Völkl has named its new ski series after the peregrine falcon, and that's quite a statement. If you transfer its characteristics to those of a ski, the ski should be able to be controled precisely and safely even at the highest speed, while also being nimble and agile, and suitable for elegant and smooth cruising. It should also feel at home on freshly groomed slopes as well as on tracked-out slush or even in the deep snow off-piste.
In fact, for such a bundle of skiing characteristics, you usually need a whole bundle of skis: a slalom ski for agility, a race carver for stability, and an all-mountain ski for versatility. How does Völkl integrate all these types of skis into one ski series?
Völkl Peregrine: technologies
To ensure that the Peregrine models are agile, stable and versatile, they incorporate several technologies:
3D.Glass Technology
3D.Glass Technology enhances stability and edge grip. It involves a sophisticated application of fiberglass inserts, which are vertically extended in the front and rear of the ski and over the sidewalls. This improves edge grip on ice and increases dynamics during turns. A single layer of glass under the binding provides smoothness and variable radius.
Tip & Tail Rocker
The shortened Tip & Tail Rocker ensures agility in slush and powder. This element, unusual for race-capable skis like the Peregrine models, works surprisingly well. The flat tapering at the tip and tail, combined with traditional camber under the binding, allows Völkl to blend easy turn initiation and agility with stability and edge grip in one ski.
Tailored Carbon Tips
A significant contribution to variability comes from the Tailored Fibre Placement (TFP) technology. This innovative manufacturing process involves stitching carbon fibers into the tip area to adjust torsional stiffness precisely. The fiber orientation and strength, as well as the angle of the inserts, can be controlled to influence the ski's characteristics, resulting in a reliable tip for precise steering and quick energy build-up. Additional benefits include agile entry with less effort and more dynamic fun.
While these ski technologies are consistent, the Peregrine models vary, with some suited for aggressive carving on groomed and less groomed slopes, and others as true allmountain skis for all snow conditions and skiing styles.
Völkl Peregrine Models: Overview
Peregrine All-Mountain-Piste models
Völkl Peregrine 82 and Peregrine 80 are the adaptable artists in the Peregrine series. They are equipped with innovative technologies to handle rapidly changing snow conditions, ensuring constant fun and a stable, easy-to-turn ride.
Ski Technologies
The 3D Radius Sidecut is crucial, combining a short middle radius with long tip and tail radii. This design facilitates tight turns at moderate speeds and easy turn initiation while ensuring stability and maneuverability for wide turns at high speeds.
Völkl Peregrine 82 and Peregrine 80 for sporty to highly sporty skiers
Both models offer independence from changing slope conditions for sporty to highly sporty skiers. The Peregrine 82's Tailored Titanal Frame provides precise power transmission and damping for professional skiers, while the Peregrine 80's Glass Frame offers a wide range of skiers easy access to dynamism and agility.
Peregrine V-Werks: luxury for sporty skiers
For those who want more, Völkl offers the Peregrine V-Werks, a premium model setting new standards with its high-tech features. It replaces fiberglass with carbon using the Tailored Carbon process in both the tip and tail, making it lighter and more versatile.
Peregrine All-Mountain-Racecarver
Völkl Peregrine 72 and Peregrine 76 are less versatile but optimized for aggressive carving on hard, groomed slopes. They combine the stability of race skis with the agility of all-mountain skis, making them ideal for sporty skiers who want one ski for all conditions.
Peregrine XT
Völkl Peregrine XT completes the all-mountain race segment and is designed for ambitious skiers who may not be as experienced. It offers easy handling and affordability, providing access to dynamic skiing and liveliness even at moderate speeds.
Snow-How conclusion to Völkl Peregrine
The Völkl Peregrine series offers a range of models for different skiing styles and conditions, from adaptable all-mountain skis to aggressive race skis, ensuring a suitable option for every skier.