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While most skis these days boast the label of being unisex, many of you ripping ladies out there still desire a pair of sticks constructed specifically for you. Whether you’re slaying pretty faces like Lynsey Dyer, getting upside down like Tatum Monod or sliding rails like “Maad” Maude Raymond, you need a ski that will exceed your demands. This season, our squadron of highly talented female ski testers put an array of different planks through the wringer. When it was all said and done, 17 models were bestowed with an Editors’ Pick badge; they’re highlighted in our Buyer’s Guide. Of those, the top 10 are displayed here. These planks will perform to your standards and elevate your game.
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1. Nordica Santa Ana
Overall Score: 9.10
“The all-new Santa Ana women’s ski earned rave reviews from our rockin’ group of testers…” Click for full review and scores.
2. Atomic Century 109
Overall Score: 9.07
“Whether you’re getting your kicks on the frontside or out back, the Century 109 won’t disappoint…” Click for full review and scores.
3. K2 Remedy 92
Overall Score: 8.72
“At 92 mm underfoot, the K2 Remedy 92 is at home in both the park and all across the resort…” Click for full review and scores.
4. Völkl Aura
Overall Score: 8.70
“Our testers loved the Völkl Aura. It’s a badass all-mountain package for those who attack the resort at top speeds…” Click for full review and scores.
5. Nordica La Niña
Overall Score: 8.60
“An Editors’ Pick three years running, the La Niña is a true beaut’ in the deep stuff…” Click for full review and scores.
6. Folsom Gold Digger
Overall Score: 8.59
“‘This ski doesn’t fool around,’ said one tester about the Folsom Gold Digger…” Click for full review and scores.
7. Blizzard Sheeva
Overall Score: 8.59
“At 104 mm underfoot, the Sheeva is a certified all-mountain slayer, drawing serious praise from our ski testing battalion for the second straight year…” Click for full review and scores.
8. Völkl 100Eight
Overall Score: 8.53
“This is a fantastic all-around offering from Völkl…” Click for full review and scores.
9.Line Soulmate
Overall Score: 8.48
“The new Soulmate 92 earned stellar reviews from our testing squadron…” Click for full review and scores.
10. Head Great Joy
Overall Score: 8.47
“Regarding the Great Joy, tester comments were positive across the board…” Click for full review and scores.
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