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You’ve moved past the rental line and are ready to buy your first pair of skis—but with so many options out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Good news: there’s no such thing as a bad ski anymore.

Whether you're looking for a dedicated backcountry ski that strikes the perfect balance between weight and performance, a lightweight ski to charge up the biggest peaks, or a slackcountry ski that ...