2027 Head Kore 106 TI

For 2027, the Head Kore 106 Ti gets a slight graphic change but otherwise returns unchanged. There are no surprises here, for better or for worse, as this 106 Ti is totally predictable and skis true to form. While the metal helps it out on groomers, it’s still not going to outperform a front side ski on ice, nor is it going to have more buoyancy than a wider powder-specific ski. Rather, the benefit of the 106 Ti is that it dabbles in a wide variety of conditions and terrain for advanced and expert skiers who value predictability and consistency. This feels like an aggressive ski that can be pushed quite hard to attain a high level of performance.

Head uses a strong and capable construction to get the most out of their Kore line of skis. Built with a blend of karuba and beech, these skis have a nice energy to them as well as a sturdy feel. The big story here is the use of two layers of titanal that do the bulk of the heavy lifting when it comes to damping and power. Adding to the energetic aspect of the ski, Head also uses Graphene to boost the overall pep without adding weight. The topsheet consists of a flax laminate as well, to decrease the instances of chipping and scratching as well as adding another damping layer to the mix. Tester Collin Wiedersheim calls it “Strong and stable; the Kore does a great job of being lively while also remaining quiet and smooth. Groomers and chopped up snow. The 106ti is a great choice for both soft snow and firmer groomers alike. Advanced and up. The Kore 106ti is burly and strong and will need an equally strong set of legs to take advantage of its performance. A great freeride option in the mid-100’s category. Very well rounded, does many things quite well. Its strength is its standout characteristic, and the tip taper allows for smooth yet energetic turns. A great ski.”

There aren’t too many playful freeride skis with this much metal in them. At 106 mm underfoot, these skis blur the lines between a daily driver for deeper places and a powder-day specialist for skiers like us here in Vermont. You could easily consider this a wider all-mountain ski or a narrower freeride ski and you’d be correct either way. The 184 boasts measurements of 135/106/127 mm which create a turn radius of 18.5-meters. This is middle-of-the road and allows for ultimate versatility and well-roundedness. As the Kore series gets wider, the drama of the rocker profile and taper shape follows suit. As a result, this 106 is perfectly balanced for a variety of conditions and terrain but leans slightly to the softer side. Sam Reed notes that “This is a sturdy ski. Quite damp, very stable, and not very playful. Definitely a ski that loves the fall line. Not wildly nimble, especially in the woods, but a lot of fun to charge through anything you point it at. I'd recommend this for open terrain - groomers, fresh snow, steep lines with a runout. Felt a lot like the Kastle Paragon 101, but not as easy edge-to-edge. Both are smooth, fast, and stable.”

With a mix of attributes, the character of this ski makes it appealing to a bunch of different skiers and skier types. The predictability and consistency of this ski pairs well with its versatility, allowing for a wide group of potential skiers. While there’s a lot of performance in this ski, it’s still somewhat easy to use, mainly the width will keep it off the feet of intermediate skiers, but overall, it’s a pretty approachable 106 with two sheets of metal. It’s not too stiff, but can definitely handle some very aggressive skiing.