best women freeride skis

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1. Faction Dancer 2X
   • Lengths: 155, 163, 171, 177 cm
   • DIM: 127-96-117 mm
   • Radius: 15 m @ 163 cm
   • All-mountain flat tail with poplar wood core and two full-length, razor-thin sheets of Titanal for stability at top speeds, light weight, and playful character.
   • Balance of radius and rocker promotes versatility to ski the entire mountain, in all conditions.
   • Designed by The Faction Collective, which aims to make progressive, quality skis in a sustainably-minded manner.
   • Winner of the women’s skis 90-99 mm category.
   • Recommended by FREESKIER, with a deep dive review available on the website.
2. Salomon QST Lumen 98
   • Lengths: 152, 160, 168, 176 cm
   • DIM: 132-98-120 mm
   • Radius: 16 m @ 176 cm
   • Twin rocker shape for effortless and fast turning capabilities, a 98-mm waist for most days on the mountain.
   • Ideal for all skill levels and all terrain types, including freshly groomed corduroy, leftover bumps, steep trees, and side hits.
   • Double sidewalls and cork inserts ease apprehension on edge and improve stability when ride gets rough.
3. Elan Ripstick 94W Black Edition
   • Lengths: 146, 154, 162, 170, 178 cm
   • DIM: 136-94-110 mm
   • Radius: 16.2 m @ 170 cm
   • Has four carbon rods (dubbed QuadRod) for ultra-smooth ride, impeccable rebound, and asymmetric profile enhanced by carbon weave along inside edge.
   • Unique power generation sets you up to turn heads, quickly and pushing you into the sweet spot of the fall line.
   • Playful in the bumps and narrow waist ensures zipping down any line is possible.
   • Sleek matt topsheet with glossy tiger stripes.
   • Embodiment of the new women’s Terra lineup.
4. Blizzard Sheeva 9
   • Lengths: 150, 156, 162, 168, 174 cm
   • DIM: 129-96-118.5 mm

   • Radius: 15 m @ 168 cm

• The webpage is titled “The 9 Best Freeride Skis of 2024”.
• Freeride skiing is a style that takes place on ungroomed terrain and involves navigating through steep and challenging terrain and using techniques such as carving and jumping.
• The author of the page is Jordan Sunshine, who is a ski buyer with experience in the ski industry.
• The skis listed are suitable for advanced skiers who navigate ungroomed terrain and seek out steep and challenging terrain using a combination of techniques such as carving and jumping.
• The skis are suitable for both men and women.
• The skis listed are as follows, all including the tip, waist, and tail width measurements in mm and original price in USD:
  • Black Crows Atris (138/105/122, $949.95)
  • Fischer Ranger 102 (137/102/127, $799.99)
  • Line Skis Blade Optic 104 (132/104/123, $749.95)
  • Blizzard Rustler 10 (134/102/123, $799.95)
  • Dynastar M-Free 108 (138/108/128, $799.95)
  • Völkl Revolt 114 (146/114/128, $699.99)
  • Nordica Unleashed 108 (139.5/108/128.5, $799.99)
  • Faction Prodigy 3 (133/106/125, $699.00)
  • Rossignol Sender Free 110 (140/110/133, $899.95)
• The author notes a shift from the ultra-burly designs of previous years to crafting skis with retaining their aggressive edge, while offering versatility and approachability.
• The descriptions of each ski include details such as their construction, performance ability, and design.
• The webpage also includes links for purchasing the skis.
• The author suggests that the ski buyers assess all products coming to market to select the best products, having an endless amount of knowledge on all things skiing stemming from years of experience in the ski industry in tandem with their countless hours spent on slopes everywhere from groomers to the remote backcountry around the world.
• The author mentions evo’s unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
• The author’s skiing background includes skiing since they were 2 years old and working in a ski shop when they were 14 doing various roles such

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• The post is titled “Women’s Skis” and was made 3 years ago in the subreddit /r/Skigear, and has received 4 upvotes or points.
• The writer is a casual skier but has some experience in both racing and freeriding, having started skiing at age 3.
• The writer is looking for skis that are suitable for both piste and freeride, as well as for a bit of touring, and asks for recommendations.
• The writer mentions having tried the Santa Anas 93s previously, but found them a little stiff, and is having a hard time finding a demo pair due to the pandemic.
• The writer has also tried the Fischer Ranger 99 Ti and enjoyed them.
• A first commenter suggests the Black Crows Camox Birdie or Atris Birdie as options that might be lighter and more playful than the Santa Ana 93, with 1 karma.
• A second commenter warns that if the writer likes the Ranger 99, the Black Crows skis might feel too soft, and suggests the Ranger 102 instead, with 1 karma.
• A third commenter suggests getting a pair of touring skis if the lifts are not yet open in France, and mentions a local rental shop that is facing difficult times, with 1 karma.
• A fourth commenter suggests the Moment Bella, with 1 karma.
• A fifth commenter recommends the Fischer Ranger 98 W or 102 W, or the Kästle FX95 HP women’s ski, with 1 karma.
• A sixth commenter suggests the Rossignol Savory 7, with 1 karma.
• A seventh commenter recommends the Blizzard Black Pearl 98 or 88, also mentioning that the brand offers the Sheeva line for female skiers, with 1 karma.
• An eighth commenter recommends the Fischer Ranger 98 or 102, with 3 karma.
• A ninth commenter suggests the Salomon QST Lumen 99 or the Blizzard Black Pearl 98, with 2 karma.
• A tenth commenter suggests the Völkl Yumi or Kenja, with 1 karma.
• An eleventh commenter recommends the Head Kore 93 or 99, with 1 karma.
• A twelfth commenter mentions the Nordica Santa Ana 100 and recommends the 93 as well, with 1 karma.

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• Website: Reddit.com
• Subreddit: r/Skigear
• Thread Title: “freeride ski recommendations”
• Post date: 2 years ago
• OP is a male, 6’2”, 150lbs, an expert skier, and currently rides K2 Reckoner 112s but finds them unstable at times.
• He wants something with a wider profile since he doesn’t care about groomer/hard pack performance and needs the ski to be 190cm+ long.
• He mostly skis resorts around Tahoe like Palisades.
• Users in the comments recommend various freeride skis, including:
  • ON3P Jeffrey 110 or 118
  • Moment Wildcat
  • 4FRNT InThayne
  • Salomon QST Blank
  • Blizzard Rustler 11
  • Line Blade Optic 114
  • Armada Declivity 108 Ti
  • Rossi Sender Squad
  • Moment commander series
  • Sego comp line of skis
  • Icelantic nomad 115
  • Meier skis leeper
  • Dynastar M-Free 108
• Some users give karma and reasons for their recommendations:
  • reddit user, 6 karma - ON3P Jeffrey skis ride great in powder and jump off moguls and other terrain. They’re maneuverable, but more stable than the Reckoner.
  • reddit user, 3 karma - check out Ski Essentials channel on YouTube for in-depth reviews
  • reddit user, 3 karma - recommends Rossi Sender Squad (112 underfoot, comes in only one length: 194)
  • reddit user, 2 karma - will try Moment Wildcat 108 as the reviews are all super good and graphics look sick.
  • reddit user, 1 karma - recommends Volkl Revolt 121, but it can be difficult to find. Also volkl rangers for more stability.
  • reddit user, 1 karma - recommends Moment wildcat 108 or 116 for charging hard, and that the build quality is second to none.
  • reddit user, 1 karma - recommends Dynastar M-Free 108.
• Some users suggest resources to check out:
  • YouTube’s Ski Essentials channel
  • Blister’s Winter Buyer’s Guide (two Powder sections)
• OP replies with thanks for the suggestions and will take a look.

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• Post on Reddit’s r/skiing from 2 years ago asking for distinctions between ON3P’s three freeride skis - the Jeffrey, Woodsman, and Billy Goat (7 points)
• Multiple reddit users provide helpful advice on the differences between the skis
• Differences between the mount point and overall “feel” of the skis are bigger than what conditions they are intended for. -The Jeffrey (kartel) is a more freestyle-oriented ski with more tail rocker and a softer flex pattern: prefer a neutral stance (12 karma)
• The Woodsman has a slightly farther back mount point (-7ish) and a bit less tail rocker, but is generally a bit more supportive than the Jeffrey and will have a higher speed limit (6 karma)
• Billy Goat shape is more directional and surfy, has a farther back mount point and less tail rocker and will have a “loose” feeling in deeper snow, and it will be harder to sink the tips when skiing deep snow; cult following among the TGR crowd but won’t feel as light in the air as the others (3 karma)
• None of the skis is well suited for tight turns on hard snow.
• ON3P skis tend to sacrifice edge hold on firmer snow while providing a distinct ‘damp and loose’ feel, which people love in softer conditions.
• User comment - To answer this question, you need to know how you like to ski, what terrain you like to ski, and your body shape also plays a factor. (6 karma)
• The user who weighs roughly 170 pounds mentions that they own both Jeffrey 116 and Billy Goat, and for them, the Jeffrey is the perfect skiing fit, while the Billy Goat requires a different ski stance, more forward pressure, and does not feel as good of a fit (12 karma)
• Another reddit user mentions that they ride the Kartel 108 as their everyday ski and think it’s the closest in shape to the Jeffrey. (3 karma)

• User is looking for a new all mountain ski for bumps and softer snow inbounds, and describes herself as a small woman (5’, 110 lb) who is an intermediate skier and skis mostly out west.
• The Rossignol Sky 7’s are mentioned as being a really fun ski for someone who skis with finesse over power by the original poster.
• Several commenters provide recommendations for women’s skis, including:
  • Moment Sierra 162’s (7 karma)
  • Line Pandora (2 separate recommendations, 7 and 5 karma)
  • Elan Ripstick (2 karma), and Liberty genesis.
  • Dynastar Menace 90 (2 karma)
  • Black Crows Atris Birdies (3 karma)
  • Armada skis (1 karma)
  • Atomic Bentchetlers (or Mavens) (2 karma)
  • Volkl Revolts (2 karma)
  • Rossignol Sender 94 Ti, also marketed as the women’s Rallybird 92 (2 karma)
  • Coalition SOSes (2 karma)
  • Blizzard Sheeva 10’s (2 karma)
• Some commenters give additional general advice on ski width for the type of skiing the user described.
• User decides to buy a lightly used pair of skis off of eBay instead of demoing new options.

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