Sam Bass, Skiing Magazine’s fearless leader, kept the cheer flowing at El Chanate Cantina in the Cliff Lodge.

By the end of the week, we came to one conclusion. The technology and construction behind new skis is better than ever. Manufacturers have refined their processes and designs almost to perfection. Next year’s crop of skis blew us away as a whole, which means you should start saving your loot for a visit to your local ski shop next fall. It will a great year to buy new equipment.