Atomic Hawx Ultra 130 (2018)

The Ultra is the narrow-fit, high-performance brother in the Hawx family, which translates into a resort skier’s all-day, all-conditions generalist. Lightness is its hallmark, yet there’s surprising solidity on edge to go with the expected quick- ness. And it’s a bootfitter’s dream: Both shell and liner are heat-moldable, and the heel and toe lugs can be replaced with canted ones, which can be a game-changer for the poorly aligned. Archer: “Super quick to edge, and love the light feel. Fit is generous—consider a smaller size.”