The Volkl 90EIGHT Women is an all-mountain backside ski built for female riders who want a playful feel on groomed slopes and the occasional venture into softer snow. It’s designed to perform across a range of conditions, from packed runs to light powder, without feeling too stiff or sluggish.
Its 98 mm waist width strikes a balance between stability at speed and enough bite for carving clean arcs, while the 133/98/116 shape helps the ski roll smoothly from edge to edge. Weighing in at 1550 g per ski (163 cm), it remains agile underfoot without giving up confidence when you pick up speed. The flat binding mounting area preserves the ski’s natural flex, making it easier to play with turn shape or press into small features.
With a 15.9 m turn radius at 163 cm, this ski sits in the mid-radius category, offering the versatility to swing both medium-length and tighter turns. The three numbers (133, 98, 116 mm) represent the width at the tip, waist, and tail: a wider tip and tail help initiate turns and float in softer snow, while the narrower waist maintains edge hold on harder pack.
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