Don’t let the “Ti” in the Ranger 98 Ti hypnotize you into thinking this will be another Austrian World Cup ski blown up to dirigible dimensions. It’s almost the opposite scenario: a decidedly buttery knife that uses but a slip of metal underfoot and is responsive to the lighter pressure exerted by recreational skiers.

Skiers who hit each turn like it insulted their mother will drive the Ranger 98 Ti right off the road unless they back off the aggro-meter. However, skiers who are just getting used to the hang of a wider stance on a wider ski will discover this Ranger is ready to roll over and ride a modestly angled edge, laying down lovely railroad tracks from a laid-over stance.