Head Kore 94 Ti: Full Breakdown
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The quick verdict: Head added two sheets of titanal to its famously light freeride ski, and the 2026 Kore grips and charges like a ski 300 grams heavier. ~$850
Overview
The original Kore made its name by being absurdly light for how hard it skied. For 2026 Head rebuilt it as the Kore 94 Ti: two titanal layers (40 percent recycled), a karuba and beech core, graphene reinforcement, and a redesigned tip-tail rocker profile with 55 percent camber underfoot. At 1928 g in the 177 it is still lighter than most metal skis, but the flex is deeper and the ride far quieter than earlier Kores. The 16.3 m radius likes finished, driven turns.
Where It Shines
- Race-bred edge grip in a ski light enough to tour on in a pinch
- Quiet and composed in refrozen chop where light skis chatter
- Balanced 94 mm waist keeps groomer quickness with real off-piste range
Tradeoffs to Know
- Less forgiving of back-seat skiing than the Rustler 9
- Priciest ski in our lineup
- Firm flex demands commitment; lighter skiers may prefer a shorter length
Who It’s For
Advanced and expert skiers who drive the ski from the front and want maximum performance per gram, including anyone eyeing occasional backcountry use with a heavier setup.
How It Compares
See how it stacks up in our full guide: The Best All-Mountain Skis of 2026-27. Other picks from that list: Völkl M7 Mantra · Blizzard Rustler 9 · Elan Ripstick 96 · K2 Mindbender 90C.