REASONS TO BUY
Stable underfoot
Nimble and energetic
More playful than ever
REASONS TO AVOID
Can feel too stiff at times
Small pivot point
Head Kore 94 Ti Review
This fully redesigned ski improves upon the previous generation in every way, making it a real contender among the best all-mountain skis
The Head Kore 94 Ti is a versatile all-mountain ski that excels particularly on firm snow.
Credit: Marc Rotse
By Bobby Garrett ⋅ Review Editor ⋅ November 14, 2025
Our Verdict
Head completely redesigned its Kore line of skis, incorporating more traditional materials within the Kore 94 Ti. Reminiscent of the old Monster models, Head reinforced this new Kore with two sheets of titanal. Intermediate skiers on our team immediately felt more stable at speed and confident through variable snow conditions than on the previous generation of Kore skis. Although this move increases ski weight by about half a pound per pair compared to the previous version we tested, the redesigned Kore 94 Ti is an even more playful and nimble ski than ever before. The downside is that this ski's ability to float in powder has dropped off, likely due to its narrower tip shape and less pronounced rocker. That said, this is a significantly more versatile all-mountain ski than previously – if you've been less than impressed with Head skis in the past, look again.
Our Analysis and Test Results
The reengineered Head Kore 94 Ti takes three steps in the right direction and one step backwards. Firm snow stability has improved across the board while soft snow performance takes a hit, albeit more noticeably in heavier powder conditions. Our testers love that the Kore 94 Ti has been redesigned with a more progressive flex, which particularly shines through in moguls. It's worth noting that some of our lighterweight testers occasionally found this ski to be a bit too stiff.
The redesigned Kore 94 Ti does a great job of dampening vibrations, which bolsters confidence at speed.
Credit: Marc Rotse
Stability at Speed
Head is known for incorporating Graphene into its skis, which is the strongest material on earth. This technology, combined with their blend of karuba and beech in the woodcore, supports higher speeds while increasing vibration dampening.
Our team appreciated how the Kore 94 Ti could cruise comfortably and predictably, regardless of whether the snow was soft or firm. We experienced only a slight tip rattle on firm, early morning groomers, but that didn't detract from this ski's performance.
Compared to other all-mountain skis, the tip on the Kore 94 Ti is noticeably slimmer, which makes it snappy in a carve.
Credit: Marc Rotse
Carving Ability
The Kore 94 Ti saves on weight by using materials like the aforementioned Graphene and Head's Hybrid Top Surface, which uses less top-sheet material than traditional cap constructions. With a waist width of 95 millimeters underfoot (as measured at the 185 cm size we tested), this ski felt intuitive to carve and was easy to break into a skid as needed.
Our intermediate-level testers also noticed that, at times, the Kore 94 Ti tended to feel too stiff in a medium-radius turn – advanced to expert-level skiers had a much easier time pushing this lightweight, but powerful ski through a carved turn. However, it's also worth noting that this new version of the Kore scored considerably higher in our carving tests than the previous version.
The snappiness we experienced while carving also holds when you break into more skidded turns.
Credit: Bobby Garrett
Powder Performance
With a tip width of 132 millimeters, the Kore 94 Ti matches the shovel dimensions of some slightly fatter skis that perform much better in powder. The reason for its lower score is its tip profile. The shovel is less pronounced than other skis in our lineup, and the rocker profile is more gradual, starting further forward than the other skis we're comparing the Kore 94 Ti against.
Our team noted that the interactions between the Kore 94 Ti's shape and the ski's flex profile allow it to plane slightly in deep powder, but unfortunately, it sinks more often than not. The shape also felt more directional than previous versions of the Kore, with less of a freeride feel, which may also account for its proclivity for chopped up, rather than fresh snow. While it's not a great option for when the snow gets deep, it's still exciting to ski in shallow or light accumulations of powder.
Although the very tips stayed on the surface, the rest of the ski tended to sink in light powder.
Credit: Marc Rotse
Crud Performance
Skiing through partially refrozen suncups on the Kore 94 Ti was exciting (now that's not something you hear every day!) This experience highlights Head's return to building all-mountain skis that dampen vibrations without losing energy.
The longer effective edge and shortened rocker profile allow the core of this ski to absorb the impact of inconsistent surfaces predictably, rather than those same inconsistencies knocking your tips around. The result is a stable ride through most uneven snow surfaces, which inspired particular confidence among our more intermediate-level testers.
Cutting between a central groomed swath and chopped up snow made it obvious that the stability of the Kore 94 doesn't change much based on the snow conditions.
Credit: Marc Rotse
Terrain Playfulness
With this redesign, the Kore 94 Ti is more playful than ever before. Advanced and expert skiers on our team particularly enjoyed its “snappy attitude” as they flowed over off-piste terrain. That said, the “sweet spot” for finding just the right level of playfulness in this ski is smaller than in others.
While venturing off the groomed slopes with the Kore 94 Ti, intermediate testers noted that the Kore 94 Ti would “bite back” if they weren't standing over just the right spot on this ski. These testers noticed that at the end of a turn, the ski could suddenly shoot forward, kicking them into the backseat. While this energy was easily overcome – and thoroughly enjoyed – by more experienced and athletic skiers on our team, it's worth noting that an energetic ski like the Kore 94 Ti is not something to take lightly.
The diminished rocker profile, combined with a more directional, aggressively shaped tail gives this ski a lot of snap between turns.
Bumps
The Kore 94 Ti was equally playful in moguls. With its 95-millimeter waist, our testers were able to quickly and easily adjust their position as they snapped through bumps.
Notably, intermediate testers didn't notice the same stiffness as they did while carving. One noted, “With the assistance of the bumps, I was able to easily flex this ski.”
Even in uneven moguls, the Kore 94 Ti absorbs impacts and helps you stay inside.
Credit: Bobby Garrett
Should You Buy the Head Kore 94 Ti?
The Kore 94 Ti is the only ski in our lineup this year that both performs well across the board and costs less than $800. For intermediate skiers looking for a good value, the Kore 94 Ti inspires confidence for edging off-piste, and presents a ski that you can grow into as your skills advance. For the advanced or expert skier, this is an energetic all-mountain ski that's fun in any terrain.
What Other Skis Should You Consider?
If you enjoy, and have the opportunity to ski more powder than moguls, the Blizzard Rustler 9 is a similarly supportive ski, especially if you live on the West Coast and regularly ski wet, heavy snow. The Armada Declivity 92 Ti carves a bit better than the Kore 94 Ti, and has a bit more energy, making it more playful for advanced and expert skiers.
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