What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I skinned up a quiet ridge on the Blaze 94 Ski and barely noticed the weight on my feet compared to my usual touring setup. Dropping in in tight trees on the way down, the ski turned so easily that I found myself linking shorter turns than I planned."Out of the way lines are where the Volkl Blaze 94 Ski feels most at home, rewarding the extra effort of getting there with turns that feel light and almost effortless the moment you point it downhill. We've skinned up early morning ridgelines and dropped into tight trees on this ski, feeling it change direction with barely any input needed, exploring terrain that would have felt like a chore on a heavier setup. The 4D Radius Drive sidecut gives quick, predictable turn initiation while the Suspension Tips and Tails smooth out chatter in wind affected or tracked up snow, keeping the ride quiet no matter the conditions. A hybrid wood core built from individually weighed poplar and beech keeps the ski light for the climb without sacrificing the stability needed once you're carving back down.