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Volkl Katana Alpine Ski
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Two sheets of titanium and a full rocker profile give the powder-crazed Volkl Katana Alpine Ski the ultimate cosmic power to slice and dice the mountain with reckless abandon. You best hang on for the ride, because this poppy wood core ski takes no prisoners through the deepest storm days or the choppy aftermath. Vertical sidewalls, a fat 112mm waist, and a low profile tip allow this all-mountain ninja-stick to easily terrorize groomers, powder fields, and chutes—and who can complain about that?
- ELP Rocker is a full rocker profile with a flat spot underneath, a blended combination which gives you control on the groomers and float through the powder
- Sidewall construction improves overall durability and provides more edge grip when harshing through death cookies on the last run
- Sensorwood core makes this ski highly responsive, powerful in the turns, and gives it more pop than your tarts
- Dual titanium sheets reduce the twisting of the ski through turns (increased torsional rigidity) and reduce ski vibration through choppy conditions
- Lower tip shape resists diving in soft snow and provides a smooth ride on hard-packed groomers
Bottom Line: A weapon of mass descent.
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I think I'm finally starting to narrow my choices down a
I think I'm finally starting to narrow my choices down a bit: Rossignol Super 7 and the Katana. However, I'm hesitant to commit to the larger size. Will the 184 be too small for a 6'4" tele skier just under 190? Anyone out there around my size with some experience on these skis? Thanks!
By: creighton_601438
January 30, 2012
I am 6'1", 180, so close to your size. I've had the Katana since they came out. I used to ski a 190, but dropped to the 184 a few years ago, and have had no regrets. This is beefy ski - essentially GS ski construction with a layer of metal. It is super stable, and I think you gain versatility by going 184 instead of 190.
By: Jamie Preston
February 1, 2012
the new all-mountain, everyday
By: Ingrid Backstrom
October 11, 2011
I spend the majority of my time on the Katanas. They are so solid, I know exactly what to expect every time and I can relax and focus on my skiing, and total enjoyment. They perform equally excellent in powder, spring corn, or hardpack--it's a one-ski quiver for today's skier.
Would you consider this a stiff ski?
Would you consider this a stiff ski?
By: joe3896627
October 26, 2011
this is super stiff, you gotta be on top of it all the time or it will through you.
By: Graham
November 13, 2011
The 2011/2012 Katana features new and true sizing (177, 184, 191, 198), new shape (143/112/132), new full rocker profile that has been integrated into the new molds instead of being pressed into the ski and definitely a new flex pattern. The 177 and 184 have a Human flex pattern suitable for any level skier looking for a Big Mountain ski that can handle varying snow conditions and difficult terrain. The 191 and 198 have an athlete flex pattern better suited for larger skiers or skiers looking for a Big Mountain ski that they can stomp on when things get dicey (i.e., Ian McIntosh, Kevin Quinn)
By: UT Marker Volkl Rep
November 9, 2011
I agree - this year's Katana is insanely stiff throughout the length of the ski. The previous version was not; it's tail was actually a little forgiving. The new Katana also seems less dense (has a lower mass to size ratio). It looks and feels just like a huge Kendo. Also, whereas the previous version was shorter than advertised (my 190's were actually 187 cm) this year's seems fairly true to length. I bought this year's Katana thinking it would be a great powder-specific ride, but I am returning them because it is so much stiffer than what I was expecting. So I have NOT skied the new ones.
By: bre2987886
November 5, 2011
2011/2012 Katana
By: UT Marker Volkl Rep
November 9, 2011
The 2011/2012 Katana features new and true sizing (177, 184, 191, 198), new shape (143/112/132), new full rocker profile that has been integrated into the new molds instead of being pressed into the ski and definitely a new flex pattern. The 177 and 184 have a Human flex pattern suitable for any level skier looking for a Big Mountain ski that can handle varying snow conditions and difficult terrain. The 191 and 198 have an athlete flex pattern better suited for larger skiers or skiers looking for a Big Mountain ski that they can stomp on when things get dicey (i.e., Ian McIntosh, Kevin Quinn)
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the new all-mountain, everyday
I spend the majority of my time on the Katanas. They are so solid, I know exactly what to expect every time and I can relax and focus on my skiing, and more...
2011/2012 Katana
The 2011/2012 Katana features new and true sizing (177, 184, 191, 198), new shape (143/112/132), new full rocker profile that has been integrated into more...
- Length:
- 177 cm, 184 cm, 191 cm, 198 cm
- Dimensions:
- 143 x 112 x 132 mm
- Turn Radius:
- (184cm) 25.8 m
- Profile:
- full rocker
- Construction:
- sidewall
- Core:
- wood
- Tail:
- twintip
- Binding Included:
- no
- Recommended Use:
- big mountain freeride, all-mountain
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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