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This forgiving and energetic all-mountain ski is ideal for those looking to gain confidence off the groomed
This ski didnt steal the show again this year, but youd be hard pressed to find a better crud ski
If you gravitate towards quick and playful skis that can still hold their own when the going gets tough, check out this little number
A beer-league racing ski for those ex-racer types out there
This years Most Improved award goes to this energetic and fun ski
A wide all-mountain ski for the more playful skiers out there
If youre looking for a a no-nonsense frontside ski that excels in crud, look no further
These playful planks were designed for skiers of the mountain west
Featuring a slim waist and lightweight construction, this backcountry ski is for those who need quick sticks to tackle big, technical terrain
This years most forgiving powder ski is also a ton of fun
If youre a carver girl at heart but need something a little wider underfoot, the Ripstick 94 W is your compromise
This years best wide all-mountain ski is a tried and true performer
An easy-skiing option for all levels, especially newer or casual skiers
If you like to carve even when you have wide planks underfoot, this is your ski
This easy-going ride will follow you wherever you go, as long as its on edge
For soft snow and deep days, reach for these playful planks
We give you the most versatile and responsive wide all-mountain ride of the year
With a more moderate waist, this is the ski for East Coast pow hounds and those of us who live in reality
If you gravitate towards a damp, stiff ski for backcountry adventures, this is your stick
This powder ski for ladies is as playful as it is pretty
A beefy ski with stability and power for strong intermediates and up
This years most exciting new backcountry ski charges like a downhill ski
Introducing the top-rated womens all-mountain ski of the year
The best powder ski of the year will make an all-time day even more all-time
Its hard to find a wide all-mountain ski thats this stable at speed
A powder ski with a versatile waist width to tackle the snow you get instead of the snow you want
A quick whip for all-mountain adventures in tight terrain
If youre looking for an all-mountain ski to do it all, and do it all really well, this is your ticket to ride
A backcountry stick for those who gravitate towards directional skis
This new powder ski from Faction is for hard-chargers who dont shy away from the steep and deep
This years chart-topping wide all-mountain ski for ladies lives for soft snow and crud
The e-Titan is a groomer ski with a one-track mind: to slice and dice hardpack
This years No. 1 frontside ski has no true weakness
This years No. 2 ski is a wider waisted frontside ski that can crush groomers as well as the crud
This tough bird wont let you down when the pow turns to crud
When its soft and light in the backcountry, reach for these playful planks
These playful sticks are down to show you a good time all over the mountain
The best womens powder ski of the year is one heck of a fun ride
If youre an expert ripper looking for a ski that can keep up with you in the deep stuff, this is your ski
This perennial favorite didnt win any awards this year, but testers still love it for its backbone and dependability
This years most playful wide all-mountain ski also eats crud for breakfast
Want an all-mountain ski that can rail off-piste like it rails on groomers? Here you go.
Only advanced and expert skiers need apply to this pow ski with Titanal
If youre looking for an all-mountain ski that can also carve up a storm, look no further
Its got race heritage, but its much more accessible than youd think
A ski made for the technical backcountry lines of the Rockies
A true frontside ski made for all levels of skiers to improve their carving prowess
This accessible all-mountain tool for ladies earned high marks in versatility and quickness
The runner-up in the womens all-mountain category is a universal crowd pleaser
Its not the lightest backcountry option out there, but if youre plowing through backcountry crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
An approachable frontside ski perfect for groomer rippers who aren't afraid to play off-piste on the same ski
A no-nonsense ski for ladies who dont shy away from big mountain lines
If you like playful powder planks (who doesnt), check out this energetic ski
Its built for deep snow, but youd be surprised by its versatility
If youre looking for a confidence-inspiring teaching tool to help you level up, give this ski a try
Super-stable planks for strong skiers who know how to steer a ski
A ski that likes to stay on-piste for skiers who like to do the same
This ski offers an impressive balance between flotation and power
This new addition to the all-mountain category impressed with its balance of skills
The runner-up in the womens powder category is a force to be reckoned with
Featuring tech inserts, rubber soles, and hike-modes with plenty of range of motion, these boots make short work of long, uphill slogs
Allow us to introduce you to this scrappy brand and its supremely fun all-mountain ski
This fast and light backcountry ski doesnt skimp on downhill performance
Glen Plakes first ever signature model is a backcountry tool that skis like Glen Pake
Truly a ski for everyone, in all conditions, wherever you ski
Its not a backcountry powder plank, but it sure is quick in steep, technical terrain
This quick and reliable backcountry ski for ladies gets the job done on all but the deepest of days
When the fluff turns to crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
This years category winner makes everyone who skis it feel like a star
A lightweight free-touring ski with a moderate waist, the Escaper W 97 Nano is a versatile backcountry ski for ladies who charge no matter the conditions