Review: Völkl Revolt 96 Skis · 2024
By Curated Experts
Jake Renner and Haley T.
Völkl Revolt 96 Skis · 2024
$269.99
$449.99
40% off
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The Curated Take
4.1/5
The Völkl Revolt 96 Skis are ideal for intermediate to advanced skiers looking for a versatile twin-tipped ski. With a medium to firm flex rating and a bit of camber underfoot, these skis offer stability and pop, making them great for jumping and freestyle tricks. The full tip and tail rocker allow for a playful ride and easy skiing switch. The continual edge wrap in the nose and tail and the improved sidewall design enhances durability, making them last longer than other twin-tipped skis. Overall, the Revolt 96 is a solid choice for skiers seeking a durable, playful, and versatile ski.
Ideal for
- Pop underfoot due to the camber and the relatively firm flex rating results in a great ski for jumping
- Full tip/tail rocker allows for a playful ride and ease in skiing switch
- Continual edge wrap in the nose and tail, along with the improved sidewall design, allows this ski to last longer than other twin-tipped skis
Not ideal for
- Heavier ski
- A little bit of movement in the nose/tail at high speed when flat on hardpacked terrain
- 96mm underfoot does not provide the float needed on a powder day of more than 6-9" of fresh snow
Flotation
Unfortunately, 96mm underfoot is not enough width to keep me on top of the snow when I get into those deeper mid-winter days! It holds up well in light, fresh...Read more
The Völkl Revolt 96s provide great float for some fresh powder, but more than 8" of powder will cause the ski to struggle. Unfortunately, 96 mm underfoot isn't enough for...Read more
Carving
The Revolt 96 has a bit of camber underfoot that makes me feel stable and provides a bit of energy, propelling me from edge to edge when carving groomers. A...Read more
These skis have a sidecut of 126-96-119, so they have a wider tip, which is to be expected, but not a huge variation going into the waist and tail. This...Read more
High Speed Stability
I notice a little movement in this ski's nose at super high speeds, especially if I'm going fast straight with my skis flat on a bit of hardpacked snow or...Read more
These skis are by no means bad at high speeds. If one likes to bomb down the mountain, they can handle it. But as skiers get to higher speeds, the...Read more
Playfulness
The Revolt 96 provides stability at higher speeds underfoot while keeping its tips and tails relatively easy to swing around and butter on. If one preloads the nose and tail...Read more
These skis feature tip and tail rockers and camber underfoot. That camber feels like a "pop," and I never get tired of it. These skis are great for freestyle skiing...Read more
Durability
The continual edge wrap is important for twin-tipped skis, as there is a lot of flexing. Sometimes the edge can pop out of the ski, causing it to fall apart...Read more
These skis have pretty average durability. They can certainly handle what I throw at them, but rocks will cause core shots. The Revolts have PTEX bases so most ski shops...Read more
Turn Ease
The Völkl Revolt 96 is a maneuverable and nimble ski that is easy to turn and pivot on if I'm in a mogul field, with light amounts of fresh snow, trees,...Read more
The Revolt 96s can handle turns without problems, but since they are heavier skis, skiers have to work harder to get them to turn. Since they feature some camber, I...Read more
Versatility
The Revolt 96 has held up well in the various terrains and conditions I skied in. Felt quite at home in the terrain park and on jumps while carving well...Read more
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Haley T.
About the ski gear
- Model: Völkl Revolt 96 Skis · 2024
Test conditions
- When I bought these: At the start of the '23-'24 season
- Where I’ve used them: The Rockies, Keystone, and Breckenridge.
- How many times I've used it: 10
Expert Reviews of the Völkl Revolt 96 Skis
Jake Renner My first impression of the Revolt 96 is this ski shreds. I have a blast on it. It has a light swingweight with a full tip and tail rocker, and a bit of camber underfoot provides pop. At the same time, a relatively firm flex rating holds my edge smooth, even at higher speeds. A little bit of movement in the nose because of the tip rocker, but it holds up stable. It's relatively firm throughout the ski and underfoot, so if someone hits bigger jumps, this ski is for them.
Carving is intuitive and easy. Its very smooth edge-to-edge transition proves surprisingly nimble, given the 96mm underfoot width. The ski also has a full tip and tail edge wrap in the nose and tail. It creates a more durable ski that won’t pop out its edges if someone hits rails and is an aggressive freestyle skier. The new improvement to the sidewall, combined with the continual edging throughout the nose and tail, provides a more durable construction than last year's model and most other twin-tipped skis.
Haley T. The Völkl Revolt 96 Skis are great and can handle anything I throw at them. A 96 waist makes it great for anyone in the Rockies or with more powder. It can handle hardpack but excels in powder. With a tip and tail rocker, skiers will float on powder.
These skis are ideal for the park and great for all tricks. The Revolt 96s are good for powder and trees. These are playful and come in a range of sizes from 157-181 cm. They are a heavier ski, though, so be aware of that. They can get chattery at high speeds as well.
Overall, the Revolt 96 is a very good and solid ski. I definitely recommend them.
Product Specs
| Age Group | Adult |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Includes bindings | No |
| Model year | 2024 |
| Ski type | All Mountain |
| Skill level | Intermediate, Advanced |
Review Ratings
Averaged between reviewers, view below how all experts voted.
Flotation
3/5
Jake Renner gave 3 of 5 stars. Unfortunately, 96mm underfoot is not enough width to keep me on top of the snow when I get into those deeper mid-winter days! It holds up well in light, fresh snow of 6" or so, but I wouldn't recommend using this ski in powder. Rather, I recommend bumping it up to the Revolt 104 or something a touch wider to help with flotation in the fresh stuff!
Haley T. gave 3 of 5 stars. The Völkl Revolt 96s provide great float for some fresh powder, but more than 8" of powder will cause the ski to struggle. Unfortunately, 96 mm underfoot isn't enough for those extreme powder days. Skiers are better off going with something at least 100mm underfoot. With that being said, they are good for East Coast skiing, where there's less powder and denser, but they may struggle with West Coast heavy powder days.
Carving
4/5
Jake Renner gave 4 of 5 stars. The Revolt 96 has a bit of camber underfoot that makes me feel stable and provides a bit of energy, propelling me from edge to edge when carving groomers. A medium-length turn radius allows me to pick and choose my turns as opposed to being forced into a tight turn radius or held from feeling quick and nimble by a longer turn radius.
Haley T. gave 3 of 5 stars. These skis have a sidecut of 126-96-119, so they have a wider tip, which is to be expected, but not a huge variation going into the waist and tail. This means that while they can carve, they won't carve as easily as the Völkl Deacon, for example. But that's fully intentional. They're different types of skis. These carve as well as others in their category.
High Speed Stability
4/5
Jake Renner gave 4 of 5 stars. I notice a little movement in this ski's nose at super high speeds, especially if I'm going fast straight with my skis flat on a bit of hardpacked snow or ice. When in a carve and transitioning from edge to edge, this ski remains damp with an authoritative edge hold.
Haley T. gave 4 of 5 stars. These skis are by no means bad at high speeds. If one likes to bomb down the mountain, they can handle it. But as skiers get to higher speeds, the skis can get chattery in the tip and tail. The tip tends to have more chatter or vibrations, which is expected. These skis still handle speeds fine, though.
Playfulness
5/5
Jake Renner gave 4 of 5 stars. The Revolt 96 provides stability at higher speeds underfoot while keeping its tips and tails relatively easy to swing around and butter on. If one preloads the nose and tail to butter, be prepared for a bit of pop and air it out. This ski offers a medium to firm flex rating that keeps it relatively damp while remaining playful.
Haley T. gave 5 of 5 stars. These skis feature tip and tail rockers and camber underfoot. That camber feels like a "pop," and I never get tired of it. These skis are great for freestyle skiing and will up one's park game. They can handle any rail and any jump that I throw at them.
Durability
4/5
Jake Renner gave 5 of 5 stars. The continual edge wrap is important for twin-tipped skis, as there is a lot of flexing. Sometimes the edge can pop out of the ski, causing it to fall apart but not with the Revolt 96! The new and improved minicap sidewall in the nose and tail prevents this ski from chipping its topsheet and helps hold its layers together with authority.
Haley T. gave 3 of 5 stars. These skis have pretty average durability. They can certainly handle what I throw at them, but rocks will cause core shots. The Revolts have PTEX bases so most ski shops can repair any damage. As expected, the topsheet can get chipped with use, so be mindful of filling those up to prevent water damage.
Turn Ease
4/5
Jake Renner gave 4 of 5 stars. The Völkl Revolt 96 is a maneuverable and nimble ski that is easy to turn and pivot on if I'm in a mogul field, with light amounts of fresh snow, trees, or hardpacked and groomed snow. I can ski switch and turn just as easily as I would ski forward, thanks to the ski's symmetrical rocker profile and shape.
Haley T. gave 4 of 5 stars. The Revolt 96s can handle turns without problems, but since they are heavier skis, skiers have to work harder to get them to turn. Since they feature some camber, I can pop back and forth between turns, which is fun. They have a good turn radius comparable to many all-mountain and freestyle skis.
Versatility
5/5
Jake Renner gave 5 of 5 stars. The Revolt 96 has held up well in the various terrains and conditions I skied in. Felt quite at home in the terrain park and on jumps while carving well on hardpacked snow and groomers. The 96mm underfoot width provides a little more float than a narrower ski without feeling too bulky to carve on.
FAQs
What was your favorite moment with this gear?
Jake Renner I had a blast in the terrain park at Woodward Copper on a slushy spring day. The jumps were firing, and I took a few laps in the park to put together my jump line. Felt really intuitive for jumping and spinning/landing switch. The Revolt 96 was supremely easy to get my spins around on. It held up stable at higher speeds and remains firm and poppy underfoot. I was stoked to have these skis stay on my feet with demo bindings and execute the aerials I aimed to land. All in all, I had a blast in the terrain park during this slushy spring day.
Haley T. My favorite moment was taking these out for the first time and seeing what they could handle. It was exciting to feel how capable these are no matter where I take them.
Why did you choose this product?
Jake Renner The Völkl Revolt 96 has continual edging that wraps around the nose and tail without separating, allowing this ski to hold up better than competitors after days of bashing it on rails. The medium to firm flex rating combined with the camber underfoot provides enough pop and stability for me to remain smooth and steady on even the biggest jump lines. I like a firm flex rating when it comes to twin tips and freestyle skis. The Revolt 96 answered all of my wants.
Haley T. I wanted a versatile ski where I wouldn't need to purchase other skis if I didn't want to. This is a great option for a one-ski quiver.
What is the value for the money versus other options?
Jake Renner The Völkl Revolt 96 is affordable for the freestyle community relative to other options. Definitely worth the money. Its solid construction allows me to believe this ski would hold up much longer and result in a more durable build than many of the twin tips on the market today. Very similar to the K2 Poachers and 4FRNT Switch but often priced at a lower level than these two options.
Haley T. These are less expensive than the Armada ARW 94s and are a bit wider underfoot. They are more affordable at approximately $449.99 versus $600+ for similar options.
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