More info would help

Mr.noodleMore info would help

What other info does he need?

Yeah maybe height/weight could help but who the hell asks their mom how much they way? He's probably just looking for a women's ski that will do well.

If your dad likes armada, maybe get your mom and armada ski, even tho they're freestyle oriented. Does she need a "carving" ski or just something that will handle the groomers well and be good in some conditions or what?

she's 5'8 and yeh I ain't asking her weight! but she's not overweight. She has skinny carving skis but would like a slightly fatter all mountain ski with tip rocker i guess. I know for a guy I would recommend something like an ARVti but i don't know anything about ladies skis, what's good or not so good.

She won't be skiing pow switch or stomping any cliffs, maybe a salomon q series would suit her?

thanks

volkl Kenja would work.

slamdunkshe's 5'8 and yeh I ain't asking her weight! but she's not overweight. She has skinny carving skis but would like a slightly fatter all mountain ski with tip rocker i guess. I know for a guy I would recommend something like an ARVti but i don't know anything about ladies skis, what's good or not so good.

She won't be skiing pow switch or stomping any cliffs, maybe a salomon q series would suit her?

thanks

Ladies' skis are more nimble than men's skis. This upcoming winter ON3P is launching a womens' ski line for the first time ever known as the Jessie series. They first showed the skis at SIA this past winter.

Rossi Sin 7 maybe? its got a fatter tip I believe which would be nice for hitting the crud and staying up in softer snow, and a good radius at about 17 for carving? Not sure about flex on those, just the sidecut looked like something she might like. I think Rossi has some womens skis too but not familiar with those

Volkl woman's skis are great. we have quite a few brands to rent I whistler an the volkl skis always go first. Te yumi could be a great option. They do cost a little more but they are worth it in my option on. Get her to demo some if she can but I would put money on her enjoying them.

The only women's ski I can recommend without more information is the Blizzard Black Pearl. Hands down the overall best women's all mountain ski out there right now. Not only is it incredibly versatile with regards to performing in a wide range of conditions, but also working well for a wide range of skier abilities and styles.

The Volkl Kenja is another great ski, as are plenty of other options out there. If you want to have total confidence in your choice for her however, get the Black Pearl.

cobra_commanderThe only women's ski I can recommend without more information is the Blizzard Black Pearl. Hands down the overall best women's all mountain ski out there right now. Not only is it incredibly versatile with regards to performing in a wide range of conditions, but also working well for a wide range of skier abilities and styles.

The Volkl Kenja is another great ski, as are plenty of other options out there. If you want to have total confidence in your choice for her however, get the Black Pearl.

I was trying to remember the name of that ski. Yeah the black pearl is a great choice

Thanks very much for the reply's.

I can't find anywhere nearby stocking the black pearl but there is one shop with the volkl yumi, it's also on discount at this time, so she's off to check it out this week! (she likes the top sheet too so thats a bonus)

Thanks again for the advice, much appreciated.

slamdunkshe's 5'8 and yeh I ain't asking her weight! but she's not overweight. She has skinny carving skis but would like a slightly fatter all mountain ski with tip rocker i guess. I know for a guy I would recommend something like an ARVti but i don't know anything about ladies skis, what's good or not so good.

She won't be skiing pow switch or stomping any cliffs, maybe a salomon q series would suit her?

thanks

HI!!!!

Your mom would probably LOVE the Rossignol Savory 7, a K2 Remedy, or Armada TSTw. I personally recommend the 4FRNT Madonna to any lady who wants a stable ski that rips in anything. It has a softer flex than the Athena, but handles the mountain just as well, if not better.

keep in mind wider skis are harder on folks knees. this can become an issue when you get into the mid to late 50s and early 60s

cobra_commanderkeep in mind wider skis are harder on folks knees. this can become an issue when you get into the mid to late 50s and early 60s

That's a good point, thanks. My neighbour had to get a knee and hip replaced and he's only early 50's.

I'll make sure she doesn't come back with a pair of bubba's!

I would avoid any ski getting much past 95-100mm wide for older folks unless it is for a pure powder ski.

Obviously there are exceptions, but for most folks once they get into their 60s, or start to have knee issues, I would stay narrower.

Sound advice Cobra.

I think she should be fine with the yumi's at 83mm.

cobra_commanderI would avoid any ski getting much past 95-100mm wide for older folks unless it is for a pure powder ski.

Obviously there are exceptions, but for most folks once they get into their 60s, or start to have knee issues, I would stay narrower.

I have knee problems and I'm 18.....can't wait!

Get her something around 170cm in length and 85-105mm wide that is medium flex and mostly cambered but has either early rise tips or really soft ones. Preferably with early taper in the tips. Boom.