construction identical to the unisex M7, which means a poplar and beech wood core, a full titanal layer beneath it, and the three-piece Tailored Titanal Frame on top for natural flex paired with grip and power. Tailored carbon tips trim the swing weight and sharpen turn entry. The shape is where this ski shines: a flatter profile keeps more edge engaged for a planted feel, while the 4 Radius Drive offers a supportive entry, an open second arc, a tight underfoot radius, and an easy-releasing tail. The result is a stiff, energetic ski that transitions between long and short turns more easily than its mass would suggest.

Things to consider:

There's a real performance floor here; this is a stiff, substantial ski that needs to be driven. Skiers after an easy, forgiving ride or true powder flotation will find friendlier options elsewhere in the line. The reward for strong skiers is precision and power that's hard to match at this width.

Fit & sizing considerations:

The M7 Mantra W sizes true to length. Go with your normal length, or size down for a crisper carving feel with a slight tradeoff in off-trail stability.