Five all-mountain skis for East and West Coast slopes
Be ready for the slopes. (Mauro Paillex via Unsplash /)If you’ve been skiing for years, you know that selecting a pair of blades and poles is a vital part of the process. Ideally, you’d be using them for a handful of years (about eight, on average).There are dozens of technicalities to consider when purchasing all mountain skis, from the type of ski you’re looking for based on terrain, to the length and width you want (often correlated to skill), to whether you can shift into touring mode. The right set will allow beginners to make easy turns, and speed-demons to feel stable when cruising at high speeds.We’ve rounded up some of the best options on the market that will serve you well, no matter where you’re ripping up powder. Out West, you’ll encounter way more fresh snow than the rest of the country; out East, you’ll need to be prepared...