The Rossignol Experience 76 CI W is a perfect ski for the true beginner to athletic intermediate skier who wants a lightweight ride that is easy to control that will help them improve their skills. The RossiTop Cap Construction is forgiving, meaning that it does not require very much energy, skill or technique to make the ski react when and how you want it to. A Carbon and Poplar Core will keep you stable when you want to pick up some speed, but will not tire you out too quickly. Rossignol's Air Tip VAS uses vibration dampening materials that reduce vibrations in the tip for confidence building and smoother skiing. If you are an athletic beginner to solid intermediate who wants a ski that will help you improve quickly the Rossignol Experience 76 CI will be perfect choice. Air Tip VAS, All-Terrain Rocker, Progressive Sidecut, RossiTop Cap Construction, Carbon/ Poplar Core, 9.7lbs. w/Binding (@162cm), Tip/Waist/Tail Widths: 123/76/109 (@162cm), Actual Turn Radius @ Specified Length: 12m (@162cm), Warranty: Two Years, Type: Frontside Skis (