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Traditionally, Volkl’s Mantra series promised big performance returns for skiers with the strength and technical know-how to keep up. The updated M6 Mantra retains the capacity to absolutely devour a slope but no longer requires superhuman skills to ski.
Volkl retained the capacity to ski hard all over the mountain and significantly lowered the barrier of entry. People who say they like their skis to be “punishing” haven’t tried the M6 Mantra.
This sixth version of the Mantra isn’t just an exciting new release from Völkl, it’s earning high accolades as one of the best men’s all-mountain skis on the market.
Using a combination of their carbon tips, 3D Radius Sidecut, and titanal that scales with the length of the ski, Volkl opened up possibilities for riders who can’t otherwise meet the strength and skill demands of a ski like this. These features ultimately yield a ski with softer tips that you can ski without immaculate form at low speeds.
Notable Features
Tailored Carbon Tips: Precision-placed carbon fibers yield big performance results near the tips of the ski. More intentional placement of carbon stringers allows skis greater play up front for performance benefits in a range of conditions.
Tailored Titanal Frame: The amount of titanal in each ski scales to their length- meaning that heavier, more aggressive skiers on longer skis get the support they need while demanding less from those riding shorter models.
3D Radius Sidecut: Variable sidecut is designed to make it easier to perform multiple turn shapes. Tips and tails are tailored for long turns while a shorter radius underfoot makes shorter turns at low speed easier.
Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
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A more lively and accessible take on the Mantra series -
Much more forgiving than previous versions
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Top contender for men’s all-mountain of the year
Things we don't like:
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Skiers who want the maxed out stiffness of older versions need a longer ski -
Upper end of the all-mountain price spectrum
Specs & Features
- Waist: 96 mm
- Length: 163-191 cm
- Rocker Profile: Tip and Tail Rocker
- Core: Beech/Poplar
- Tail: Partial Twin Tip
- Turn Radius: Medium
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Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
-
A more lively and accessible take on the Mantra series
-
Much more forgiving than previous versions
-
Top contender for men’s all-mountain of the year
Things we don't like:
-
Skiers who want the maxed out stiffness of older versions need a longer ski
-
Upper end of the all-mountain price spectrum
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