Back for the 2018 season, the Liberty Variant 97 is a powerhouse that provides incredible stability at high speeds. It has a burly core yet it is lightweight enough to keep your legs fresh until the end of the day. Versatile enough for both backcountry and in bounds terrain, the tail design easily accommodates skins, so tour on.Ski Features- Hammer Rocker: Hammer Rocker has a very low rise tip rocker, combined with camber back to the tail for amazing edge grip with easy turn entry and flotation.- BC Tail: A flat, stiff tail section with minimal camber that allows strong turn finishes, won't hook up on the steeps, and is a strong landing platform.- Metal Core: Extra bamboo laminates and a Titanal layer for power, damping, and edge hold.- Bamboo Backbone: Laminated bamboo gives tremendous rebound and energy while being environmentally friendly.- Fiber Reinforced Polymer: Liberty uses mats of this dense material under the binding area to increase screw retention and add rigidity.- Quadaxial Glass: Liberty's custom weave fiberglass creates tremendous torsional stability while allowing easy longitudinal flex to initiate turns and absorb terrain. While more expensive than other bi and tri- directional weaves, it enables Liberty to fine tune the flex characteristics of each ski.- ABS and Whitewalls: Extra thick ABS helps reinforce against impacts and transmits energy for improved edge grip. Liberty's Whitewalls are made of resilient and repairable UHMW PE, for a smooth and durable ride.- Durathane: A Poly-Urethane bumper to smooth out the ride and protect against top sheet chipping.- HRC 48: Liberty's specially treated HRC 48 edges feature a wider profile with larger anchors for greater durability and longer life.- Skin Compatible: Low profile tapered tip and notched tail for quick and secure skin attachment - P-Tex 4000 Base