By Andrew Ingold
Head Kore 94 Ti review
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What it is and who it’s for
The Head Kore 94 Ti (2025/2026) is a serious all‑mountain/freeride tool for advanced skiers who want one ski that carves confidently on groomers yet stays composed in soft and chopped snow. Compared to earlier, lighter Kore models, the 94 Ti adds two layers of Titanal for more damping and stability without killing the ski’s lively feel. The result is a precise, trustworthy ride that covers the whole resort.
On‑snow feel
On snow, the Kore 94 Ti feels intuitive right away: tip and tail rocker make turn initiation and release easy, while underfoot camber provides edge bite and energy. It’s quick edge‑to‑edge for a 94‑mm platform and has a neutral stance—supportive when you pressure it, but not grabby when you want to smear or pivot.
Groomers and carving performance
On groomers, the 94 Ti shines in medium to long turns. Torsional stiffness and Titanal damping translate to strong edge hold and calm composure at speed. You get a solid carve with clear rebound out of the turn. It’s less twitchy than narrower carvers (88–90 mm) but feels more planted when the surface is firm or skied‑out.
Off‑piste and mixed snow
Off piste, the 94‑mm waist offers adequate float for soft, up to knee‑deep snow, while the moderate tip rocker and stout shovel keep you tracking through chop and wind‑buff. In trees and bumps it stays manageable and quick to redirect; the tail has enough backbone for support, though it can feel assertive in very tight or steep moguls if you get in the backseat.
Stability, damping, and speed limit
Two layers of Titanal, Graphene, and a flax/linen layer work together to mute vibration and raise the speed limit. At roughly 1905 g per ski (177 cm), it sits in a sweet spot: enough mass to smooth out chatter without feeling sluggish. It’s not a featherweight tourer, but it blasts through afternoon crud without going dead.
Construction highlights
The Freeride Sandwich Cap construction with a Karuba/Beech wood core provides a durable, lively chassis. Graphene boosts strength‑to‑weight, the flax/linen layer damps high‑frequency chatter on firm snow, and the Structured UHM C base delivers excellent glide and wear resistance. The hybrid top surface resists chipping and uses less plastic.
Specs and what they mean
Rocker profile: tip & tail rocker with camber (rocker/camber/rocker) makes turn initiation forgiving and releases cleanly, while camber grips when you tip it on edge. Dimensions by length run from 127‑91‑113 mm (@156) to 133‑96‑118 mm (@191); longer lengths add width for stability and float. Radius spans 12.7 m (@156) to 19.2 m (@191), with 16.3 m @ 177 cm—shorter is quicker, longer is more composed. Weight is about 1905 g per ski @ 177 cm—enough to damp without dulling agility. Available lengths: 156/163/170/177/184/191 cm. The Structured UHM C base enhances glide and durability.
Length and mount advice
If you’re advanced and like to push, choose true length or size up if you ski fast or spend more time off piste. Between sizes? Go shorter if you’re lighter/technical or ski tight trees and bumps; go longer for open terrain, more stability, or a heavier build. The recommended line feels balanced; +1 cm livens up quick turns and trees, −1 cm adds calm at speed and more tip drive.
Comparisons to consider
Nordica Enforcer 94: heavier and more planted; the Kore 94 Ti is lighter and quicker edge‑to‑edge. Blizzard Rustler 9 (96 mm): more playful with a softer tail; the Kore is more precise with better bite. Atomic Maverick 95 Ti: similar damping, slightly looser tip; the Kore feels more precise on edge. Salomon QST 92/98: more forgiving, but with less tenacious edge hold than the Kore 94 Ti. Völkl Mantra M6 (96): very torsionally strong and powerful; the Kore is nimbler and lighter underfoot.
Potential drawbacks
Potential downsides: not the floatiest choice for truly deep days; the supportive tail can feel strong in very tight bumps; it really comes alive with some speed and a good tune. Beginners or very casual skiers may prefer a softer, lighter non‑Ti all‑mountain option.
Bottom line
If you want one ski to handle firm morning groomers, afternoon chop, and a fresh overnight, the Head Kore 94 Ti is an easy recommendation. It blends modern damping and stability with enough agility to roam the whole mountain—a precise, confidence‑inspiring all‑mountain partner for advanced skiers.