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Shopping for new skis can feel overwhelming. With so many styles on the market, how do you know which skis are best for your ability, terrain, and conditions? At MTNside Ski & Ride, located right at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, we help skiers every day find their perfect match. This guide breaks skis into four main categories: carving skis, all-mountain frontside skis, freeride skis, and freestyle/twin tips. Carving Skis Carving skis are inspired by race skis but designed to be more accessible for recreational skiers. With a narrow waist width (65–75mm), they’re fast edge-to-edge and ideal for making clean, arced...