Sierra says: This is one of the stiffest women specific boots that Sierra Snowboard & Ski caries. With a flex rating of 90-100 as well as a great liner the Nordica Speedmachine 12 is tough boot to beat. Nordica has been a long time leader within the ski industry known for producing quality performance product and this boot does not stray from that tradition. This boot has a high instep height ...

Sierra says: The Dynastar PX 12 Lifter Wide is a great match for any fat ski. Oppose to its brother the PX 12 Ti Jib the PX 12 Lifter comes with a small lifter to give you added leverage for more on trail performance. Although the lifter is minor it will make a difference in the feel of the ski. Most often this added performance will be felt when skiing on trail where finding your edge on fatter s...

Sierra says: The Fischer Watea 78 has a new graphic for this year but it is otherwise unchanged. Many of our 70/30 skis are biased more towards hard snow and groomers but the 78 is a bit biased the other way. This is a great nimble, easy going ski that is among the best in category in bumps. The first day that I tested the 78 was in late January at Mammoth where there was an assortment of firm gro...

Sierra says: This is an entirely new model and width for K2 and fills the spot between the Recon and the Outlaw. The Apache Xplorer adds 6mm of width over the Recon and is somewhat stiffer. The Xplorer does not make the popular Recon obsolete by any means; it is really for a different skier. The Xplorer is an ideal choice for the skier who is at a higher level of aggressiveness or has more of an a...

Sierra says: It is very difficult for a ski to stay at the top of the sales charts for a very long time. Yet, the K2 Apache Recon has managed to do just that. Each time I ski the Apache Recon, I am reminded of why this is. This is simply a high end ski that almost anyone can enjoy. The magic that makes this possible is a fairly soft flex to make the ski easy to turn, but it is combined with the pa...

Sierra Says: So you're hip. You're into things. You definitely are cool enough to be seen at Starbucks with your MacBook. And whats the point of being cool if you don't show everyone.. so you take it everywhere. Ask anyone with a laptop, they know. It sure looks pretty when you first get it, but give it a month and you'll have dented corners, missing keys enough scratches...

Tecnica Says: The all new Mega Series offers four models ranging in performance from advanced to the entry level skier. Incredibly easy on & off with a cushioned, comfort focused, high volume fit, the Mega boots provide all day ski-ability. A new Progressive Flex System (P.F.S.) enhances the performance and allows ultimate control.

Sierra Says: If you love untouched powder and searching for new terrain, the Marker Baron will help to give you a setup that has the versatility to do just that. The Baron, one of Marker's Alpine Touring bindings, has the ability to release the heel from the ski so you can climb and traverse with ease. Get to those hard to reach parts of the mountain that keep fresh snow for a couple of da...

One white toe and heel, and one black toe and heel.

Sierra Says: The STH 12 Oversize is a great freestyle binding for an affordable price; it shares some of the same characteristics as the STH 16 and 14 but with a lower din of 12 and more emphasis in the freestyle world. Salomon Says: New super solid construction for the most progressive Freestyle.

Sierra Says: The new Carbon Credit Series has evolved from the late Carbon High Beam. This directional twin all-mountain freestyle snowboard is geared toward the ambitious beginning or intermediate riders that want one board to do it all. Set the stance back and ride backcountry or center your stance out to kill it in the park. Its softer flex and banana tech increases maneuverability and makes tr...

Sierra Says: The K2 Crossfire is the known for its great groomer performance while providing you with a smooth, quiet ride. The word that we use to best describe the performance and feel of a K2 is "Cadillac". The reason for this is because it has all the performance that you could ever want but when you are looking to just cruise, it allows you to take it easy and not have to worry abo...

Sierra Says: The top selling all mountain ski for the past few years, and K2 continues to only make changes that are absolutely make the Apache Recon perform better. With the addition of the MX binding last year which increased the power driven directly to the edge of the ski, the only tweak beyond cosmetics this season is the addition of a redesigned MOD Monic which helps to dampen the ski in t...

Sierra Says: Back for another year after being the best under hyped do-everything ski of 08/09. With more sidecut than the Recon, and an additional 6mm of waist width, the K2 Apache Xplorer is an absolute blast in the crud as you leave all of your friends behind trying to figure out your secret. Fat enough for a foot of fresh powder and ridged enough for all but the iciest of conditions, the Xp...

Sierra Says: You will see this ski in the locker room at resorts like Squaw Valley, Sun Valley, or Vail more than any other ski for the simple reason is that it performs well in all conditions. With the best of both world of good edge hold on-piste and maneuverability off-piste solidifies this ski as a top seller for ski shops. And with the integrated wide ride binding from Marker, your responsi...

Sierra Says: Once again this will be the top selling Volkl ski and for many good reasons. Spring steel, IPT Wide Ride and wider dimensions make this ski easier for the advanced skier looking to improve and have an overall better experience. The AC30 raised the bar and other ski companies will need to play catch up to match quality and value that this ski offers. Volkl Says: The all-new AC30 wil...

Sierra Says: Here is the perfect 50/50 ski for women that know what they are doing. The Aurora has exceptional edge grip and stability on the groomers but still has the width for softer snow conditions. The Aurora is for the expert skiers that push themselves hard on the mountain and has a few more days on the hill than the average skier. The Aurora has the same shape as the men's AC-50 but i...

The Salomon Performa T1 is a simple one buckle boot. It is made for recreational skiing. The Performa line of children's boots are cut on the roomy side.

The Fischer MX7 Vision was designed for the woman who wants a performance boot that doesn't sacrifice comfort. The fit is best described on the narrow side of medium. The heel is fairly narrow. Instep height is fairly average. The forefoot has enough spread on it to make this a medium boot.

WEB SPECIAL (not available in retail store) We have taken the last pair or two of our older, closeout boots and given them further price reductions. These specially priced boots are no longer available in our retail store and are online only items. Dennis says: New for 2007 is the Head Dream Thang 8. It is a boot that I feel comfortable selling to intermediates and advanced skiers on a budget...

The Head Carve-X Jr. boot has been our go-to for childrens boots for a couple of years now. This is a typical Jr. boot and is for kids up to 85 lbs or so and middle of the road skills and aggressiveness. This boot has a medium fit, a low cuff, and a soft flex and fits boys and girls equally well. The model designation refers to the number of buckles. X-1, (1 buckle) is in the smallest sizes (1...