Volkl Mantra 88 W Skis 2027 // Women's

The Kenja 88 and Secret 88 built one of the most loyal followings in women's skiing. For 2026, the name changed to Mantra 88 W, but make no mistake—this is the same ski that made those models legendary.

And honestly, the new name fits.

The Mantra 88 W shares the same DNA as the rest of the Mantra family: exceptional edge grip, outstanding stability, and a smooth, confidence-inspiring feel that encourages you to ski faster and push harder. If your idea of a great ski day involves laying trenches on groomers from first chair to last lap, this ski deserves your attention.

What separates the Mantra 88 W from many skis in this category is how composed it feels. Some skis create excitement through quickness and energy. The Mantra creates confidence through stability and precision. It's a quieter ski. A smoother ski. The harder you push it, the more comfortable it becomes.

At 88 mm underfoot, the Mantra 88 W sits in the sweet spot between frontside performance and all-mountain versatility. It absolutely prefers groomers, but it's more than capable of handling bumps, trees, chopped-up snow, and occasional off-trail adventures when conditions call for it. While there are more playful options in the category, very few deliver the same combination of grip, composure, and confidence at speed.

The ski loves to carve. Volkl's 3D Radius Sidecut allows it to feel equally comfortable making quick, short-radius turns or opening things up into larger GS arcs. Combined with the long, low rocker profile and flatter shape, the ski feels intuitive and predictable no matter how you choose to ski it.

Compared to the Mantra 84 W, the 88 W offers more stability, more suspension, and better performance when conditions become variable. Compared to the M7 W, it's more frontside-focused, quicker edge-to-edge, and easier to ski. For many skiers, the 88 W represents the sweet spot of the entire women's Mantra lineup.

Construction remains classic Volkl. A multilayer wood core combines beech and poplar to create tremendous edge hold and stability, while the Tailored Titanal Frame delivers the smooth suspension and grip that Volkl is known for. The result is a ski that feels planted and powerful without becoming overly demanding.

This isn't the easiest ski in the category, nor is it trying to be. Strong intermediates can absolutely grow into it, but advanced and expert skiers will be the ones who unlock everything the Mantra 88 W has to offer.

If you love groomers, appreciate a ski that feels calm at speed, and want something that can confidently handle whatever the mountain throws at you, the Mantra 88 W remains one of the best options in the category.