The Kendo may very well be a race car disguised as a pair of skis. Völkl utilizes dense ash wood underfoot for power and control, while implementing mid weight poplar in the rest of the ski to ease the load. Throw a full sheet of Titanal into the mix to bolster rigidity, and you’ve got a ski that thrives in the fast lane. Testimonials from our testers included: “It slices and dices like a sharp knife,” “These go from 0 to 60 in a heartbeat” and “Get your speed suit on for this ski.” Slide the key into the ignition and rev the engine because you’re in for a helluva ride.