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HEAD skis - innovations with style

HEAD skis stand for modern materials, clean edge grip and stable running smoothness in any terrain. From Worldcup Rebels and Supershape to Shape, KORE, JOY and Oblivion, the brand covers piste, all-mountain, freeride and freestyle. At XSPO, we present the most important lines and technologies in a clear overview so that you can quickly find the right HEAD set-up for your style.

Korte geschiedenis van de marker

The HEAD Ski Company was founded in 1950 by aerospace engineer Howard Head in the United States. His breakthrough was the Head Standard, a composite ski with a wooden core and aluminium overlays, launched in 1950/51 and considered one of the first modern alpine skis. Today, HEAD is based in Kennelbach, Austria, and is part of an international group of companies.

Model lines, technologies and differences

Worldcup Rebels	Race Piste	Sporty drivers looking for racing DNA	EMC electronic damping, race-orientated sandwich design	maximum edge grip and stability at speed
Supershape	Performance Carving	Advanced to expert	EMC for smooth running, graphene for weight distribution	precise, true to track, easy to turn
Shape	Piste Allmountain	Intermediate and leisure skiers	Lightweight LYT construction, partly EMC	accessible, forgiving, versatile on groomed slopes
KORE	Freeride Allmountain	Off-piste, also easy tours	Mix of Graphene, Carbon, Karuba wood core, Topless Tech	very light, torsionally rigid, stable off-road
JOY (Women)	Piste until Allmountain	Riders with a focus on lightness	Women's specific geometry, LYT construction, partly EMC	Light, agile, energy-saving
Oblivion	Freestyle Park Allmountain	Park riders and playful all-mountain riders	Twin-tip, robust construction	playful, switch-suitable, parkready

The way to the right HEAD ski

Determine use: Pure piste and carving? Supershape or shape. Sporty racing performance? World Cup Rebels. Versatile to off-piste? KORE. Park and playful riding style? Oblivion. Riders with a focus on lightness? JOY.
Assess your riding ability: The higher the speed, the more torsional rigidity and damping. EMC in Rebels and Supershape provides additional stability on hard surfaces.
Choose geometry: For narrow, clean carves, rely on the piste-centred sidecuts of the Supershape or Shape models. For variable snow conditions and flotation, KORE widths and designs provide the necessary range.
Consider weight and handling: LYT and Graphene concepts bring noticeable weight savings without sacrificing control, especially on long days of skiing or when carrying.
Look and feel: If you want to combine park and all-mountain, Oblivion models give you the desired playfulness including twin tip.

To help you find what you're looking for quickly, XSPO offers a wide selection of HEAD models and a good eye for equipment details. This allows you to combine tested quality with the style that suits you.

Frequently asked questions about skis from Head

Which HEAD skis are suitable for pure carving on the piste?
For sporty carving, supershape models with EMC offer a lot of smoothness and precision. Alternatively, shape skis are an accessible option for intermediates.
What makes HEAD Worldcup Rebels skis race-ready?
The Worldcup Rebels utilise EMC and race-inspired construction for maximum stability and edge grip at speed.
What characterises HEAD KORE freeride skis?
The KORE range combines graphene, carbon and Karuba wood core with topless tech for very low weight and high torsional rigidity.
Which HEAD skis are specially developed for women?
The JOY family is aimed at female skiers and uses lightweight LYT construction and EMC in selected models.
Which HEAD skis are suitable for park and freestyle?
Oblivion models are twin tips for park and playful all-mountain skiing.
What is behind the HEAD EMC technology?
EMC is an electronic damping system that reduces vibrations while riding and increases stability.
How long has the HEAD Ski brand existed?
Howard Head founded the HEAD Ski Company in 1950.