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Beasts unburdened.
More power. Less weight. The Charger name has been a part of the Voile ski-line since 2011. The new Voile HyperCharger, however, has evolved into something quite different from what was released years ago.
This latest iteration brings significantly reduced weight when compared to the Voile SuperCharger. This is accomplished by starting at the core. We’ve switched from poplar to paulownia for the HyperCharger. The strength-to-weight ratio of paulownia is renowned, but it is a bit softer than poplar, so we’ve doubled the amount of carbon fiber in the layup to compensate for this while still maintaining the weight savings.
The HyperCharger is classed as a big-mountain ski. It’s a directional “carving” ski with an edge-to-edge feel, capable of big lines as well as daily driving. It features minimal taper and a wider hard-working tail for control in debris and harder conditions. The generous width, early-rise tip and wide shovel provide excellent float in powder. A long running length with less sidecut provides for strong edging ability when driving fast and steep.
There is a fine line between weight savings and performance. The Voile HyperCharger rides that line as nicely as it dices narrow couloirs, rips wide-open aprons and dances through powder-filled tree lines: really, really well.
Perfomance Focus:
Big Mountain + Powder
Turn Personality:
Directional / Carving
Highlights:
• Ultralight touring
• Stability at speed
Related video: What is the difference between our Hyper Series and our standard (poplar core) skis?
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SPECS
The width and radius of Voile skis differ from one length to another, so as to deliver uniform performance across the entire size range. Weights may vary slightly from one pair to another due to environmental factors, and by nature of the fact that they are made by hand.
| Length (cm) | 171 | 178 | 185 |
| Nose Width (mm) | 137 | 140 | 143 |
| Waist Width (mm) | 104 | 106 | 108 |
| Tail Width (mm) | 121 | 124 | 126 |
| Sidecut (meter) | 18.5 | 19.5 | 20 |
| Pair Weight (g) | 2590g | 2790g | 3010g |
UPC
171cm: Part No: 5205-171-2223 UPC: 759948917870
178cm: Part No: 5205-178-2223 UPC: 759948917887
185cm: Part No: 5205-185-2223 UPC: 759948917894
Early Rise Camber
A directional, hard-carving turn personality makes this ski feel very powerful. A more traditional shape, with a turn radius on the longer side. This ski is characterised as stable and assertive.
Tip: Early-rise tip and wide shovel provide excellent float in powder.
Waist: Long running length. Engineered for strong edging ability when fast and steep. Cambered underfoot for stability.
Tail: Minimal taper, with a wide and flat hard-working tail for control in debris and harder conditions.
Hyper Series
Full Cap / Paulownia / Double Carbon
Ultralight paulownia construction that shaves nearly a pound per pair for easier ascents.
Anti-Ice Topsheet
Crafted from exceptionally durable polyamide material, and designed with a unique texture that effectively reduces the accumulation of snow and ice. This innovative feature is particularly beneficial during long approaches or in freezing conditions, where snow and ice buildup would normally hinder performance.
Paulownia Wood Core
Renowned for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, this paulownia delivers a combination of durability and featherlight agility. It's the ideal foundation for constructing ultralight touring skis, making it the perfect choice for backcountry enthusiasts seeking maximum efficiency and agility on their mountain adventures.
Voile Carbon-Weave x2
Two layers of Voile Carbon-Weave combine the lightweight strength of carbon fiber with the durability of triaxial fiberglass. The strategic integration of carbon fiber into the ski's construction reduces the weight while providing the perfect blend of responsiveness, stability, and energy transfer, allowing skiers to maneuver with precision and control.
Triaxial Fiberglass
Triaxial fiberglass increases dimensional stability along three axis, providing for balanced torsional stiffness and enhancing your ability to control the ski (precise and firm edge grip). Triaxial fiberglass maintains a consistent flex pattern throughout the ski, ensuring predictable performance across different snow conditions and skiing styles.
Full-Contact Steel Edge
Steel edges provide superior grip and control on hardpacked snow and icy conditions, enhancing stability and confidence while skiing. Two lengths of hardened steel with inset teeth wrap the perimeter of this ski. Each section is painstakingly shaped by hand to ensure a precise layup.
Sintered Black Base
This ski passes on the base graphics for the sake of an ultra-high molecular density base; making for faster downhill performance and greater wear/impact resistance. And you can rest assured that your p-tex repairs will be seamless after your day spent breaking the sound barrier.
Good upgrade to Supercharger
Used these as an upgrade to my worn out Superchargers, which I've loved. I also owned the Chargers before that. What a nice way to drop weight. They ski familiar, and the light weight is easy to move around in playful terrain. Skied a couple days on them. The one downside: I got 3 spinners mounting one of the toes, which is a first in mounting ~5 skis. A shop was able to helicoil fix the toe. Be careful with the light core.
Kameron Harris
12/28/2022
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Great Ski
I used them for the first time this week. They are light and very responsive. A delight to ski in.
James Pilkington
02/06/2022
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The go to ski touring ski
This has become my go to ski touring ski for any conditions I suspect I may come across on a trip. If it's super deep I'll grab my 193 HyperV8 skis but otherwise it's a no brainer. It has the perfect dimensions I look for in a ski. As a 200 Ibs advanced skier I have always stayed far away from super light carbon fiber skis, however I am very impressed what Voile has done with their Hyper series skis. I do wish they made this and the regular SuperCharger in a 190cm for us taller folks - that would be my ultimate dream ski :)
Nick D'Alessio
11/23/2021
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Light and Stable
I have gone through multiple skis looking for a balance of light weight, uphill performance and solid down hill performance. I am 6'2", 195 lbs, like to ski aggressively and want a wider, full length ski in the backcountry. I mostly ski the eastern sierra and often encounter conditions that range from powder, hard pack/ice, corn and most recently slush. This is the one ski I have found that checks all the boxes, oh and if you find it on sale its a really good deal!
Eric K
06/11/2021
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Love this ski
I recently bought a pair of these and loved them so much I had to buy a second pair for my dad (main ski partner). They are super light and are very playful in boot top cream or deep blower powder. Hands down one of the best skis i've been on. Dad agrees!!!!
Trent Meisenheiemr
01/30/2020
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Voile HyperCharger is even better than the old Charger!
My first intro to the Voile Charger ten years ago as a Tele ski made me giggle with joy. Well, the improved HyperCharger still promotes plenty of "giggle" but it is a much better all around ski in many ways. I ski the HyperCharger as an AT ski and it is super solid and floaty in the deep powder due to ski width and early rise tip. The HyperCharger is quick and stable from turn to turn in the steep Sawtooth couloirs. I believe the real strength of the HyperCharger is their versitility in all conditions, not just powder. I am 5'9" and 160lbs, I ski 178's comfortably in wind crusted crud, hard scoured spring plaster and sweet corn. I skied the HyperCharger on a 6 day ski trip into one of the 10th Mountain Huts last spring. We experienced all types of snow conditions, from light powder to schatchy, solar refrozen pitches. With the longer running edge length, the HyperCharger holds when it needs too and floats though powder when your giggle meter is pegged!
Terry Patterson
01/18/2020
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Aptly named!
These skis are stiff enough to slash through crud and hold an edge on icy hardpack and wind crust alike but still float through pow like a god damn dream. I'm 175 lbs, 5' 9" on a good day and ski the 185's as 50/50 resort/backcountry skis with Fritsci Vipec's in Colorado. My setup comes out to about 9 lbs. They are big skis and short fast turns take effort but the edge hold and stability more than makes up for it. These will reward aggressive and precise skiers but make beginners feel a little out of control. Definitely a great "quiver of one" ski for the Rockies that will still put a grin on your face in the biggest powder dumps. Trail breaking is excellent with the wide shovel and 108mm waist. Side hilling on crust is not great because of the side cut but split boarders will still be complaining long before you.
I would not choose these if you primarily ski tight trees with thin cover *cough*newengland*cough* but would be great for those areas as a more versatile powder ski for when conditions are ripe.
Mike Henrick
01/15/2020
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Long-Distance Touring Machines
Pow Pow or Pow-Fresh: highly desirable powder—loose and fluffy.
Voile Hyperchargers: Lightweight, responsive, predictable, solid, floaty, variable snow-crushing long-distance touring skis.
After logging countless days for many years on my Voile Chargers I decided to ditch some weight but, not any performance and upgrade to the Voile Hyperchargers. Simply put, these skis are a joy to tour on. Touring in the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado, I've used these skis in all snow conditions from deep, blower powder to steep corn decents. The Hyperchargers are a versatile choice for someone looking for a powder-oriented ski that can tackle whatever the mighty Ullr may throw at you-be it a short distance from your rig, or deep in the backcountry.
Doug Goodwin
01/03/2020
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Chargers
My dad uses the Voile chargers and I am known to snag them sometimes to shred a little bit, they're great for back country powder with excellent turning, very lightweight, and a neat design.
Luke
12/30/2019
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My Favorite Ski!
These are my go to powder ski in the backcountry. They are mind boggling light for their size which I appreciate much on the up and on the down they are sooooo floaty, super playful and fun.
Ann D
10/15/2019
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Super Light and Super Fun
I like my skis on the fat side, so the 106mm underfoot suits me well in using this as an everyday ski, regardless of the conditions. I got these because I loved my SuperChargers so much, I felt that a lightweight version of that ski was something I must have. I was right! Voile really hit it out of the park with this one. I've recommended them to several friends, who took my advise and purchased them and then fell in love with them :)
John Van Hook
09/29/2019
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Fun and Predictable
I have never owned any skis with carbon fiber before and was a bit skeptical at first, but have found hyperchargers to be great all around mid winter skis in all kinds of conditions. Super predictable and so light!
Ben Zavora
09/27/2019
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