Ski Magazine distills the essential vibe, so let's give them the mic. According to their review, "The new version of the women’s Salomon QST Lumen 98 blew the rest of the skis in the women’s all-mountain category out of the water in the Playfulness, Quickness, and Forgiveness departments, so if those areas are your jam, go ahead and pull the trigger." For you maniacs who loathe playful and forgiving skis, carry on...

Upgraded and improved, these freeride masters feature a poplar wood core buttressed by a carbon/flax layup and dampened cork inserts in the tip and tail. Ergo, the ski boasts genuine stability and edge grip, all the while turning down the volume on chatter and vibration. Most notable of all is the institution of Salomon's Double Sidewall Technology, creating confident edge hold, a 15m turning radius, and the ability to charge in the bumps, on piste, and in standard powder.

Intermediate or expert, lapping groomers or exploring the entire mountain from skin track to summit, Salomon's QST Lumen 98 is a no-brainer for skiers looking for a playful and responsive ski that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of stability or too much weight. "Quiver of one"...there, we said it!

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