No doubt about it, the switch from a foam core to wood, along with the addition of metal to its construction, elevated the 2019 Pinnacle 88 Ti above its namesake. In their comments, our testers duly acknowledged the improvement but their scores didn’t raise it into the ranks of Recommended models, which is chock-a-block full of extraordinary skis.

The most suitable suitor for the Pinnacle 88 Ti’s affections is a lighter weight fellow who puts a premium on ease of operation.  More adept at drifting than biting into a precise carve, the Pinnacle 88 Ti is at its best in soft snow, where Rob from Boot Doctors found it, “Light, lively and fun, without the nervous chatter of the previous version.”  Skiers who want a lightweight ride that responds to minimal pressure will find the Pinnacle 88 Ti a competent companion.