Skis and BindingsHead
Next year, Head focuses on the new range in the off-road range, with three new models that see the introduction of Graphene in this industry as well.
Saturday 24 June 2017 3 minutes reading time
Graphene is an innovative material that has been used by Head for some years to lighten skiing while maintaining and improving torsional and stability capabilities.
It was introduced slowly in the production line: first in the women's range, then in the allmountain, last year in the racing line and now in the freeride.
The new Kore range is distinguished by several constructive features. Graphene is used in spatula and tail to lighten the structure and allow for greater buoyancy. The core is made of Carrubba wood, lightweight and specially crafted, combined with materials that absorb vibrations. Finally, it is a novelty for the " The whole of Head production, ski coverage for the first time also has structural functions: it is made with a special carbon resin, which does not weigh ski and favors torsional resistance. The Kore line will be three, with three different Measures under the foot: 93 - 105 - 117 mm, to embrace all users of the freeride, from those who approach to those looking for extreme powder.
The racing range is instead a line general restiling, with a special focus on i.Speed ​​Pro that comes with a new plate, derived directly from the World Cup. The peculiarity of the plate is that it is fixed in two points, tip and heel, since the elastic response and the flexion of the ski in the center of the plate can be customized. Another novelty is the WCR, a small piston that hangs to the top of the plate, to make the ski more precise and stick to the ground.
© ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Social media engagement
More about Skis and Bindings
Skis and Bindings
Dynastar celebra Elena Fanchini con uno sci in edizione limitata: tecnica, memoria e solidarietà
Redazione Materiali, Thursday 19 March 2026
Skis and Bindings
Cora Bettoni, Monday 23 February 2026
Skis and Bindings
Cora Bettoni, Thursday 5 February 2026
Skis and Bindings
Volant e Atomic: la nuova serie presentata a Prowinter 2026 per un pubblico raffinato
Redazione Materiali, Wednesday 28 January 2026
Skis and Bindings
More new products from Rossignol at Prowinter 2026: introducing the new Master ST 175
Redazione Materiali, Wednesday 28 January 2026
Skis and Bindings
Stöckli celebra l’Italia con una linea limited-edition
Redazione Materiali, Tuesday 27 January 2026HEAD, SCELTI DAI LETTORI
MAXISPORT
HEAD - tavola stella black donna
2