Völkl M7 Mantra W Skis 2026

The Völkl M7 Mantra W Skis 2026 are powerful women’s all-mountain skis with a 96 mm waist, 4 Radius Drive sidecut, and metal/carbon reinforcement—built for aggressive skiers who want race-like edge grip, confidence at speed, and true go-anywhere versatility.

Why the M7 Mantra W Works So Well

• Go-anywhere all-mountain width: A 96 mm waist with a 139–96–121 mm sidecut is narrow enough to bite on firm groomers yet wide enough to stay composed in chop, crud, and soft snow.
• 4 Radius Drive sidecut: Four blended turn radii let you switch from quick, short carves to long, high-speed arcs just by changing your edge angle and pressure, so the ski adapts to the terrain and your style.
• Tailored Titanal Frame: Length-specific Titanal around the perimeter and underfoot delivers huge edge hold, damping, and stability without feeling like a dead plank—especially when you’re charging.
• Tailored Carbon Tips: Precisely placed carbon fibers in the shovel boost torsional stiffness and responsiveness, trim swing weight, and help the tip stay quiet when the snow gets rough.
• Multilayer wood core: A poplar / beech multilayer core balances power and edge grip near the sidewalls with a smoother, more forgiving feel through the center of the ski.
• Rocker / camber / rocker profile: Tip & tail rocker make turn initiation easy and add float, while camber underfoot keeps a long effective edge for serious grip on hardpack and ice.
• Full sidewall construction: Vertical ABS sidewalls run tip to tail for direct power transfer, precise edge engagement, and long-term durability.
• High-end sintered base: A fast, durable sintered base holds wax well and keeps you gliding confidently in everything from early-morning corduroy to cold mid-winter chalk.

Ideal For

The M7 Mantra W is ideal for intermediate-to-expert women who like to ski fast, drive the front of their boots, and want one ski that can handle most days on the mountain. It’s a directional, confidence-inspiring all-mountain tool that loves groomers, chalk, mixed snow, bowls, and trees—and has enough width to be fun in light powder, too.

The Details

• Category: Women’s all-mountain / freeride ski
• Sidecut Dimensions: 139–96–121 mm (tip–waist–tail)
• Waist Width: 96 mm
• Available Lengths: 149, 156, 163, 170, 177 cm
• Sidecut Radii (example @ 163 cm): ~22.9 / 36.6 / 13.7 / 17.9 m (4 Radius Drive multi-radius profile)
• Rocker Profile: Tip & tail rocker with camber underfoot (rocker / camber / rocker)
• Core: Multilayer wood core (poplar and beech)
• Laminates: Tailored Titanal Frame; Tailored Carbon Tips
• Construction: Sandwich layup with full ABS sidewalls
• Base: High-performance sintered base (P-Tex 2100)
• Flex & Feel: Stiff, powerful, and very stable with a supportive tail
• Bindings Included: No – flat ski, bindings sold separately
• Recommended Terrain: All-mountain, freeride, groomers, bowls, trees, mixed conditions
• Recommended Ability Level: Intermediate–Advanced to Expert
• Approx. Weight (pair): ~7.9–8.4 lb per pair depending on length
• Model Year: 2025–2026
• Country of Manufacture: Germany

How It Compares

The M7 Mantra W essentially replaces the beloved Secret 96, keeping the same powerful construction while adding the 4 Radius Drive sidecut for even more intuitive turn shaping. Compared to the unisex M7 Mantra, the W version is tuned specifically for women—offering the same metal-laden stability and bite, but in a slightly more balanced, accessible package that still loves to charge.

Bottom Line: If you’re a strong, speed-loving skier who wants a single women’s ski that grips on ice, blasts through chop, and still floats well enough in soft snow, the Völkl M7 Mantra W Skis 2026 deliver one of the most confident, capable rides in the 96-mm all-mountain category.

Pick your length, mount your favorite bindings, and turn every lap—from first chair corduroy to late-day leftovers—into a full-throttle run.