Volkl M7 Mantra Skis 2027

The Volkl M7 Mantra is the flagship of Volkl's all-mountain freeride line, a wide-bodied ski that carves far better than its waist width suggests. A poplar and beech wood core, a full sheet of titanal under a three-piece metal frame, and tailored carbon tips combine to deliver a ski loaded with energy and edge grip for skiers who like to push the pace.

Why we like it:

That three-piece Tailored Titanal Frame is doing real work, the ski stores and returns a ton of rebound when you load it up through a turn. The tailored carbon tips lighten the swing weight too, so for a ski with this much mass it comes around quicker than you'd expect.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert skiers who like to drive a ski hard and mix on and off-trail terrain at speed. There's an entry point to this ski; it rewards strong technique and confident input rather than a relaxed, cruising style.