Völkl VTA 98 (2019)
2019 Backcountry Ski
Brand: Völkl
Model: VTA 98
Specs
Tip / Waist / Tail (mm)
133-98-116
Lengths (cm)
156, 163, 170, 177, 184
Radius (m)
20.1

The VTA 98 exceeded our expectations for both uphill capabilities and overall downhill performance. Featuring a lightweight wood core, a carbon tip with rocker, and a very effective ICE.OFF topsheet that nearly eliminated snow on top of the ski, the VTA 98 won tester accolades for its skiability on corn and refrozen crud. With a versatile width, tapered sidecut, and damp feel, it might not weigh as much as a traditional Völkl, but it certainly handles like one.
Weight: 1,370g per ski (177)