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Looking for the best men’s alpine ski boots? You’ll find those here. 

How We Test

Our test starts in the back of the boot room, where we strip and examine each boot and assess the features and biomechanics of the shell and liner. Then we determine which tester would best fit each boot out of the box and send it to them to ski. We ski each boot for a minimum of three full days with our own custom footbeds and then make any necessary adjustments and ski it for a final day.

Meet Our Boot Pro

Jake Stern is a freelance writer and professional bootfitter based in Mammoth Lakes, California. , the shop where he fits, has been a leader in custom boot fitting for four decades. Working with flipper-footed Angelenos who haven’t worn a closed-toed shoe in their lives, he understands comfort as well as performance. Stern has been testing skis and boots professionally for four years.

The Reviews: The Best Women’s Alpine Ski Boots of 2024

Flex: 115
Last (mm): 100
Volume: Medium
ISO: 23223 (GripWalk)
Size range: 22.5-27.5

Pros:

• New MV last makes this high-performance boot accessible to skiers with wider feet
• Highly customizable

Cons:

• Heel pocket is a tad generous

It’s almost a shame that Tecnica removed the Mach1 Pro moniker from its product line, because the all-new Mach1 MV 115 W feels so damn professional. The boot is a new product from the brand’s W2W (women-to-women) department, which employs a women-only development team to build product for female skiers. This boot is a benchmark medium volume, and our tester was impressed by the ankle wrap that still allowed her calf muscles unrestricted flexion. The carbon T-Drive that bolts the scaffo and upper cuff together delivers a poppy and consistent flex that is remarkably temperature stable—a huge factor in spring conditions that we greatly appreciated. The Mach1 MV 115 W is a boot for women who like to ski fast and take chances, knowing they have a stable platform under them that won’t over-flex or collapse when the going gets rough. If you want a highly customizable, rock-solid alpine boot and have a moderate to wide foot shape, Tecnica has crafted you a phenomenal option.

Flex: 115
Last (mm): 97 to 104
Volume: Low-Medium (K2 MultiFit)
ISO: 23223 (GripWalk)
Size range: 22.5-27.5

Pros:

• Great out-of-the-box fit
• Exceptionally progressive flex offers precision and suspension

Cons:

• BOA dial requires quite a bit of cinching to get a locked-in fit
• MultiFit Last is meant to accommodate a wider range of feet, but it may be too generous for skiers looking for a performance-fit

K2 is betting big on BOA for 2023-24, building all-new molds for boots that are pretty new to its lineup, and we think the brand nailed it with the Anthem 115 BOA. As an early collaborator with BOA, K2 was eager to sign on to the innovative H+i1 alpine ski boot system. The Anthem 115 BOA is K2’s flagship women’s alpine boot, and it comes packed to the gills with features. The BOA is the loudest—and it does a nice job wrapping the forefoot without pressing down on the cuneiform bones and the top of the instep. On snow, the boot punched well above its weight class. The TPU cuff and scaffo (lower shell) and the TPU spine that fuses them together provided not only a lot of power, but also an extremely progressive flex. The all-new Anthem 115 BOA skis better and fits more closely than any K2 boot we’ve skied in years. In short? The gamble paid off.

Flex: 105
Last (mm): 100 to 106
Volume: Medium
ISO: 23223 (GripWalk)
Size range: 22.0-27.5

Pros:

• Great option for skiers with a wider forefoot
• Highly customizable

Cons:

• Comfort comes at the cost of precision

Another BOA contender has entered the arena. Salomon’s new S/Pro Supra BOA 105 W boot is an energetic model that will work well for medium to wide feet. It’s an extraordinarily comfortable and lightweight boot that will please a lot of advanced skiers. We were able to test the S/Pro Supra BOA 105 W on firm winter bumps, smooth spring groomers, and overcooked mashed potatoes. This boot proved to be quick and reliable for skiers with a wider forefoot. With its solid flex and vast array of customizable features, the S/Pro Supra BOA 105 W is a worthy addition to Salomon’s fleet of fit-focused boots—by which we mean it prioritizes bootfitter-friendly adjustability over heavy, damp plastics and total precision.The spirit of customization runs deep through the S/Pro Supra BOA 105 W, and Salomon’s attention to detail here is keen. It was one of the more comfortable boots we tested in the category. The BOA allows skiers to choose the exact snugness of their forefoot. Just click in, spin, and you’re off.

How to Buy Ski Boots

Here we list the most exciting new alpine ski boots to hit the market in 2024. The boots on this list were tested by women and vetted by a professional bootfitter who considered the technology, performance, fit, and customization characteristics of each boot. While we consider the boots on this list to be the cream of the crop, they may not be the right fit or choice for you. Unless you’re an experienced skier and know your boot size, volume, flex and last, visit a professional bootfitter to figure out what boot is best for your physique and skiing style. If you determine a Low Volume boot or 130 flex isn’t right for you, consider other models of the boot families we list—more often than not, these boot lines offer a variety of volume and flex options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best alpine ski boots for women?

What’s the difference between alpine ski boots and all-mountain/hybrid ski boots?

Traditional alpine boots are designed to enhance performance for the type of skiing you’re likely to do at the resort: making turns at faster speeds, on firm and chopped up snow, and using more edging skills. Alpine boots (also known as downhill boots) are made with heavier, stiffer plastics that encourage better energy transfer when you’re doing this kind of skiing at the resort. While alpine boots may include some features you’ll see on all-mountain or hybrid boots these days, like GripWalk soles and walk/hike modes, they differ from hybrid boots in that they’re heavier and designed to be compatible with traditional alpine bindings—they do not feature the metal tech inserts in the toe that you see on hybrid or alpine touring boots designed to work with alpine touring or hybrid backcountry bindings.

How do I know my ski boot size?

Ski boots use mondopoint sizing, typically ranging from 22/22.5 to 29/29.5 for adults. Your appropriate mondopoint indicates the shell size you should be in, but there are other measurements that also factor into finding the right ski boot size for your foot. You need to know your foot sole length, the width of your foot, and your instep height, among other things. To determine your ski boot size and get the best ski boot fit, go see a bootfitter. A professional will be able to take all kinds of foot measurements to find the right ski boot size for your foot and your style of skiing. .

What is ski boot flex?

• Ski boots come in a variety of flex points, from 60-130
• Ski boot flex ratings vary across ski boot brands
• The higher the flex rating, the stiffer the boot; the lower the flex rating, the softer the boot

Flex refers to how easily you can distort the ski boot—how much force it takes to drive your shin forward. That’s based on what type of skier you are (beginner, intermediate, or expert) as well as your physical stature. Ski boots come in a variety of flex points, generally along a spectrum of 60 to 130, where 60 is considered soft and 130 considered very stiff.

What is ski boot volume?

Volume refers to how much space there is between the floor and ceiling in the instep of the boot, as well as how much space there is in the toe box. Most brands now make boots that come in three volume options: low volume (LV), ranging between a 97-99mm last; mid-volume (MV), between 99-101mm; and high volume (HV), between 100-104mm. .

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These women’s-specific backcountry skis run the gamut, from narrow-waisted featherweights designed primarily for fast and light cardio missions to all-mountain skis that have undergone a little nip-tuck to make them light enough to get you far beyond the resort ropes. Can’t decide what’s most important to you—weight savings (narrower waist, lightweight construction) or performance (fatter waist, beefier materials)? Make like Goldilocks and choose something in the middle.

Looking for the best unisex backcountry skis of the year? You’ll find those here. 

How We Test

Number of skis tested: 11
Number of testers: 12
Testing locations: Grand Teton National Park, Wyo., Teton Pass, Wyo., Hatcher Pass, Alaska, Snow King Mountain, Wyo., Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah
Testing conditions: Deep powder, chalky windbuff, breakable crust, firm resort groomers, spring corn
Average age of tester: 29
Average height of tester: 5’9”
Average weight of tester: 155 lbs

We lucked out big time testing backcountry skis in the Tetons this winter, with record breaking snowfall that had us reaching for powder sticks more often than not. Our testers hit the skintrack for pre-work dawn patrols on Teton Pass and long alpine missions in Grand Teton National Park. Many were lucky enough to catch bottomless pow days, while others tested this year’s crop of backcountry skis in variable conditions between storms.

Our test crew included a mix of nine-to-fivers, weekend warriors, and self-proclaimed ski bums who cranked out laps in search of lightweight skis that held their own in soft snow and variable conditions alike. The goal: To find the backcountry skis that demonstrated the best balance of uphill and downhill performance. Bonus testing days chasing storms in the Wasatch and a ski mountaineering trip to Hatcher Pass, Alaska rounded out a solid mix of playful pow skiing, steep couloirs, mellow meadow skipping, slarvy spring corn, and sidecountry laps.

Meet the Testers

Age: 27 | Height: 5â€Č8″ | Weight: 120 lbs

Krass is a freelance ski journalist based in Jackson, Wyoming with work featured in SKI, Powder Magazine, Freeskier, Teton Gravity Research, and Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal. She spends winters backcountry skiing in Grand Teton National Park and riding lifts at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, with the occasional trip to the Alps (for the food, obviously).

Molly Belk

Age: 29 | Height: 5’4” | Weight: 120 lbs

Molly is a skier, yoga instructor, and Spanish teacher who splits time between Jackson, Wyoming and Charlottesville, Virginia. She’s an endurance machine (all smiles on hour 10 of a big mission), and has an uncanny gift for making variable snow look like hero pow.

Michelle Nicholson

Age: 38 | Height: 5â€Č4″ | Weight: 145 lbs

Nicholson hails from Driggs, Idaho and is on the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort race/events team. When she’s not working events for JHMR, you’ll find her tearing up the bumps and extremes of Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. She’s a veteran gear tester who has tested skis for Powder and SKI.

The Reviews: Best Women’s Backcountry Skis of 2024

Lengths (cm): 155, 163, 171
Dimensions (mm): 127-96-117
Radius (m): 15 (163)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,330 (163)
Pros: Versatility, Forgiveness
Cons: Stability at Speed, Flotation

Faction’s Agent 2X proved to be one of the most well-rounded women’s-specific skis in our test, one that built our confidence on the skintrack as well as in any terrain we pointed it back down. “This ski is nimble and lightweight, yet can carve and hold up on firm snow,” commented Jackson, Wyoming-based tester Molly Belk after skiing a mix of firm and chalky conditions in the Tetons. Testers found Versatility/Balance of Skills and Forgiveness to be two of the Agent 2X’s many strong suits, walking the line of trustworthy yet still fun and playful while navigating a range of steep, technical skiing and meandering low-angle glades. If you’re trying to charge, it could feel a little twitchy at mach speeds, which caused the ski to rank slightly lower in Stability at Speed. It wasn’t anyone’s top choice for deep-powder touring, although the wide shovel did allow it to float through soft snow better than some others we tested in the same size range. That being said, most testers agreed it was well worth the trade-off for a ski so agile and maneuverable in tight and more complex terrain.

Lengths (cm): 157, 164, 171, 178, 183, 188
Dimensions (mm): 134-95-113 (171)
Radius (m): 17 (171)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,425 (171)
Pros: Quickness, Responsiveness
Cons: Stability at Speed, Flotation

With its impressive size run ranging from 157 to 188 centimeters, the unisex Camox Freebird let more female testers get into the mix this year. At 95 millimeters underfoot, it’s a bonafide steep ski, a balanced tool that seems to see no limits to what kind of terrain you can put it through. It’s got a ton of spring and energy thanks to its poplar-and-paulownia core, something that testers were surprised to rank high in Playfulness. A short 17-meter turn radius and fair amount of taper allowed the Camox Freebird to feel very nimble and responsive, an intuitive ride that had our backs no matter what. “This is a really solid and reliable narrow touring ski, capable of smoothing out bumps and variable snow and inspiring confidence and grip in steep terrain,” reported 5-foot-8 tester Lily Krass, who calls Wyoming’s Tetons home.

Lengths (cm): 156, 163, 170, 177
Dimensions (mm): 138-96-119
Radius (m): 16 (170)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,122 (156)
Pros: Responsiveness, Quickness
Cons: Crud Performance, Stability at Speed

Zippy and ready to take down big-vert days, Völkl’s Rise Beyond 96 W is a balanced touring ski with a lightweight construction that takes the edge off long climbs. The medium-width 96-millimeter ski excels on spring corn missions and in areas that see a lot of low tide during the winter, but the 138-millimeter shovel surprised testers with its ability to surf through soft snow without too much effort. Völkl’s multilayer wood core places harder beech in areas that need more power, like underfoot and near the sidewalls, and lighter and softer poplar throughout the rest of the ski. The result is a light set of planks with a poppy feel that has enough strength behind it to hold up to variable conditions. The Rise Beyond 96 W ranked high in Responsiveness and Quickness/Maneuverability, capable of transitioning through both tight trees and wide-open bowls. “This ski feels really easy and approachable—a breeze to make quick, energetic turns within confined terrain,” said Krass.

Lengths (cm): 156, 163, 170, 177
Dimensions (mm): 131-97-118
Radius (m): 15.3 (170)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,640 (170)
Pros: Crud Performance, Versatility
Cons: Flotation, Stability at Speed

Head updated its tried-and-true Kore lineup this season, lightening everything up and tailoring the construction to be more precise for each size ski. We found the Kore 97 W to be a solid everyday pick for areas that don’t see quite as much snow, and a killer spring ski for places like the Tetons, where we tested it this season. For 2023-24, Head threw in an extra carbon layer to the caruba-and-poplar core to slim the whole thing down, and added a progressive chamfer (don’t worry—that was a new word for us, too), a sloping top edge that cuts chatter, allows for a more playful feel, and improves durability. Michelle Nicholson, who skis at Wyoming’s Grand Targhee Resort, noted that the Kore 97 W “held an edge well and stayed predictable and consistent in both fresh powder and firm conditions.” “It’s ideal for someone who prefers a more traditional alpine ski and wants something that will really hold an edge and plow through crud,” Krass agreed.

Lengths (cm): 151, 158, 165, 172
Dimensions (mm): 126-98-114
Radius (m): 18.3 (165)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,260 (165)
Pros: Quickness/Maneuverability, Responsiveness
Cons: Stability at Speed, Playfulness

The all-new Wayback 98 W is quick and responsive, a lightweight and trustworthy tool to access terrain deep in the backcountry. Alongside the lively paulownia core and unidirectional carbon-fiber layup, K2’s Ti Spyne technology utilizes a touring-specific Titanal laminate at the center of the ski to increase predictability and damping, which testers appreciated while skiing variable spring snow. “This ski does really well in tight terrain, weaves well through trees, and holds up well on firm snow,” said Krass. “I’d definitely trust it in a tight chute where I need to have confidence in my edge grip, and the low swing weight also makes it easy to initiate a turn.” It may not be a quiver killer—newer skiers might be turned off by the stiffness—but the Wayback 98 W is certainly a top contender for a lightweight spring-specific ski.

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Looking for the best unisex powder skis of the year? You’ll find those here. 

How We Test

Number of powder skis tested: 11
Number of testers: 11
Testing date: March 1, 2023
Testing location: Sun Valley, Idaho
Testing conditions: 14” of fresh powder
Average age of tester: 38
Average weight of tester: 137 lbs
Average height of tester: 5’6”

We invited a crew of seasoned industry professionals—ski instructors, ski shop employees, coaches, and former World Cup racers—to join us for a week-long gear test in , a resort known for its steep and manicured groomers, legendary bumps, perfectly gladed tree runs, and of course, “the Burn,” sidecountry terrain that powder dreams are made of.

Sun Valley can sometimes get skunked when big storms dump on surrounding mountain ranges, so when it comes to testing powder skis at our annual gear test at the end of February, we always just hold our breath and hope for the best. This year, our prayers to Ullr were answered. One morning during the test week we woke up to more than 14 inches of fresh blanketing the base of the resort; in some of the bowls on the backside of the mountain, testers swore they were surfing through 20-plus inches thanks to wind effect.

Suffice it to say, we had ideal powder ski testing conditions. Our group of 11 female testers didn’t need much motivation to jump on the 11 planks entered into the women’s powder category and let ‘em rip. At the end of each lap (or four), testers filled out digital scorecards with comments and impressions of how each pair of planks performed across various skill categories—from flotation and crud performance to stability at speed and responsiveness.

We asked them to identify each ski’s primary strengths, its weaknesses, who it’s designed for, and in what terrain and snow conditions it excelled most. By the end of one epic day, we had enough hard data on the 11 pairs of skis tested to make your head spin, and we used it all to bring you these reviews of the eight best women’s powder skis of the year.

Women’s Skis vs. Unisex Skis

The idea of women’s-specific skis is still a contentious one today. Some brands don’t make anything but unisex skis because they argue that gender doesn’t factor into how a ski performs—only weight, height, strength, and skier ability counts. They therefore only produce unisex skis, but make them in shorter lengths (sometimes down to 162 centimeters or even 158 centimeters) to be more inclusive towards women.

Other brands have invested a lot of time and money into developing truly women’s-specific skis—skis that feature construction modifications from their unisex counterparts to account for a woman’s physique and body mechanics. Finally, some brands appear to offer women’s-specific skis, though often those skis are exactly the same as their unisex counterparts and just feature a different top sheet and model name.

This makes the whole idea of testing “women’s” skis a little complicated. Because many of the skis we’ve covered on our “best women’s skis of the year” lists in the past are, in fact, unisex skis that female testers loved, we decided to change things up this year. This season, we allowed brands to enter their unisex skis into our women’s category provided the ski comes in an approachable length for women (in the 170-centimeter range or below), and the brand doesn’t offer a women’s-specific alternative.

So some of the skis on this list (including the two top performers) are unisex skis that our lady testers concluded were the cream of the crop and would not hesitate to recommend to other ladies. If you, like many of our female testers, prefer a longer ski that has some heft to it, don’t be scared off by the “unisex” designation. Rest assured that all the skis on this year’s list (whether unisex or women’s-specific) are tested by women and recommended for women.

Meet the Testers

Age: 27 | Height: 5â€Č8″ | Weight: 120 lbs

Krass is a freelance ski journalist based in Jackson, Wyoming with work featured in SKI, Powder Magazine, Freeskier, Teton Gravity Research, and Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal. She spends winters backcountry skiing in Grand Teton National Park and riding lifts at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, with the occasional trip to the Alps (for the food, obviously).

Age: 47 | Height: 5â€Č4″ | Weight: 112 lbs

Beekman has been testing skis and writing gear reviews for longer than she’d like to admit. She’s a former editor of SKI and freelance contributor to both SKI and șÚÁÏłÔčÏÍű. She lives in Steamboat Springs with her wonderful daughter and terrible cat.

Avery Pesce

Age: 40 | Height: 5â€Č6″ | Weight: 138 lbs

Pesce lives in Whitman, Massachusetts, and calls the ski areas of Vermont and New Hampshire home. She’s an expert skier with an aggressive style that she applies to any and all types of terrain and snow conditions. Safe to say that as the head ski buyer for Boston Ski & Tennis in Newton, Mass., she knows a thing or two about skis—how they’re built, and how they perform.

The Reviews: The Best Women’s Powder Skis of the Year

Editor’s Choice: Salomon QST Blank ($800)

Overall score: 8.52/10
Lengths (cm): 178, 186, 194
Dimensions (mm): 137-112-126
Radius (m): 15 (178)
Weight (per ski in grams): 2,220 (186)
Pros: Playfulness, Flotation
Cons: Quickness, Stability at Speed

For the second year in a row, the QST Blank won our hearts for its effortless performance in deep snow and chop alike, defending its position at the top of the Women’s Powder lineup. With fresh new topsheets and the same award-winning construction under the hood, the 112-millimeter-underfoot ski topped the field in Playfulness and Flotation, surfing seamlessly through the soft stuff and smoothing out bumps in between. A full poplar core rides the line of stability and energy, proving that you don’t always need metal for power. Salomon’s signature cork damplifier contributes to the consistent and composed feel on chunder and hardpack, alongside double sidewalls that gave testers the go-ahead to drop into anything they set their sights on. “I skied it on my last run of the day, when everything was skied out, and I was hooting and hollering and whooping with joy,” said East Coast-based tester Caitlin Kelly. “The ski was so nimble, cut through everything, turned on a dime, held an edge on hardpack, and floated on top of it all.”

Read the full review for category scores, strengths, weaknesses, and tester feedback.

Overall score: 8.13/10
Lengths (cm): 176, 184, 192
Dimensions (mm): 154-114-136
Radius (m): 17 (176)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,995 (184)
Pros: Responsiveness, Crud Performance
Cons: Forgiveness, Flotation

Völkl’s all-new freeride powder ski, the Blaze 114, proved to be a powerful yet approachable tool that held its own arcing fast turns down wide-open slopes as well as surprising testers with its agility in tight trees. It took home high marks for Responsiveness and Crud Performance, weaving its way through glades and narrow chutes while plowing through chunder at the end of a powder day. Testers cautioned that if you get in the back seat, though, the Blaze 114 could trend toward less forgiving; it’s still a ski that demands a strong stance and tuned-in style to access its full potential. “Very powerful, but easy to manage at a variety of speeds and in a variety of conditions,” said tester Tracy Gibbons, who calls Crystal Mountain, Washington, her home terrain. “I started in the open space thinking I was gonna need some speed and muscle to get this ski turning, but it turns out it behaved like a tamed lion.”

Overall score: 8.06/10
Lengths (cm): 162, 170, 178
Dimensions (mm): 144-110-130
Radius (m): 16.5 (170)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,500 (170)
Pros: Playfulness, Responsiveness
Cons: Crud Performance, Stability at Speed

A fun-loving ski with a can-do attitude, the Line Pandora 110 never failed to put a smile on our faces. This model ranked high in Playfulness and Responsiveness thanks to its soft flex pattern at the front and slightly stiffer tail, which maintains stability through high-speed turns. An updated aspen-and-paulownia core keeps the ski feeling light and springy, and a layup of aramid, carbon, and fiberglass layered on top of the core is the reason for its composure on firm groomers. It’s forgiving, which is why testers agreed that it could be really approachable for an intermediate skier or even a powder novice. But don’t let that deter more aggressive skiers: This playful powder machine held up to steep big-mountain terrain, was rock solid while ripping wide-open faces of fresh, and stayed playful enough to encourage testers to pop off cliffs and boost cat tracks. “Pleasantly surprised by the energy and ease,” reported Gibbons. “It doesn’t require hard charging, but hard chargers should still find that this ski has lots of upper-end capabilities.”

Overall score: 7.99/10
Lengths (cm): 168, 174, 180
Dimensions (mm): 140-112-130
Radius (m): 17.5 (174)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,825 (174)
Pros: Playfulness, Responsiveness
Cons: Stability at Speed, Forgiveness

There’s been a lot of hype around the fully redesigned Sheeva collection, and after floating through powder, charging through chop, and blasting through just about every snow surface imaginable in Sun Valley, Idaho, last season, we can confirm that it was well worth the wait. Ranking it high in Playfulness and Responsiveness, testers found the new Sheeva 11 all it’s cracked up to be (and more)—beefy enough for the ladies who put their skis through the wringer, yet merciful enough for intermediates looking to push themselves. “The new construction is just more fun,” said tester Kimberly Beekman, who bases out of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. “I loved the old Sheeva, too, but I feel like this was just so much more forgiving.” Reviewers agreed that the shorter lengths make for a really inviting ski for intermediates to progress into bigger terrain, while the pros will have fun sinking their teeth into the behemoth 180-centimeter option.

Overall score: 7.92/10
Lengths (cm): 176, 184
Dimensions (mm): 143-114-131
Radius (m): 22 (184)
Weight (per ski in grams): 2,090 (184)
Pros: Crud Performance, Stability at Speed
Cons: Forgiveness, Versatility

A powerful tool for advanced skiers, the RMU North Shore 114 thrives while charging hard through deep snow and chop. It’s a beast of a powder ski that can handle the heat, one that testers concurred rewards experienced rippers who have the energy to really drive it. Crud Performance and Stability at Speed were major highlights for this model, which smoothed out bumps, chopped up powder, and then begged for more at the end of each lap. With a 22-meter turn radius, it felt harder to whip around at slower speeds, but when we took things up a notch, testers were able to access a more playful feel from this ski. “Mows through everything like a tank,” noted Beekman. “It has a pow-day-frenzy attitude that I share.” For women who demand a ski that can keep up with a more aggressive ski style, the North Shore 114 is a must-have—just don’t let off the gas.

No. 6: Peak 110 by Bode ($1,090)

Overall score: 7.7/10
Lengths (cm): 168, 178, 188
Dimensions (mm): 137-110-128
Radius (m): 22.4 (168)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,804 (168)
Pros: Stability at Speed, Crud Performance
Cons: Quickness, Forgiveness

It’s hard to imagine that what Bode Miller demands out of a ski is applicable to mere mortals, but that’s part of what made Peak so intriguing at this year’s SKI Test. All of the new brand’s offerings utilize its signature KeyHole Technology, an oval-shaped cutaway that creates a stiffness inflection point to allow the ski to feel forgiving at the entry of the turn as well as powerful while edging, blending power and accessibility for a variety of skiers. The Peak 110 has less metal than the rest of its siblings, with a lively poplar-and-paulownia core and polyurethane stringers that keep the ski a little lighter and more playful than the narrower models and quiet in choppy snow and on firm slopes. As a result, it scored high in Crud Performance and Stability at Speed. “Super stable underfoot, and I could trust it to bust up anything in front of me,” said șÚÁÏłÔčÏÍű’s associate gear director, Jenny Wiegand. “I was skiing faster than I normally would because of the fresh snow, and this ski definitely rewarded that.”

No. 7: K2 Mindbender 116C W ($900)

Overall score: 7.68/10
Lengths (cm): 163, 170, 177
Dimensions (mm): 143-116-132
Radius (m): 18 (170)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,985 (170)
Pros: Flotation, Crud Performance
Cons: Quickness, Versatility

Lively and ready for a good time, K2’s Mindbender 116C W is a ski that seriously ups the fun factor on deep days. This model saw a redesign for 2023-24, including a slightly wider shape, new construction, and updated sizing. The aspen veneer core created a smooth and consistent flex throughout the ski, while the brand’s Spectral Braid technology boosted stiffness and power without the use of metal. “Fun and capable, like an old pair of sneakers that fit perfectly,” declared Beekman, who stands 5-foot-4. “It’s just there for you without you having to think too much about it.” While the Mindbender 116C W surfed effortlessly through soft snow and bulldozed crud, a few testers felt it struggled a bit while navigating gladed terrain, resulting in a slightly lower score in the Quickness/Maneuverability department. Our crew gave a unanimous thumbs-up for Flotation and Crud Performance, agreeing that this offering would be high on their list of skis to reach for when the skies open up and fresh powder awaits.

No. 8: Armada ARW VJJ 116 UL ($975)

Overall score: 7.44/10
Lengths (cm): 165, 175, 185
Dimensions (mm): 139-116-135
Radius (m): 17 (175)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,725 (175)
Pros: Flotation, Playfulness
Cons: Crud Performance, Stability at Speed

The ARW VJJ 116 UL is the crown jewel of lightweight powder skis, a friendly model that proves you don’t always have to work harder to have more fun. For full-on dump days, testers raved about its Flotation and Playfulness; it’s a smeary, surfy ski that pivots on a dime and encourages a creative mindset while exploring new terrain. “It floats beautifully and effortlessly in deep snow and was easy to maneuver through the trees,” shared Boston, Massachusetts-based tester Avery Pesce. “This is a super-approachable ski even for an intermediate looking to test their skills in some deep fresh snow.” In chop and firm conditions, reviewers were not impressed by the ARW VJJ 116 UL’s performance, deeming this offering far less versatile than some of the meatier pow skis in the group, but if deep snow is in the forecast and you’re looking for an option that will automatically put a smile on your face, there’s no question that this is the one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best powder skis for women?

1. Salomon QST Blank (Unisex)
6. Peak 110 by Bode (Unisex)
7. K2 Mindbender 116C W (Unisex)
8. Armada ARW VJJ 116 UL

What are powder skis?

Generally speaking, powder skis (or deep snow skis) are fat. They tend to have 110mm-plus waist widths, generous rocker profiles, and very large turn radii. While they float like a dream in soft snow, many powder skis can perform well in choppy snow as well, and a very special few—most notably the Nordica Enforcer 110—can actually hold an edge quite well on groomed terrain. For the most part, however, these skis are rarely defined as one-ski quiver options and are instead used only when conditions warrant, e.g. powder days.

Who are powder skis for?

Any ski wider than 105mm underfoot is best suited to a skier who gets to ski soft and deep snow more often than not. These wide skis are typically made of lighter materials, feature less metal in the core, and less effective edge, meaning they are not the best tools to handle hard snow, groomers, or bumps. Big boards will enhance any real powder day, but may feel cumbersome in anything less than five inches of fresh snow.

What length powder ski should I buy?

Because of the increased amount of rocker built into most powder skis, it’s suitable to have longer skis for deep snow to increase the amount of usable edge on hard and variable snow. Shorter powder skis will likely float and feel more nimble than longer versions, but can also sometimes feel like riding a pogo stick due to the increased floppiness that is caused by generous rocker in the tip and tails. .

How wide is too wide for a resort ski?

Skilled skiers will be able to manage a wide ski (100mm-plus) in most conditions and will still be able to make these skis carve. But intermediate skiers still working on their skills may find wide all-mountain skis to be more work in the types of conditions you are likely to encounter at the resort. .

What’s the difference between men’s and women’s skis?

In truth, most skis are unisex and not gender-specific. Many brands produce the ski with the exact same construction technologies for both genders, but often create two different top sheets to appeal to men vs. women. A handful of brands are making truly women’s-specific skis, where the ski takes a woman’s physique into account when building the ski. Men and women can ski on the same ski but may want to choose different lengths depending on their height and their skiing ability.

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Looking for the best unisex all-mountain wide skis? You’ll find those here. 

How We Test

Number of wide all-mountain skis tested: 15
Number of testers:Ìę11
Testing location: Sun Valley, Idaho
Average age of tester:Ìę38
Average height of tester:Ìę5’6”
Average weight of tester: 139 lbs

SKI has been running its annual ski test for decades now, but we’re always tweaking and perfecting the process. As in the past, we invited a crew of seasoned industry professionals—ski instructors, ski shop employees, coaches, and former World Cup racers—to join us for a week-long gear test in , a resort known for its steep and manicured groomers, legendary bump runs, perfectly gladed tree runs, and of course, “the Burn,” sidecountry terrain that powder dreams are made of.

The mission: Jump on every pair of skis entered into our five categories (Carving, Frontside, All-Mountain, All-Mountain Wide, and Powder), put them through their paces all over the mountain, and then fill out a digital scorecard with comments and impressions of how each pair of planks performed across various skill categories—from carving chops and crud performance to stability at speed and responsiveness. We ask our crew of 24 testers to identify a ski’s primary strengths, its weaknesses, who it’s designed for, and what terrain and snow conditions it’s most adept at. At the end of the week, we have enough hard data on the 100-plus pairs of skis tested to make your head spin, and we use it all to bring you these reviews of the best skis of the year.

When judging an all-mountain wide ski, we primarily assess how well it performs in deeper snow, be that fresh pow or days-old crud. Lucky for us, we didn’t have to make do with stale powder during our test in Sun Valley—it was nuking on the day of our All-Mountain Wide category test. The skis that impressed us the most with their ability to float through pow, charge through crud, and hold steady in variable conditions made this list of the best women’s all-mountain wide skis of the year.

Women’s Skis vs. Unisex Skis

The idea of women’s-specific skis is still a contentious one today. Some brands don’t make anything but unisex skis because they argue that gender doesn’t factor into how a ski performs—only weight, height, strength, and skier ability counts. They therefore only produce unisex skis, but make them in shorter lengths (sometimes down to 162 centimeters or even 158 centimeters) to be more inclusive towards women.

Other brands have invested a lot of time and money into developing truly women’s-specific skis—skis that feature construction modifications from their unisex counterparts to account for a woman’s physique and body mechanics. Finally, some brands appear to offer women’s-specific skis, though often those skis are exactly the same as their unisex counterparts and just feature a different top sheet and women’s-specific model name.

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This makes the whole idea of testing “women’s” skis a little complicated. Because many of the skis we’ve covered on our “best women’s skis of the year” lists in the past are, in fact, unisex skis that female testers loved, we decided to change things up this year. This time around, we allowed brands to enter their unisex skis into our women’s categories provided the ski comes in an approachable length for women (in the 170-centimeter range or below), and the brand doesn’t offer a women’s-specific alternative.

So some of the skis on this list are unisex skis that our lady testers loved and would not hesitate to recommend to other ladies. If you, like many of our female testers, prefer a longer ski that has some heft to it, don’t be scared off by the “unisex” designation. Rest assured that all the skis on this year’s list (whether unisex or women’s-specific) are tested by women and recommended for women.

Meet the Testers

Erika Northrop

Age: 42 | Height: 5â€Č9″ | Weight: 174 lbs

Northrop grew up skiing at Taos, N.M. from her home in El Paso, Texas. She has worked in the ski industry since college, bopping between Colorado and the Pacific Northwest before moving back to Taos to wok as the area manager for Christy Sports ski shop.

Age: 47 | Height: 5â€Č4″ | Weight: 112 lbs

Kimberly Beekman has been testing skis and writing gear reviews for longer than she’d like to admit. She’s a former editor of SKI and freelance contributor to both SKI and șÚÁÏłÔčÏÍű. She lives in Steamboat Springs with her wonderful daughter and terrible cat.

Age: 27 | Height: 5â€Č8″ | Weight: 120 lbs

Krass grew up skiing Cascade Concrete in the PNW before moving out to the Rockies to study Spanish and Italian at the University of Colorado in Boulder. She now calls the Tetons home and works as a freelance writer in the ski, outdoor, and adventure travel industry. She’s a regular contributor to the gear pages that appear on SKI and șÚÁÏłÔčÏÍű.

The Reviews: The Best Women’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2024

Overall score: 8.47/10
Lengths (cm): 158, 165, 172, 179
Dimensions (mm): 133-104-122
Radius (m): 16 (165)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,745 (165)
Pros: Versatility, Responsiveness
Cons: Hard-Snow Integrity, Playfulness

The Nordica Santa Ana 104 Free appeals to skiers of many abilities, from intermediates through ex-racers, with testers noting that it will meet you where you are and eagerly take you anywhere you want to go. Its comfort in all conditions earned this ski the highest score for Versatility in the Women’s All-Mountain Wide category while also guaranteeing it took home impressive marks for Crud Performance and Flotation. Testers reported that, wide appeal notwithstanding, advanced and expert skiers will be best able to maximize the Santa Ana 104 Free’s performance. Some in our crew were concerned that this ski could feel dull and lack energy, which saw it ranked low in the Playfulness category. Despite those reservations, however, Avery Pesce, a Boston, Massachusetts-based tester, described the Nordica as the “ultimate all-mountain ski, to be taken anywhere regardless of the conditions or terrain.”

Overall score: 8.42/10
Lengths (cm): 156, 162, 168, 174, 180
Dimensions (mm): 133.5-102-122.5
Radius (m): 16.5 (174)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,735 (164)
Pros: Versatility, Quickness
Cons: Flotation, Stability at Speed

Blizzard took its high-performing Sheeva lineup and revamped it for 2023-24, and testers were impressed with how well the Sheeva 10 could handle everything they threw at it. Tracy Gibbons, a Pacific Northwest–based tester, called it “a hard-charging ski that actually makes you feel like you don’t have to work hard.” Skiers praised its ability to perform on-piste and in soft snow—unsurprising for a ski that batted well for Hard-Snow Integrity, Crud Performance, and Versatility. Several testers noted how approachable this model could be while still allowing for progression in skier ability. Lily Krass, who spends her winters skiing in Wyoming’s Tetons, predicted that “ladies who want to push themselves will find a new BFF” in the Sheeva 10, describing it as “super ideal for advanced rippers” but also “approachable for intermediates who want to start to ski more aggressively.”

Overall score: 7.96/10
Lengths (cm): 155, 162, 169, 176, 183, 190
Dimensions (mm): 137-102-127
Radius (m): 18 (176)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,900 (176)
Pros: Flotation, Forgiveness
Cons: Hard-Snow Integrity, Stability at Speed

With plenty of capability all over the mountain, the Fischer Ranger 102 had testers raving about its versatility not only in terms of environment, but also in its appeal to a broad spectrum of skiers. Where this model truly shines is in its ability to manage whatever terrain it’s in—while meeting you at your current ability level. Steamboat Springs, Colorado-based tester Kim Beekman considered it “a very solid ski for someone who wants a dependable ride,” pointing out that the Ranger 102 “would be good for an aspiring expert.” All testers commented about this ski’s ability to not beat you up, awarding it high scores for Forgiveness. Although some in our crew were concerned that this option may not satisfy aggressive skiers looking to always ski hard, Gibbons still called the Ranger 102 “a confidence booster you can trust to get you where you’re going without any drama.”

Overall score: 7.44/10
Lengths (cm): 157, 165, 173
Dimensions (mm): 137-106-124
Radius (m): 17 (165)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,810 (165)
Pros: Forgiveness, Playfulness
Cons: Hard-Snow Integrity, Crud Performance

Salomon created a ski with mass appeal in the QST Stella 106. Testers found it enjoyable nearly universally, even if it might not have been the strongest performer in a single type of terrain or conditions. The ski had its lowest scores in Hard-Snow Integrity and Crud Performance, but it was a split decision among our team on how the ski managed in different environments. Even with some polarizing opinions—some thought it performed great in variable and firm snow, while others found fault—testers concluded that the QST Stella 106 was one of the best in the Women’s All-Mountain Wide category. The Salomon earned high numbers for Forgiveness, Playfulness, and Versatility, which allow the ski to be utilized by less-advanced skiers to up their skills yet still stay capable enough to keep up with those with more experience. Krass described the QST Stella 106 as “a truly excellent All-Mountain Wide ski” that is “smooth, consistent, and confidence-inspiring.”

Overall score: 7.43/10
Lengths (cm): 163, 171, 178
Dimensions (mm): 137-102-127
Radius (m): 16 (171)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,800 (171)
Pros: Flotation, Playfulness
Cons: Hard-Snow Integrity, Stability at Speed

Testers agreed that the Rallybird 104 Ti was an approachable Women’s All-Mountain Wide ski that nearly any skier could have a good time with, and that Rossignol still managed to keep it engaging and powerful for more-aggressive and advanced skiers. At 104 millimeters underfoot, this ski prefers off-piste terrain, but our team didn’t have any issues transitioning between bumps, crud, and groomers and ranked it highly for Flotation and Playfulness. Concerns that it was a little uncertain at faster speeds caused it to score low for Hard-Snow Integrity and Stability at Speed, but testers felt that a longer length could offer more confidence. Sun Valley, Idaho, local Alysha Herich described the Rallybird 104 Ti as a “great ski for growing with,” explaining that you can “push it to the limit and it’ll go with you, but you can also push your own limits without the ski taking you for a ride.”

No. 6: Head Kore 103 W ($875)

Overall score: 7.42/10
Lengths (cm): 163, 170, 177
Dimensions (mm): 132-103-123
Radius (m): 16.5 (177)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,750 (177)
Pros: Responsiveness, Forgiveness
Cons: Quickness, Stability at Speed

The Head Kore 103 W surprised our crew with how eager it was to power through crud and soft snow in such a lightweight package. It didn’t require an overly forceful style of skiing, and it rewarded finesse and nuanced edge control. Some testers, however, felt that led to a lack of confidence at speed and in firmer conditions. At 103 millimeters underfoot, this option provides plenty of flotation for exploring powder stashes off-piste but can still edge into groomers on the way back to the chairlift for another lap. With its lighter weight, testers were confident that less-experienced skiers could happily direct the Kore 103 W without working too hard, and it earned its highest scores in Responsiveness and Forgiveness. SKI’s executive editor, Samantha Berman, said the Kore 103 W “is a great choice for a moderate to light powder day and is perfectly capable of handling whatever type of snow you might throw at it.”

No. 7: Armada Reliance 102 Ti ($975)

Overall score: 7.39/10
Lengths (cm): 164, 172, 180
Dimensions (mm): 134-102-124
Radius (m): 17.5 (172)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,850 (172)
Pros: Quickness, Flotation
Cons: Hard-Snow Integrity, Stability at Speed

If you’re looking for a ski that can handle just about anything with accessible power, but doesn’t require you to have the confidence of an ex-racer, the Armada Reliance 102 Ti delivers. Testers enjoyed this model’s agile and responsive demeanor, rewarding it with high marks in Quickness/Maneuverability. The 102-millimeter waist provides ample flotation in soft snow and is confidence-inspiring in variable conditions, helping open the door for developing skiers to start exploring more of the mountain. Testers reported that the Reliance 102 Ti could feel a little short, especially for more-aggressive skiing, so skiers with more turns under their belt should consider sizing up to get the most performance. Colorado-based tester Jenny Wiegand recommended this ski to “anyone looking for a super-solid All-Mountain Wide option that’s not overly demanding,” praising the Reliance 102 Ti for its ability to put out a lot of energy without asking much of its driver.

No. 8: Elan Ripstick 102 W ($900)

Overall score: 7.07/10
Lengths (cm): 154, 162, 170, 178
Dimensions (mm): 143-104-120
Radius (m): 17 (170)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,750 (170)
Pros: Forgiveness, Flotation
Cons: Quickness, Hard-Snow Integrity

The Elan Ripstick 102 W provides a forgiving platform that reassures intermediate through expert skiers who enjoy wandering all over the mountain. This model handles best in the soft stuff; testers commented on how it provided a confidence boost in chopped-up snow on tired legs, which points to its high scores for Forgiveness, Flotation, and Crud Performance. The Ripstick 102 W also received kudos for its intuitive turn initiation and predictable edge hold, which allowed the ski to come to life on the groomers. The Elan did have some trouble with quick, short-radius turns, though, and could feel a bit underpowered on firm snow, resulting in low rankings for Quickness/Maneuverability and Hard-Snow Integrity. The ski’s strongest attributes are “confidence and ease,” according to Gibbons; she recalled the Ripstick 102 W making “the perfect turn so easy to achieve.”

No. 9: Völkl Secret 102 ($800)

Overall score: 6.99/10
Lengths (cm): 156, 163, 170, 177
Dimensions (mm): 142-102-124
Radius (m): 26-16-23 (170)
Weight (per ski in grams): 2,020 (170)
Pros: Stability at Speed, Hard-Snow Integrity
Cons: Forgiveness, Quickness

The Völkl Secret 102 won testers over with how well it could hold an edge on groomers, which earned it top scores for Stability at Speed and Hard-Snow Integrity, as well as its ability to plow through any type of variable snow with confidence. This ski can “find the perfect turn for every condition” according to Erika Northrop, a New Mexico–based tester. Stronger and aggressive skiers will get the most out of the Secret 102, but it’ll still allow intermediates venturing off-piste to feel sure of themselves—as long as there’s room to let the ski run. The Völkl could be overpowering in tight terrain, and a handful if you let yourself get off the sweet spot, which is reflected in its low numbers for Forgiveness and Quickness/Maneuverability. Weigand called the Secret 102 “a powerhouse All-Mountain Wide ski that can also handle groomed and hard snow.”

No. 10: Line Pandora 104 ($750)

Overall score: 6.89/10
Lengths (cm): 158, 165, 172
Dimensions (mm): 137-104-121
Radius (m): 14.6 (165)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,690 (172)
Pros: Playfulness, Quickness
Cons: Stability at Speed, Hard-Snow Integrity

Skiing should be fun, and Line got the memo when it designed the Pandora 104. Northrop said this model is for “a lady who loves to wear costumes and is all about the experience,” and Beekman echoed a similar sentiment, claiming the Pandora 104 is “like a party on your feet.” They weren’t the only testers who felt that this option was fun-focused: It received high scores for Playfulness and Quickness/Maneuverability. Some skiers will love the approachable and lighthearted demeanor of the Pandora 104, but ex-racers might find it lacking the power they prefer; testers gave this ski its lowest scores for Stability at Speed and Hard-Snow Integrity. Even if it doesn’t come off with a full-throttle attitude, the Line Pandora 104 “doesn’t take itself too seriously,” said Berman. “It just wants to have a good time.”

No. 11: Peak 104 by Bode ($1,090)

Overall score: 6.89/10
Lengths (cm): 160, 168, 178, 184, 190
Dimensions (mm): 133-104-121
Radius (m): 22.3 (168)
Pros: Stability at Speed, Hard-Snow Integrity
Cons: Playfulness, Forgiveness

The Peak 104 is a powerful ski that demands an athletic, assertive skier to tap into its full potential. Its weaknesses are “slowing down and scrubbing speed,” according to Northrop, New Mexico area manager for Christy Sports. “It almost taunts you for braking.” This isn’t a good choice for the timid, but testers claimed that if you can push the ski, it will deliver, granting it high scores for Stability at Speed and Hard-Snow Integrity to prove it. The Peak 104 isn’t a well-balanced ski in terms of adapting to different terrain or having broad appeal to different experience levels, so it received low rankings in Playfulness and Forgiveness. In soft, unbroken snow, the Peak 104 floats with ease; in crud, the ski’s stout construction allows you to drive it with authority; on groomers, it really shines. Gibbons said that “as an ex-racer and a skier from the Pacific Northwest, I appreciate the solid feel and drive of this ski.”

No. 12: K2 Mindbender 106C W ($700)

Overall score: 6.68/10
Lengths (cm): 155, 162, 169, 176
Dimensions (mm): 138-106-127
Radius (m): 15.7 (169)
Weight (per ski in grams): 1,770 (169)
Pros: Flotation, Playfulness
Cons: Quickness, Forgiveness

“Low effort, high reward” was how Herich described the Mindbender 106C W. She wasn’t alone in finding the K2 to be an energetic ski that excelled in soft and variable snow, with the team awarding its top scores in Flotation and Playfulness. That’s not to say that all testers found this option to be very versatile, with several folks calling out its struggles with quick, shorter-radius turns and dropping its scores for Quickness/Maneuverability. Our skiers weren’t as confident pushing the Mindbender 106C W on firmer snow or chopped-up groomers, as it required more attention to control. Those concerns aside, testers agreed that the K2 shone in conditions like fresh, untouched powder in the trees or late-afternoon crud. For “advanced and expert skiers who ski soft snow and crud the majority of the time,” Wiegand, șÚÁÏłÔčÏÍű’s associate gear director, thinks that the Mindbender 106C W is a no-brainer to add to the quiver.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best wider all-mountain skis for women?

6. Head Kore 103 W
7. Armada Reliance 102 Ti
8. Elan Ripstick 102 W
9. Völkl Secret 102
10. Line Pandora 104
11. Peak 104 by Bode (Unisex)
12. K2 Mindbender 106C W

What are all-mountain wide skis?

All-mountain wide skis are slightly wider than typical all-mountain skis, with waist widths that hover between 100-110mm. While they’re still versatile all-mountain skis, they cater more to soft snow and powder and less to groomer skiing than slimmer all-mountain skis. Like all-mountain skis, all-mountain wide skis feature tip- and tail rocker and larger turning raddi. However, unlike all-mountain skis, wider all-mountain skis tend to include less (or no) metal in the core to keep the weight of the ski more manageable at wider dimensions.

Who are all-mountain wide skis for?

Wider all-mountain skis are better suited to skiers who primarily ski off-piste, at resorts that see abundant snow fall. Wider all-mountain skis generally handle powder and crud better than narrower all-mountain skis. However, wide all-mountain skis sacrifice edge performance, so skiers who care about making precise turns and carving on groomers occasionally should look to narrower all-mountain skis.

How wide is too wide for a resort ski?

Skilled skiers will be able to manage a wide ski (100mm-plus) in most conditions and will still be able to make these skis carve. But intermediate skiers still working on their skills may find wide all-mountain skis to be more work in the types of conditions you are likely to encounter at the resort. .

What’s the difference between men’s and women’s skis?

In truth, most skis are unisex and not gender-specific. Many brands produce the ski with the exact same construction technologies for both genders, but often create two different top sheets to appeal to men vs. women. A handful of brands are making truly women’s-specific skis, where the ski takes a woman’s physique into account when building the ski. Men and women can ski on the same ski but may want to choose different lengths depending on their height and their skiing ability.

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