The competition for powder turns has never been more heated than it is right now, and die hard skiers who don't mind working for their turns are increasingly turning to lighter all-mountain solutions like the Völkl Blaze 106 Skis to feed their pow habit. The fact that you can transition seamlessly from a morning of touring to an afternoon of lift-served is key to why the Blaze series has been so popular - a lighter, dedicated touring ski simply doesn't ski as well in variable conditions or harder snow. The Blaze 106 is also an ideal choice for the resort skier seeking a versatile and forgiving ski that excels in sidecountry terrain and trees, where the light weight and smooth tail release are an asset.