When it comes to technology, nobody takes it more seriously than Head. They have already introduced Intelligence Technology, a piezoelectric feedback system that modulates torsion on the fly, and super-specialized materials such as Liquidmetal, a special amorphous metal that returns almost all the energy put into it. Wide use of wood cores and proper application of the most advanced materials and construction technology has yielded another line of skis for 09/10 that do all that that can be expected and much more.
RACE ... direct descendants of the World Cup spec skis the champions ride.
Worldcup iSL
66mm underfoot, 13 meter radius in 165cm length. Available in 155, 160, 165, 170cm.
Hardcore slalom ski.
Worldcup iSpeed
66mm underfoot, 18 meter radius in 180cm length. Available in 165, 170, 175, 180, 185cm.
Hardcore GS ski.
Supershape Magnum
71mm underfoot, 13.5 meter radius in 170cm length. Available in 149, 156, 163, 170, 177cm.
iSupershape Speed
68mm underfoot, 14.6 meter radius in 170cm length.
Available in 156, 163, 170, 177, 184cm.
iSupershape
66mm underfoot, 12.1 meter radius in 170cm length.
Available in 155, 160, 165, 170, 175cm.
Narrow and shapely for maximum carving.
CHIP
Warning, Techno-geek Content! - A few years back Head introduced a technology that used piezoelectric fibers embedded at 45° in front of the binding. Piezoelectric fibers convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa. As the ski twists, the fibers are bent causing them to produce electrical energy that is then looped back to the fibers causing them to stiffen thereby putting more rebound and torsional grip into the ski. So…as demand increases, the fibers’ response increases to create a ski that is adjusting to the situation on the fly. The fibers are called “Intellifibers” and when this system is used in the ski it is said to have “Intelligence Technology.”
To make this concept even more effective Head engineers insert a chip in the circuit so the electrical energy is not just recycled, it is accumulated and released strategically to match the oscillation properties of the ski — a bit like a noise-canceling headset. This effectively multiplies the torsion-control, making it even more powerful. Skis with this technology installed have “Intelligence CHIP Technology.”
Chip 66
66mm underfoot, 13.4 meter radius in 170cm length. Available in 152, 158, 164, 170, 176cm.
This is a serious carving machine that also incorporates Head’s new Torque Turning Technology. Titanium stiffeners in tip and tail as well as a construction method that brings the top sheet down to touch the edges is part of the promise to take frontside carving up a notch. The other part is Intelligence CHIP Technology, Liquidmetal and Worldcup sandwich construction.
Chip 71
71mm underfoot, 13.5 meter sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 156, 163, 170, 171cm.
Intelligence CHIP Technology, Liquidmetal and Worldcup sandwich construction.
Chip 78
78mm underfoot, 14.6 meter sidecut in 171cm length. Available in 165, 171, 177, 183cm.
This is the old Monster 78 reborn. Intelligence CHIP Technology, Liquidmetal and sandwich construction promises one of the great all-mountain skis of the season.
ICON ... All-Mountain Piste
Icon TT (Torque Technology) rounds out the new lineup with 5 models for frontside cruising and carving. Icon is not a race line but construction of the top model (Icon TT 80.0) includes the most exotic technologies and race pedigree sandwich construction.
Torque Technology is a less complicated way to control torsion than CHIP technology. It’s also not adjustable but each ski model has Intelligence Technology as well as TT that is tailored to optimize performance. Icon has all the earmarks of a line that will serve a wide range of abilities.
Icon TT 80.0
66mm underfoot, 13.4 meter radius in 170cm length.
Available in 152, 158, 164, 170, 176cm. World Cup sandwich construction.
Icon TT 60.0
67mm underfoot, 14 meter sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 146, 152, 158, 164, 170, 176cm.
Icon TT 40.0
67mm underfoot, 14 meter sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 146, 152, 158, 164, 170, 176cm.
Same shape as TT 60.0 but Aramid fiber instead of metal used in construction.
Icon TT 20.0
68mm underfoot, 15.3 meter sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 149, 156, 163, 170, 177cm.
This is the only model that does not use Liquidmetal.
PEAK ... All-Mountain Freeride
The well-known Monster line of all mountain skis has been retired. Peak is Monster’s successor for all terrain blasting in the mid-fat range. Monster set the pace in that segment but Monster fans won’t be disappointed by the new lineup. A new line doesn’t discard the successes and lessons learned along the way so enthusiasts can expect the same all-terrain stability and competence that made Monster the gold standard of the day. All models except Peak 76 use Intelligence Technology (torsion control on the fly) and the super-springy material Liquidmetal. As you might expect these skis tend to have less shape and more length than most categories.
Most brands have slightly different offerings of models depending on the market. This category is a typical example where Peak Ltd. is a unique ski for North America and Peak 6 is the Peak 76 with North American graphics.
Peak 88
88mm underfoot, 19.2 meter sidecut in 175cm length. Available in 164, 169, 175, 180, 186cm.
Sandwich construction.
Peak 82
82mm underfoot, 17.7 meter sidecut in 172cm length. Available in 161, 172, 177, 183cm.
Sandwich construction.
Peak 78
78mm underfoot, 14.6 meter sidecut in 171cm length. Available in 165, 171, 177, 183cm.
Sandwich construction.
Peak 76
76mm underfoot, 16.1 meter sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 156, 163, 170, 177cm.
No Intelligence Tech or Liquidmetal. Power Carbon jacket construction. Not available in North America.
Peak 6
76mm underfoot, 16.1 meter sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 156, 163, 170, 177cm.
No Intelligence Tech or Liquidmetal. Power Carbon jacket construction. Same ski as Peak 76 but with North American graphics.
Peak 4
73mm underfoot, 14.3 meter sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 149. 156, 163, 170, 177cm.
Intelligence Tech and Liquidmetal but Power Carbon construction instead of Sandwich. Also called Peak 73 with different graphics in some markets.
Peak Ltd
75mm underfoot, 12.8 meters sidecut in 170cm length. Available in 149, 156, 163, 170, 177cm.
Aircoat Hollow Glass, Intelligence Tech and Liquidmetal. Unique ski for North America.
BIG MOUNTAIN ... the all new Fab Four
The Mojo collection has been upgraded with a psychedelic new line of big boards for serious steep and deep. The retro-music connection is hard to miss with the graphics and names. Fun aside, these are bomb-proof rides for big lines. These ski tend to be long and straight compared to other categories and check out the all-new Jimi 110 that is 110mm underfoot. That’s almost 4 1/2 inches to some folks.
Jimi 110
110mm underfoot, 32 meter sidecut in 181cm length. Available in 171, 181, 191cm.
Joe 105
105mm underfoot, 32.1 meter sidecut in 181 cm length. Available in 171, 181, 191cm length.
Richie 102
102mm underfoot, 37.3 meter sidecut in 183cm length. Available in 173, 183, 193cm.
John 94
94mm underfoot, 19.5 meter sidecut in 180cm length. Available in 166, 173, 180, 187cm.
PARK & PIPE
Park and pipe skis are all twin tips and they differ from other skis mainly in that they are built to take more punishment than other skis. Hard landings and park features that are often made of metal require tough skis. Bindings are also usually mounted more forward than most skis. Ski width and sidecut aren’t too important in this segment but are given for reference.
J.O. Pro
84mm underfoot, 20.2 meter sidecut in 181cm length. Available in 161, 171, 176, 181cm.
Sandwich twintip construction and extra durable ABS sidewalls. Same shape but wider and longer than last year. J.O. (Jon Olsson) usually features eye-catching girls on his signature model. This time it’s his girlfriend. Coincidence? I think not.
Bullet 84
84mm underfoot, 20.2 meter sidecut in 181cm length. Available in 161, 171, 176, 181cm.
Sandwich twintip construction and extra durable ABS sidewalls. Different binding setup packaged with this model, otherwise the same as J.O. Pro.
Black Jack 80
79mm underfoot, 19.1 meter sidecut in 172cm length.
Available in 154, 163, 172, 181cm.
Heavy duty twintip construction.
WOMEN’S SKIS
Head has a team of women that help develop and approve the offerings for female physiology and tastes. The collection ranges from expert to novice.
Power One
66mm underfoot, 14.2 meter sidecut in 163 cm length. Available in 149, 156, 163. 170, 177cm.
Expert carver loaded with technology including Worldcup Sandwich construction.
Wild One
81mm underfoot, 15.4 meter sidecut in 161cm length. Available in 150, 156, 161, 166, 172cm.
A little wider, made for expert all-mountain rippers.
Sweet One
92mm underfoot, 14.9 meter sidecut in 159cm length. Available 159, 166, 173, 180cm.
An all-mountain freeride ski with lots of shape for frontside. This ski may not be available in North America.
Great One
77mm underfoot, 13.5 meter sidecut in 165 cm length. Available in 153, 159, 165, 171cm.
An all-mountain ski that’s a bit narrower than Wild One and has more shape. Probably most at home on the groomed.
G.E. Pro
76mm underfoot, 17.9 meter sidecut in 169cm length. Available in 151, 160, 169, 178cm.
A park ski for serious she-riders. G.E. must be Greta Eliassen, Head’s female team rider counterpart to Jon Olsson.
Perfect One
67mm underfoot, 12 meter sidecut in 158 cm length. Available in 146, 152, 158, 164, 170 cm.
This is a shapely women’s ski that benefits from the new Torque Turning Technology showcased in the Peak lineup.
Every One
72mm underfoot, 11 meter sidecut in 156cm length. Available in 149, 156, 163cm.
Thanks to Aircoat Hollow Glass Technology, Every One is light and tough. An all-mountain ski for advanced/expert women but it has a lot of shape so it’s a fun carver too.
Cool One
70mm underfoot, 12.3 meter sidecut in 156cm length. Available in 142, 149, 156, 163cm.
Fine One
67mm underfoot, 12 meter sidecut in 158cm length.
Available in 146, 152, 158, 164cm.
New Torque Turning technology.
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