New Skis - Best ever!

[@RichardGeresPT]

Finally found someone who actually gives a video review while skiing. The others are just talking. Well done.

[@97linde]

Haha same. Waiting for mine, so excited

[@n-da-bunka2650]

@@97linde Got mine about 6 months ago. Skied them the first time a week ago in Snowshoe, WV. I will do a formal review when I ski them @ Jackson hole in January.

[@mstrgraff]

When he hits a rock and goes “not the new skis! Already?” I felt that in my soul

[@fagyu7502]

I got my ski 3 years ago which was a barely used ski from some rental store which rented it for a season then got rid of it for cheap, and I remember my heart rate reaching infinite every time some moron hit my tail or something at the chairlift queue

[@nordicvenator9141]

Now this is how a great ski review is done! Excellent!

[@imacyclepath440]

Sold... Call Head up. You deserve a commission. 👍🏻👌🏻❄️

[@yougotmossed3592]

Skied Kore 93’s at Vail last week. Loved them. Made skiing even more fun. Best ski I have been on for a long time.

[@PatrickClifford]

Yes! Isn’t it awesome to be surprised by new equipment and find a new level of stoke for skiing? I skied my buddy’s kaestle MX 88 last week and LOVED carving them. We haven’t had many powder days this season but they made the groomers so fun. I’ve been looking for a pair, but the Kore 93 might be what I should get. Are you buying some?

[@audas]

@@PatrickClifford I bought the Kore 99

[@fcriii]

Just bought a pair of these 105 180's. Can't wait to try. Thanks to your video, looks like I made the right choice!

[@ageofaqu]

Great video dude! Perfect angle on the skis. They seem like a charging ski that does it all. Can’t wait to jump on a pair.

[@Adam-Eaton]

Would kill for lift lines like this! Props to you for showing your crash too, most wouldn't. Great video!

[@csedan7916]

I'm sold. Thanks, I was on the fence but if I get get a good Spring deal, these are them. *EDIT: 3 weeks later, I found them at L9 for $389, just skied my first day on them today and they are GREAT.

[@PatrickClifford]

Damn good deal! Still loving them?

[@lolomgbrblmao]

Picked up a pair of kore 93s. Watching this video makes me super excited

[@alexs5394]

My local mountain, on skis that I just bought today, good taste dude, maybe i'll see you around! Love summit chair

[@frankieabdian7075]

what an awesome video man! definitely buying these now. thanks for the vid!!!

[@danmiess9392]

You are an excellent skier........and I'm getting a pair of those skis.

[@yougotmossed3592]

When I buy another pair of skis I will probably get the Head Kore 93. I really like them a lot. Not saying everyone will love them, but for front side skiing, they were fantastic for me.

[@KaloqnBankov]

This is like a dream powder day .... for us in the East :P

[@ZazaJalalishvili]

Here is my video using Head Kore 105. Descent from top of the mount Sadzele on caucasus ridge in Georgia. Here is link -->> kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5WseHuZr5mpj68

[@michaeldraper8998]

Awesome edit man! Seriously looking to upgrade to these for next year. Looking at the 99s.

[@frankieabdian7075]

did you get the 99s? if so what do you think about them, i am about tp get them and this video has me sold!!

[@thethreebros4210]

That was sick man, nice turns!

[@matthewciriello2413]

Dying to get on my kore 99s again. They’re just so much fun. Nice to see someone else enjoying them, too. Bring on the snow!

[@PatrickClifford]

I need to try out those 99’s. Pray for snow!!

[@guillaumemarchand5746]

I really hesitate between the 99 and the 105! How goes the 99 in the pow?

[@Nick-db1sn]

Ive watched this video countless times lol idk why but its so damn fun to watch. Great video man!

[@PatrickClifford]

Thank you- you’ve made my day!!

[@Nick-db1sn]

@@PatrickClifford Keep up the good work. Love your stuff

[@gullberg1000]

Really nice video!! On my new skies! 🤘

[@NicholasElodeon]

“Didn’t mean to snake you there” bro yes you did 😂

[@PatrickClifford]

Ok got me. Yes I did. People can be very slow. Can ya blame me when there was pow to be found??

[@NicholasElodeon]

@@PatrickClifford no I don’t blame you, I do the same lol

[@BKInbound]

recognized solitude immediately

[@bbhockeyski1628]

That was fun to Watch. Thank You. Nice Moves

[@powderskier5547]

Enjoyed the video, Im currently trying to decide on all mountain skis or powder skis

[@Kostas283]

i really enjoy watching you ski,because it reminds me of myself.Not a skiing god,but you like to have fun :D

[@PatrickClifford]

Wilder Gurkensammler17 thank you! Definitely not a ski god here but on most days I’d say I have the most fun and that’s really what it’s all about. Have fun and post a video of it!

[@vonzipper24]

How about the mount point? did you go recommended or +1-2 or -1-2??

[@darinsmith2458]

I bought a demo pair of 2016 Stockli Stormrider 88 177. They are amazing on hard pack but suck in the soft stuff and crud. I stopped at a local ski shop on my way back from the mountain and they gave me a pair of Head KORE 99 180. I am not sure what year they are but I am hoping that they go through crud and slush and powder really good. The days that it is hard packed I can use my Stormriders. Spring skiing in Colorado is mostly about powder, crud, and slush. Do you think this is the right ski or should I even go wider under the foot with the 105? The other thing I heard and that I just read you say was that the tails of the skis aren't very forgiving or you could say playful. It sounds like they are more playful on the newer models. What are your thoughts on that?

[@georgeiftime6615]

Nice skiing 💪💪

[@bhamm96]

Just got the same setup!! Unreal.

[@user-hr4fb9zo5g]

For me this video started at 2:20 😂❄️❄️❄️great!

[@keith2076]

So after a few years….what are your thoughts? I’m on my third season with the 105s and love ‘em.

[@wewrsfa7423]

Hey, you helped me with decision and I wanna buy head kore 99. I Have one question about size im 178cm 69kg And i dont know if 177 or 184, mostly ski in alps

[@airbag294]

How did these do long term ?

[@paulcunningham5327]

Looks like you push your left turns, rights are strong, shadows show good seperation but your shoulders seem to follow your hips a bit more on left turns..... And in the pow, stay forward, your tips will keep you on top..... Especially on the mid vid fall, you were in the backseat. If you care, should make your days and your new ski experience more fun!!

[@brunodelcol]

Nice ride bro

[@alexanderjanosko326]

Hi, just found this video and i wanted to ask. Im very very tempted to buy the kore 93 and i could get a sweet deal on them. The only thing putting me off is that theyre 189cm only. Im 6'2 (around 185cm), i'm a bit more heavy than most guys in my height range and i'm usually skiing fast turns, but i like some playfulness as well. I'd like to use them for all mountain, pretty much 50/50 pow/piste. Basically i'm trying to ask how tall are u and if you think that they'd be too long for me? Thanks in advance :)

[@PatrickClifford]

Hi thanks for watching! Thats for sure the size for you. Im on the 189 and I’m 5’11, 175. I haven’t skied them in the 93 waist, but I’d think since you’re bigger and the waist is smaller you’d definitely not be going too big. It’s the right size for me in the 189. Hopping for a big winter here!!

[@alexanderjanosko326]

@@PatrickClifford Thank you very much, i can't wait for the winter as well!

[@fernandb.6162]

@@alexanderjanosko326 So did you buy them ? I wanted to buy them too, but I'll wait for next year. If you could give me your opinion it would be great :)

[@alexanderjanosko326]

@@fernandb.6162 Hi bro, i got an even sweeter deal on Salomon QST 99 so got them instead. Lovely ski. From what i heard the kores should be better on piste and have little less float. The only downside to my QSTs is that they dont charge through crud with much stability but otherwise i cant reccomend enough. I'd love to have the kores as well though. Either the 105 or even better the 117. Cant afford it rn though :D

[@fernandb.6162]

@@alexanderjanosko326 Oh, interesting ! I'll take a look at those Salomon's. Yeah, the Kore's are said to be amazing. I may be going to a shop where you can test skis, and I'll see it the Kore's are really the skis I'm looking for. Anyway, enjoy your Salmon QST 99, and enjoy this winter :)

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

I demoed these skies and felt kind to stiff, 105 x 180 cm...I do have the Kore 93 and are great!

[@PatrickClifford]

After a few seasons on them now, I have to agree. My ideal ski is a little more forgiving! I guess this makes my title of the video somewhat misleading

[@bbhockeyski1628]

Head Owes you. Just bought 2 sets. One for me and one for my Business Partner :) 117 Though

[@PatrickClifford]

I had a day on the 117 last season, I liked them. What are your thoughts after you’ve had some days on them? For me, on a powder ski I like a little more flex in the tail for a playful easy turn release 🤙

[@snoman71]

Head really does owe him, I ended up purchasing after watching this video several times. (and more than a handful of others, but mostly, this one.)

[@jackyong815]

Love it! ❤️⁠ ⁠ In this year the 100th anniversary of Chinese Communist Party #CCP, thrilled to know Atomic is owned by Anta of China #MadeInChina2025 #BeltAndRoad #BeijingOlympics2022 #OccupyMars2024 🇨🇳⁠🇨🇳⁠🇨🇳

[@wesley_poe69420]

Got the 93s right now and love them here in the East. Looking to move out West soon and was thinking the 105s for daily drivers. Looks like they do well in crud, groomers, and pretty much everything but how would you say they do in up to like 10 inches of pow?

[@PatrickClifford]

Wesley Poe Wesley Poe if that 10” is perfect snow (which can be rare) these in the 105’s are so fun. If it’s anything deeper or variable conditions I grab some fatty’s, usually my Surface Daily’s that are 119 waist. My new all around favorites (largely bc I’m hiking a lot more) are the Black Diamond Helio 116’s. I just posted this after a week in Japan on them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYqsf2OhfZx9oZY

[@wesley_poe69420]

Patrick Clifford how would you say they are in variable chopped up conditions on and off piste? Pretty stable and damp? Do they get thrown around easily because of the light weight? Thanks

[@bryanharrison7847]

Cool video but a bit scary, seems like he's doing 60mph

[@choski76]

Good skiing! Where was that? Alta?

[@PatrickClifford]

Thanks so much! @ Solitude 👍

[@jahforce7]

The local rep for Head recommended these sis over the Supershape Rally , V6 and V8. How do you like them? I wish I can demo them before I buy them. I still ski the Head Superlights and they rip.

[@PatrickClifford]

jahforce7 hi! I haven’t skied any of those but I stand by the Head Kore being the bomb!! It looks like the skis you mentioned and have been on are carving / racing speed machines. I’m coming from a world of big powder skis for a number of years and downsizing the waist with the Kore 105. For me, it’s a ski that has made groomers a blast again while being Great fun in powder though there are some days I grab a fatty still. For you, I would just hope they would fulfill the racing carving feel of what you’re used to but they will surely add to the fun on deeper snow days! ❄️

[@ZazaJalalishvili]

Here is my video using Head Kore 105. Descent from top of the mount Sadzele on caucasus ridge in Georgia. Here is link -->> kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5WseHuZr5mpj68

[@markjwil]

Skiing at Solitude, Utah. Right in my backyard!

[@jonathanmitchell6720]

I’m shopping right now and am between these Head 105 and K2 Mindbender 108. I’m also 6 foot but closer to 200 lbs. How did you find the 189 length in the trees?

[@PatrickClifford]

I like the length- that mind bender 108 looks sick- I haven’t had the pleasure of trying them. I think the biggest difference will be in stiffness. I’ve only flexed the K2 by hand and the tail seems more forgiving. The Kore, I’d say seems more aggressive- they will occasionally get ahead of me. Hope that helps and let me know which you end up w and how u like it 🤘

[@parley.angelabaldwin6931]

Great clip. you ski hard and fast. What is your height and weight? wondering b/c you got the 189 length right? what about 5'9" 185 lbs? trying to decide length and make sure it wasn't too soft for you?

[@PatrickClifford]

Hey there! Somehow I missed this comment a couple of months ago. Did you get some of these yet? I'm just barely under 6' and weigh about 180. I like the 189 length for this ski and I've never felt that I want the next size down. Hope this helps

[@howterson]

That looks like Solitude

[@viraajgupta6047]

how were there like NO wind noises wtf

[@usaexplore410]

Im thinking of getting these instead of my Head islr that are 66 under foot. Do you think its a big jump from 66 to 105?

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

off course!

[@qftmaster]

Bravo.Awesome video!

[@bugdok]

How are they in the bumps? (By the way, this is how ALL ski reviews should be done!)

[@PatrickClifford]

Serious thanks! I actually was just skiing that day thinking about telling my brothers about my new skis and kind of randomly posted it on KZbin. I make tons of ski videos but this one for some reason has kind of taken off (at least for my video watch’s) it’s been fun to chat with stoked skiers all over because of it. Oh, I’d say not wonderful in the bumps, but OK. I’m not skiing moguls very often though and probably not the best at judging what ski is best there. It seems like it’s wider, longer, and more rocker than an ideal bump ski would be. Again though- I’m far from a bump expert.

[@moonshine9039]

What mountain is this?

[@edwardhicks630]

Hey man, nice vid! Just wondering what height you are and what size the Head Kores you were riding were? Would you recommend a size up/down with these lightweight skis?

[@PatrickClifford]

Thanks! I’m 6’ , 180lbs. These are the 189’s. I like the length, wouldn’t change a thing either longer or shorter for me. Good luck 👍

[@svobodasimon1185]

where were u here looks great

[@PatrickClifford]

Solitude mountain resort in Salt Lake City Utah

[@tristanhanson1865]

Great video keep making more !

[@oskarniessen7493]

Tempted to get some of these....superb looking skiing and so quiet! Where is this?

[@PatrickClifford]

Oskar Niessen @ Solitude ski resort in Utah. This was mid week but it’s often this mellow even on weekends. After lots of days last season on the Head Core 105’s they became my favorite groomer day skis that also charge through chop and crud but on the deeper fluffier days I’d go to my wider, less camber more rocket powder skis.

[@lzgbonesy4090]

What mountain is that, that looks so cool

[@PatrickClifford]

Before the ikon happened it was money… it’s pretty crowded these days. I’m hoping after Covid chills we have a glimpse of what it used to be

[@PatrickClifford]

It’s Solitude, UT

[@lzgbonesy4090]

@@PatrickClifford thanks

[@NickTheKid266]

How do they perform on corduroy?

[@PatrickClifford]

Yes! They’ve evolved as the ski I take out any day that I’m focused on groomers. I’m a powder junkie and they manage soft snow well so if I find some soft they work. If I skied more groomers I’d probably buy a solid carver with a narrower waist in the 85-90 range.

[@danielfrenette8721]

So do you still love those skis? Would you recommend them? You went wit the 188: how tall are you? Love the video. It could be the only push I needed!!!!

[@PatrickClifford]

Hey Dan, I do still love them - with a side note. I always have them with me when I head up to ski but I have to admit I’m riding them only about 1 in 5 days. If I’m skiing off piste and looking for airs I actually have been grabbing either my Icelandic Nomad 115 or some Surface Daily’s. The heads handle pow very well when the snow is excellent. When it’s grabby or manky (set up or heavy) I seem to get thrown around on the heads more. I also get shin bang on the Kores when I’m hitting airs. I attribute this to the very stiff tail. I love them on groomers and perfect ego powder, but right now my best ever I guess are my Nomads. I live in a place that gets good snow often (today was epic) and I focus on finding untouched powder 99% of my time. I guess I’m a sucker for fattys. I weigh 180 and am 6’.

[@AsherCB350]

4:07 this is what I can’t stand. People at the top of it even sometimes under perfect jumps 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@eagle21y]

that was fun to watch

[@jasonkoval1502]

is the camera on a helmet mount or a chest mount?

[@PatrickClifford]

Chest on that day!

[@thisoledad1946]

Is that a chest mount? Or lower stomach

[@PatrickClifford]

Chesty!

[@knightley5896]

Where is this?

[@PatrickClifford]

Solitude, UT. Beyond that you’ll have to ski with me to know how to get to these spots. 😜

[@Fonz69]

How tall are you? Just wondering since your on the 189's and I'm thinking of picking some up

[@PatrickClifford]

6’ 180lbs 👍

[@febinmixer]

What ski resort is this?

[@PatrickClifford]

Solitude mountain resort in Utah

[@febinmixer]

@@PatrickClifford Thanks!

[@radvcu]

Dope place, where is that?

[@PatrickClifford]

Solitude in utah

[@SuperPack21]

Wow, nice video. I was almost convinced to buy the Enforcer 100, but i'm in doubt with the Kore 99. Have you skied the Enforcer, to give me some tips VS the kores. Thanks.

[@PatrickClifford]

Pack21 thanks for checking out the video! I haven’t had a chance to ski the Enforcer but I hear good things about them. I have now had more time on my kore 105 skis and I have found that for me they make groomers so fun and when I get great quality powder they are a blast. When it’s a little heavy or set up off piste I’ve found that I prefer to go with fatter boards (right now I have the Scott Scrapper 117). They turn grabby tough snow conditions into easy fun skiing, while my Kore 105’s only want to lock in and end up throwing me around a bit. As for the difference in the kore 99 and enforcer, unless you live and ski somewhere w excellent quality pow all the time, I don’t think you can go wrong w either. I like the lightness of the Kore a lot and they are stiff enough to charge high speed on groomers and blast through chop. Good luck, sorry I’m not more specific on which will work best but hopefully you can find a good deal on one of them and that can help make your decision.

[@ageofaqu]

Pack21 I was also looking for the same comparison. I own the 93 and 100 enforcer and love them. I’ve skied the 93 mostly due to Aussie skiing conditions. They do struggle a tad in anything over 25cm of fresh snow. My wild guess the kore would float better in pow and the enforcer would have a slight edge on the kore in stability and dampness. Would love to also compare the kore 105 to the QST 106. I own the QST which floats like a dream, but would do with some better firm snow performance. Which Im having a wild guess again that the kore would be perfect in between.

[@mikeama82]

That was cool

[@williamholmberg6692]

Shame to someone falling victim to the head kore. Sister got a pair and after 1 season there was a crack running down the middle of the ski (no holes in the base)

[@btcbb1]

I am the 700th Like :D

[@choski76]

where you at?

[@PatrickClifford]

@solitude

[@Tautulis7]

Amazing

[@snigelgibb3180]

Can you do a cork 7 with those

[@PatrickClifford]

I’m gonna go with - yes, I’ve just not chosen to throw one yet. 😉

[@TopSecretVid]

What mountain?

[@BKInbound]

Solitude SLC

[@owlon225]

Never put your Hands into the loops! If your ski stick gets stuck in a tree or so, your arm will be ripped apart.

[@PatrickClifford]

FireOwlPlays you’re so right! I’ve been taken down hard getting my pole basket wedged in a branch. My last poles had a quick release strap and I’m looking for another pair now. I drop my poles all time when not strapped. Lazy

[@ZazaJalalishvili]

I nearly ripped my thumb off. small branch caught it and i fell down like in Tom and jerry movie

[@nolanoshiro2083]

didn't mean to snake you (get outta my way) sorry guys (your blocking the trail) NICE lines

[@cablenorth3297]

Where did you mount the bindings?

[@cablenorth3297]

As in recommended or centimeters back or forward?

[@PatrickClifford]

Recommended. Feels right

[@ocsteved]

When you learn to carve instead of pivoting, once you reach hardpack or sketchy ice, it'll be even smoother...LOL

[@PatrickClifford]

ocsteved Totally! Maybe that’s why I avoid sketchy ice and hardpack when possible. I like the pow pivot most😉👍

[@andrewh3177]

You act like ice cares whether you’re carving or not

[@frostbite4826]

you are so nice xD

[@amblerstephenson4559]

99s?

[@PatrickClifford]

Ambler Stephenson 105’s!

[@zeromoldchicago2221]

Patrick Clifford how tall are you and what size are they? 180 or 189?? Sick video

[@PatrickClifford]

Hey guys, I have the 189 length and 105 waist. I’m 6’ and 175 lbs

[@maoanz]

Will be it too large for on piste and carving?

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

105, the Kore 99 is the stiffest of the Kore's line up. The 105 is very playful and can do corduroy .

[@benmarinic]

Nice video, dude. Looks like you had a great day. Where is this?

[@PatrickClifford]

benmarinic thanks! Solitude, Ut

[@HouseofJello]

Solitude??

[@HouseofJello]

Solitude.

[@PatrickClifford]

Yep!

[@jeanw4306]

It's safer and more elegant to slow down while gradually approaching other people. You're not alone on the slopes! If you miscalculate you may hit someone.

[@meltedgrenade749]

Jean W stfu

[@meltedgrenade749]

Theres no one even there

[@LukeLaczynski]

What mountain is this at?

[@PatrickClifford]

Solitude, Utah.

[@LukeLaczynski]

@@PatrickClifford oh nice im actually in deer valley rn and its awesome. heard solitude is great as well