HEAD KORE 99
HEAD
When freeskiing pioneer and ski tester Shannon Schad says Head’s Kore 99 is “easily one of [his] favorite skis of the test,” you better pay attention. The Kore 99 performs best on steep slopes while hugging the fall line. Like ice cream on a hot summer day, it’s there for you when you need it. The Kore 99 incorporates a karuba-poplar lightweight wood core that brings power without the overbearing weight some similar skis might pack. Our testers noted that while it held up at speed, it had the responsiveness and weight reduction many skiers crave. If you ski across the entirety of the mountain and need something that will give you confidence when charging but playfulness when jibbing, the Kore 99 deserves to be on your list.
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When freeskiing pioneer and ski tester Shannon Schad says Head’s Kore 99 is “easily one of [his] favorite skis of the test,” you better pay attention. The Kore 99 performs best on steep slopes while hugging the fall line. Like ice cream on a hot summer day, it’s there for you when you need it. The Kore 99 incorporates a karuba-poplar lightweight wood core that brings power without the overbearing weight some similar skis might pack. Our testers noted that while it held up at speed, it had the responsiveness and weight reduction many skiers crave. If you ski across the entirety of the mountain and need something that will give you confidence when charging but playfulness when jibbing, the Kore 99 deserves to be on your list.