2026 Volkl Peregrine V-Werks

The 2026 Volkl Peregrine V.Werks is a carryover model for 2026, bringing the same construction, shape, and profile as in years past. The V.Werks line with in Volkl is known for being more of an experimental or prototypical brand within a brand. In the case of the Peregrine V.Werks, they use a lighter core and more carbon than the non-V.Werks models which makes them slightly more approachable while still containing a very high-performance ceiling. At 84 mm underfoot and with a relatively flat camber profile, these skis are more well-rounded than one may expect, capable of dealing with adverse conditions and terrain with ease, especially when considering their incredible on-piste performance.

Built with their hybrid wood core consisting of lighter wood, Volkl adds a titanal frame to the mix. This frame takes the place of two full sheets by using the metal in more of a strategic manner. As a result, Volkl keeps the weight down. The skis also use tailored carbon tips and tails to go along with 3D Ridge and 3D Glass. Volkl puts it all out there with the V.Werks, and this not only contributes to this ski’s poise and on-trail prowess, but it also adds to Volkl’s line from a development standpoint. By putting their latest and greatest technological advancements and sophistication out there on the snow, they’re pushing forward and putting their best stuff on the hill. Tester Andrew Ruschp notes that they’re “Super light weight,” also scoring the skis 8 out of 10 for torsional stiffness, edge grip, stability, quickness, and maneuverability.

The mid-80's is an interesting place to be for a carving ski. These V.Werks 84’s fit quite well in a carving and on-piste format, but their shape and flatter profile allow them to work well in an all-mountain format, too. With measurements of 132/84/115, the skis utilize a 3D Radius to generate splits of 24/15/20.5-meters in the 177 cm length. This puts more emphasis on longer turns at lower edge angles and shorter turns when focused in the center. It’s a very natural and pleasing way of using the multi-radius design, and it works quite well with Peregrine V.Werks. The flatter profile with long and low rocker in the tips and tails assists with the easy nature of the 3D Radius—if there were more camber, it’d be more difficult to tap into various turn shapes and styles.

Poppy, grippy, and insanely fun, the 2026 Volkl Peregrine V.Werks is a technological marvel. These skis handle a lot of strong skiing with a lower weight. All things being equal, if you can get top-end performance at a lower weight, that’s a mark of a good product. You don’t get tired or fatigued on these skis, as there are much heftier and more demanding options in this width throughout the ski industry.