Blaze Jr
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The Völkl Blaze Jr is a junior freeride ski with a 3D Radius Sidecut, built on a multilayer woodcore with laminated wood sidewalls, harder wood along the edges and lighter, more flexible wood in the center. It weighs 935 g per ski without a binding.
Tip and tail rocker with camber underfoot help it initiate turns with little force at moderate speeds, and a full ABS sidewall adds durability and power transmission to the edges.
The trade-off is that it is built for maneuverability and ease. Strong junior racers wanting a stiffer, more demanding ski may look elsewhere.
It suits junior skiers who want an easy-turning ski for groomers, moguls, powder and trees, and it handles occasional ski touring with a suitable touring binding and matching skins. Lengths run 118 to 158 cm.
For young adventurers exploring every corner of the mountain, the Blaze Jr is a fun, forgiving ski.
This guide is for alpine (downhill) skis. Ski length depends on your height, your ability, and how you like to ski. Use this chart as a starting point, then talk to us about the ski itself: rocker, width, and turn shape all change how long a ski feels.
Recommended Alpine Length (cm)
| Height | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" / 147 | 120–130 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 145–155 |
| 5'0" / 152 | 125–135 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 150–160 |
| 5'2" / 157 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 155–165 |
| 5'4" / 163 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 160–170 |
| 5'6" / 168 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 165–175 |
| 5'8" / 173 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 170–180 |
| 5'10" / 178 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 175–185 |
| 6'0" / 183 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 180–190 |
| 6'2" / 188 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 180–190 | 185–192 |
| 6'4" / 193 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 185–192 | 190–192 |
Quick Rule
- Beginner: ski tip around your chin. Shorter skis turn easily.
- Intermediate: tip between your nose and forehead.
- Advanced: tip around the top of your head, for stability at speed.
- Expert: about 5cm longer than advanced, for hard charging and big-mountain terrain.
Adjust For
- Go longer: heavier build, fast skiing, deep snow, lots of tip rocker.
- Go shorter: lighter build, tight trees and moguls, uphill touring.
- Telemark: if you want a ski for tele, we recommend going down about 10cm from the length you normally like.
Not sure? Call us at (802) 253-4531 or stop in. Want to try before you buy? Demo a ski and we deduct the rental from the purchase.
