The Rise Beyond 96 Women's ski is a perfect example of Volkl's gold standard of hard-charging, powder-eating, and corn-slaying skis that are lauded by skiers of all shapes and sizes. The Rise 96 ski is the improved model of last year's Rise 98. Volkl has shaved off two millimeters from the underfoot, yielding a ski that is even easier to turn and more stable on hardpack. The ski is designed with Volkl's 3D Radius Sidecut - three different turning radii along the length of the ski - which enables this ski to handle high-speed long turns as well as quick turns in narrow spots. Rocker in the wide (138mm!) tip keeps you floating through even extra-fluffy Wasatch powder, while the underfoot camber gives you power on harder snow and improves edge hold in conjunction with the full-length sidewall. The Hybrid Tourlite Woodcore is lightweight yet includes strategically placed beech wood to improve binding retention as well as support powerful and aggressive skiers who like to push their gear to the limit. Put simply, the Volkl Women's Rise Beyond 96 is a mid-fat ski that was designed to do it all and be the only ski you need to experience the fullest of what the backcountry has to offer.