MSRP $895 (flat)

As women’s gear continues to gain legitimacy in the industry, the demand for women-specific wide rides increases, too. But until manufacturers catch up, this unisex bruiser will do just fine. No. 1 in Crud, it even bombed down sun-crust and wind-chop. And when it hit the groomer back to the lift? Surprise: It actually turned. But you’d better be on your game - it has no patience for novices. “Heavy enough to be stable without feeling too stiff,” said Stokes.