Rossignol Phantom SC97 (2010)

This ski nimbly mixes up speeds and turn radii, and engages and disengages its edges with ease. “I could turn off my thoughts and just get it done,” said one tester. Rossi’s all-mountain multitool transitions through different terrain types without blinking. Technical skiers will like its willingness to initiate carves quickly. It scored highest in forgiveness and versatility. PLUS: Smooth as Crisco. MINUS: Our jibby testers found it a tad hooky.