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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'm going for a one ski quiver, should get these or the
I'm going for a one ski quiver, should get these or the Gotamas?
By: fran.villa1323140
April 4, 2012
These are wider than the Goats. Depending on where you ski I would most likely recommend the goats.
By: conan
April 5, 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.
I ride the 2010 Mantra as a daily driver (184). Does anyone
I ride the 2010 Mantra as a daily driver (184). Does anyone know how the flex of the 183 and 190 Katana compares to that of the Mantra? I know the 190 Katana is stiffer than the 183, just not sure if it will be too much for me or if the 183 is not enough ski. I love my mantras. I'm 6'-1" and 200 lbs, been skiing for 36 yrs
By: mat3422499
March 6, 2012
These are softer than the Mantra, and with the rocker profile these ski short.
By: conan
March 8, 2012
Super ski
By:
Jamie Preston
February 11, 2012
Although originally regarded as big powder ski, this has been a great choice and a lot of fun in this low snow year. You can rip GS turns on groomers, ski bumps, and have all the ski you need when the snow finally arrives. Because, of course, this is still an awesome powder ski. This is a nice western one ski quiver. The only place you will feel chatter, skidding is on ice, or a steeper groomed slope - but that is to be expected. I don't know anyone who has been disappointed with these skis.
I want to know if lenght 184 2012 has same flex as 2011 version?
I want to know if lenght 184 2012 has same flex as 2011 version? If I´m right 191 2012 is stiffer than 2011 models?
By: supermario
February 27, 2012
How are these skis with short radius turns and moguls? Also,
How are these skis with short radius turns and moguls? Also, could they be used for touring w/ Barons or F12s?
By: tomasz
February 26, 2012
The old Katanas were sharp-turning boards. These updated versions are designed to take more speed and turn in large arcs. You'll be able to power them around short turns, but a ski with a shorter turn radius will perform better in the bumps and trees.
Oddly enough, the Gotama is a better all-around ski that can handle touring duty and make shorter turns than the Katana. I have a buddy who mounted Fritschis on his Gotamas and loves the bumps and trees.
By: Dave Marcus
February 27, 2012
Katana
By:
foyorama2214091
February 23, 2012
Just got a pair last week, went to Girdwood (Alyeska) and spent all day on the North face of the mountain, this skiis are responsive and fast and handle the powder like nothing I have tried before. I go Heli skiing next week end and I will be taking these for the day, f you like steep and deep these are the skiis for you
How does the 2011-12 Katana compare with the 2010-11 Katana.
How does the 2011-12 Katana compare with the 2010-11 Katana. More rocker? more width? different core or sidecut?
Thank you
John Esterkyn
By: John Esterkyn
February 20, 2012
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)
By: dvt
March 25, 2012
now made in Germany, rings like the Mantra, nothing similar to the crappy chinese ski you guys were making. and leave KQ out of big mountain ripper category.
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
Solid
By:
eddie
February 10, 2012
Picked these up and have taken them on most everything but icy conditions. (I have another pair of thinner volkls which I prefer for groomed/icy conditions.) The katanas rock for all-mountain conditions and luckily in alaska so far this winter we've been getting enough powder to use the katanas. they're phenomenal skis. only a slight bit of chatter on groomers compared to my last set of skis, but worth every penny.
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
Change me.
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One Color, 198cm (584.35)
184s
Awesome ski. The 184 was a little short for me (6'4" 200lbs) but skied super solid in a mix of bullet-proof, crud, and powder. If you like volkl more...
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...
- 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