As one of the friendlier performers in the Deacon series, it comes as no surprise that the Volkl Deacon 79 Skis are back by popular demand and will remain mostly unchanged for the new season. In boasting the same shape and profile as its wider counterparts, the Deacon 79 resurfaces just as impeccably agile as its siblings but lacks the power and stability of their titanal-powered constructions. Instead, the Deacon 79 enlists the expertise of glass to achieve its signature feel and blends a full glass frame with Volkl’s 3D.Ridge technology to create its own sense of stability. The resulting ride can best be described as sporty, with a dynamic feel that—when combined with a multi-radius sidecut—translates to superior athleticism on firm terrain. With a lighter wood core than its Master-labeled counterparts, the Deacon 79 is often viewed as less aggressive and thus appeals to a wider range of skiers seeking more intuitive carving performance at a less ambitious level. Thus, the Volkl Deacon 79 Skis reign true to their Deacon pedigree with a friendly yet precise approach to carving expertise.