By Andrew Ingold
Head Oblivion jr junior review
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Quick Summary
The Oblivion JR is a playful junior twin-tip built primarily for park and freestyle use while remaining capable around the mountain. Its Park & Pipe rocker—early rise in tip and tail with camber underfoot—helps with presses, rotations and softer landings, while the camber section adds pop and edge hold. Available in four lengths, it covers a wide age and ability range. Young riders looking to progress in park tricks will appreciate the forgiving flex and approachable personality, yet the ski still offers enough stability for bigger features.
Build and Durability
The construction mixes sandwich twintip geometry, a wood core and Tuffwalls sidewalls for impact resistance—qualities that keep this ski durable in a park environment. Graphene reinforcement mentioned in specs trims weight while improving overall stability, and the highly transparent UHM base stands up well to rails and boxes. Taken together, the build provides a robust feel without being overly heavy, which is important for junior athletes and parents wanting long-lasting equipment that endures frequent hits.
On-Snow Behavior
On snow, the ski is nimble and playful, with per-length turning radii that scale from very short to moderately long. Shorter lengths deliver quick, tight turns ideal for technical park lines and urban features, while longer lengths add straight-line stability for bigger jumps. The PNP rocker aids in presses and switch riding, and camber underfoot retains a satisfying rebound for pop. It is not a deep-powder specialist, but light powder handling is acceptable. Overall, it balances maneuverability with predictable behavior at speed.
Specifications Explained
Key specifications directly affect performance: tip, waist and tail widths determine flotation, turn initiation and landing stability; the listed waist widths (80–82 mm) keep the ski agile on hardpack. Rocker profile explains how easily the tips and tails release for presses and landings, while camber underfoot supplies edge grip and pop. Weight (≈1,345 g per ski for the 141 cm) influences swing weight and fatigue for young riders. Turning radius numbers (9.9–15.5 m) show whether the ski prefers short, quick turns or longer, more stable arcs.
Who Should Buy
This ski suits junior freestylers who spend time in the park but also want an all-mountain capable toy. Compared to similar junior park skis, it stands out for its mix of durability and light swing weight; other models with beefier cores or wider platforms can be steadier on big drops but feel heavier and less forgiving for learning tricks. If you want a durable, progression-focused twin-tip that grows with a young rider, this is a strong option. Always match length to the rider’s height, weight and ability for best results.