The 2025 Volkl Blaze 86 W with Tyrolia Attack LYT 11 GW Bindings is a light and playful all-mountain setup that excels in a variety of conditions. With its moderate waist width and super lightweight construction, the Blaze 86 W is both approachable and intuitive, making it a strong performer in bumps, trees, crud, and on groomed trails. We paired the 86W with the Tyrolia Attack LYT 11 GW because of the Attack’s light weight and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. Thanks to a 15% reduction in weight, the Attack LYT 11 is the perfect binding option for lighter weight freeriders, and keeps this setup on the lighter side without sacrificing power or performance.

Why we like it:

The Blaze 86 W opens the door for intermediate skiers to explore beyond groomed runs, venturing into bumps, trees, and backcountry terrain with confidence.

Who it's for:

A broad range of skiers will appreciate the Blaze 86 W, from intermediates looking to expand their skillset to advanced skiers who prefer a more relaxed and approachable ski.

Highlights:

The 2025 Volkl Blaze 86 W offers impressive all-mountain versatility. Its super lightweight Multilayer Woodcore features a blend of featherlight Poplar and stable Beech wood, enhancing both performance and playfulness. The core is further refined with milled-out slots to reduce weight, contributing to the ski’s nimble feel. Volkl’s 3D Radius Technology provides the ability to make a variety of turn shapes with minimal skier input, making the 86 W highly intuitive. Fine-tuned for 2026, the Attack LYT 11 is designed to bring the ideal level of safety and performance to skiers looking for a light weight binding for a wide-bodied all-mountain or freeride ski. The new FR LYT Toe is 15% lighter, and offers a sliding AFD for precise and reliable release as well as plenty of elastic travel. Tyrolia���s SX FR Heel is easy to step into, offering an intuitive and frustration-free experience whether you’re stepping into your skis to start your day, or cleaning up from a pow day yardsale.

Things to consider:

Although the Blaze 86 W is surprisingly stable for its weight, skiers who prefer a ski with more energy and rebound might find it lacking in liveliness. Advanced skiers seeking top-end performance may also prefer a more aggressive option, as the Blaze 86 W is designed to perform at a more relaxed pace.

Fit & sizing considerations:

The Blaze 86 W skis true to size.