I love these spritely things! A large sweet spot - you don''t have to find it, it finds you. No waiting to find your groove either, other than the time it takes to put the skis on and ride the lift up. I usually ski these out west or when there''s a coat of new powder on my eastern slopes, but they ski just fine on predominantly icy and hard pack conditions too. A more timid female skier might not be happy with these (perhaps would like the more anchored and subdued feeling of K2:T-Nine X?), but if you like to slice down the mountain with gusto and have absolute stability while doing so, go for the Bandits!

Customer Service

Altrec actually sent me a hand-written note wishing me good times on my new skis. I was impressed with the personal touch!

Similar Products Used:

K2 T:Nine X (similar mid-fat with entirely different personality), Rossi T-Power Viper X (not similar, skinnier and best for hardpack and ice, IMO)