By Andrew Ingold
Head Kore 100 Ti review
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Intended Use and Skier Profile
The Kore 100 Ti aims squarely at advanced intermediates to experts who split their days between groomers and soft snow. At 100 mm underfoot, it hits the modern all‑mountain sweet spot: wide enough to float in a storm, narrow enough to carve daily laps. Compared with playful, ultralight 100s, this ski feels more composed and confidence‑building, thanks to metal in the layup. It rewards a forward, centered stance and responds best at moderate to high speeds, yet remains accessible for progressing skiers who want stability without a punishing flex.
Carving and Groomer Performance
On groomers, the 17.2 m radius (177 cm) encourages medium to longer arcs. The dual Titanal layers and 1922 g per‑ski weight deliver notably low chatter and strong edge hold on firm morning corduroy and late‑day hardpack. It isn’t the fastest edge‑to‑edge against narrower 90–98 mm carvers, but it rolls smoothly and holds a clean line once tipped. The partial‑twin tail releases predictably, so you can feather the finish when traffic tightens. It really comes alive with some speed; at slow speeds, the metal can feel a touch inert.
Off‑Piste, Powder, and Chop
Off‑piste, the tip‑tail rocker (about 30/50/20) keeps the shovel riding high and lets the tail pivot when terrain gets tight. In 4–8 inches of new snow, it planes easily; in deeper or heavy maritime powder, it prefers a slightly more centered stance to avoid driving the metal‑backed tail. Where it shines is chopped powder and crud, where the dampness mutes deflection and stays composed through piles. In trees and bumps, the swing weight feels manageable, though quick‑short‑turn skiers may prefer something looser or lighter.
Construction Details and On‑Snow Feel
The build blends a Karuba/Beech core with two Titanal sheets and Graphene, wrapped in a Freeride Sandwich Cap. The result is a lively‑but‑damped platform: the wood gives rebound, the metal filters vibration and boosts edge grip, and the Graphene helps keep weight in check. The hybrid top surface with flax‑reinforced edges resists chipping, and the structured UHM C base runs fast with regular wax. Overall feel is smooth, quiet, and confidence‑forward rather than hyper‑playful—ideal for skiers who value precision and composure in variable snow.
Key Specs Explained and Sizing Advice
Key specs: 133‑100‑122 mm (177 cm) balances float and bite; 17.2 m radius favors stable, medium‑long turns; 1922 g per ski (177) adds damping for crud; tip‑tail rocker improves planing and pivoting. Lengths: 156–191 cm. Size near nose to forehead for all‑mountain versatility; go longer for stability in speed and soft snow. Compared with Enforcer 100, this is a bit lighter and easier to pivot; versus Rustler 10, it’s more damp and precise but less playful; relative to QST 98, it’s better in chop, slower edge‑to‑edge.