By Andrew Ingold
Head Kore x 80 lyt pr review
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Overview
Overview: The Kore X 80 LYT‑PR is a lightweight all‑mountain ski with a clear piste bias. Featuring an Allride Rocker (early rise tip and tail with camber underfoot), it feels forgiving and quick to initiate turns across groomers and variable snow. Offered in lengths from 149 to 177 cm with a waist around 77–81 mm, this ski targets skiers who want a nimble, responsive front‑side tool that can dabble off‑piste without the heft of a dedicated powder or big‑mountain ski.
Construction and key specs
Construction and key specs: The ski uses a wood composite core with PU Karuba inserts plus Graphene reinforcement, Power Sidewall Jacket construction and a Structured UHM C base. Graphene reduces weight while adding strength; the Power Sidewall Jacket improves direct power transfer and torsional rigidity. Tip/waist/tail change by length (e.g. 170 cm = 126/80/106 mm) — narrower waist yields quicker edge‑to‑edge transitions, useful for short turns. Weight is ≈1.975 kg per ski (170 cm) which balances stability and agility. Turn radius varies by length (170 cm ≈13.2 m) — shorter radius = easier tight turns.
On-snow performance
On‑snow performance: On groomers the Kore X 80 LYT‑PR feels lively and precise. The camber underfoot gives solid edge hold and pop during the carve, while the early tip rocker smooths turn initiation and transitions. Its light construction makes the ski easy to flick and reduces fatigue over a full day. In mixed or slightly soft snow it remains composed, but in deep powder or at very high speeds on hardpack it lacks the dampness and outright stability of wider, heavier all‑mountain skis.
Comparisons and ideal rider
Comparisons and ideal rider: Compared with race‑oriented piste performance skis, this model trades absolute high‑speed precision for more forgiveness and everyday usability. Against similar mid‑wide all‑mountain skis (roughly 75–85 mm waist), it stands out for Graphene‑assisted lightness and the PR plate system. It’s best for intermediates to advanced recreational skiers who spend most time on‑piste, enjoy quick edge changes, and want a ski that’s easy to maneuver but still capable on variable snow.
Pros, cons and verdict
Pros, cons and verdict: Pros: light weight, easy turn initiation thanks to Allride Rocker, dependable edge hold from camber, solid construction and PR plate convenience for resort bindings. Cons: limited high‑speed damping and not ideal in deep powder or for very aggressive big‑mountain charging. Verdict: A strong choice for those valuing agility and versatility on groomers and mixed conditions — pick this if you want a light, fun front‑side all‑mountain ski; opt for a wider/heavier model if you need raw power and deep‑snow performance.