Head Dream 10.5 (2010)

The Dream 10.5 is all about making your ski day easier: a grippy sole so you won’t slip in the parking lot, no pinched or frozen toes, and a flexible shell and fleece lining that make for effortless entry and exit. PLUS: Forgiving enough for intermediate skiers but stiff enough to help you progress into an expert. MINUS: The cuff is cut low for a women’s fit, but it’s a little too roomy in the calf for total control.