Good for Frontside
Last year’s Gear of the Year award winner comes back this season with an updated look, but the same explosive turn shape and no-nonsense edge hold. Essentially a World Cup race ski—wood core and sandwich construction—with a bit more girth, the Classic 80 is still the most approachable high-end ski on the market and a great choice for anyone who wants to take his carving more seriously. “Tremendous power; endless grip; pure carve,” said one tester. “I felt comfortable jamming big edge angles at top speed on these,” said another. 124/80/112; binding included;