Returning for its fourth year of production, the Nordica Soul Rider skis have been selected as an editors’ pick for its playful attitude towards the whole mountain, partly derived from the early rise tip and tail. A poplar and ash core is at the center of the sandwich construction, which includes carbon reinforcements over the edges for extra stability and ABS sidewalls for solid energy transmission. “I felt instantly comfortable on these skis,” commented one tester. “The damp feel and quick turning abilities made me feel like I could go anywhere.”