The 10 Best Women's Carving Skis of 2026

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Speed limit? What speed limit? The best carving skis in the world have an insatiable need for speed. And sometimes, the perfect day is laying trenches and shredding the front side. These are the skis we like to spend time on when we're perfecting our carves, driving hard on firm snow, or trying to earn back that record on the leaderboard. These skis range in levels of demand while skiing them and turn shapes. Stiffer, more race-oriented skis will give you support for aggressive riders who might have hit a gate or two back in the day. Softer, quicker-turning skis will be more accessible for folks still learning the art of the carve, while still being plenty supportive for riding fast on firm snow. Here are Powder7's top picks for the best women's carving skis.

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1. Blizzard Black Pearl 88 $749.99

Dimensions: 127/88/109
Weight: 3012 grams
The basics: She's the queen bee, the boss lady, and the cool mom all wrapped into one. The Blizzard Black Pearl 88 has been the highlight of Blizzard's women's specific catalog for several years. So, what makes this ski so very special? Simply put, the Black Pearl 88 blends stable performance with a lively ride that just makes skiing fun. Is that too much to ask for? For Blizzard, certainly not. The ... learn more

2. Stockli Nela 88 $1279.00

Dimensions: 127/88/113
Weight: 2840 grams
The basics: The Stockli Nela 88 rides as smooth as butter, responds as quickly as a best friend, and feels as premium as that designer handbag that's been on the wishlist for a few years now. There's not much more that you could look for in your all-mountain ski. Narrower than the softer snow-oriented Nela 96, and more all-mountain focused than the new Stockli Montero AW, the Nela 88 is a supremely ... learn more

3. Black Crows Captis Birdie $649.00

Dimensions: 123/90/110
The basics: Do you like fun skis? Perfect! You’re in luck. On the more narrow side of all-mountain at 90mm underfoot, the Captis Birdie is happiest ripping the front side, but you aren't limited to just groomers. This year, Black Crows shortened the rocker and moved the contact points closer to the tip and tail. This gives you greater edge hold when slicing through bumps or ripping groomers, allowing ... learn more

4. Elan Ripstick 88 W $699.99

Dimensions: 127/88/106
Weight: 2762 grams
The basics: Back by popular demand, the Elan Ripstick 88 W is here to deliver a quick and nimble ride to all the ladies out here. We love the Ripstick for delivering one of the most agile rides in the business, making this ski feel like a carving ski when you're transitioning edges on tight carves. But this ski still has the footprint of a narrow all-mountain ski. With the modern shape of a progressive ... learn more

5. Nordica Santa Ana 87 $699.99

Dimensions: 116/87/104
The basics: The Santa Ana series earned legend status in the last few seasons with consistent performance in all different waist widths. With a fresh update, the new Santa Ana 87 is the narrowest and most firm snow-focused of the collection. If you spend most of your time carving groomers, dealing with firm snow, or like a nimble and responsive ski, this is the Santa Ana for you. With the most metal in ... learn more

6. K2 Mindbender 89Ti W $749.95

Dimensions: 130/89/114
The basics: For women looking for a little versatility out of their frontside ski, look no further. The K2 Mindbender 89Ti W offers incredible responsiveness and stability for navigating firm snow, without limiting you to the trails. A relatively narrow all-mountain waist width of 89mm underfoot is quick to get on edge and lock into the snow. K2's now iconic Y-Beam titanal frame puts metal where you ... learn more

7. Black Crows Octo Birdie $610.95

Dimensions: 126/84/113
Weight: 2958 grams
The basics: For women looking to purchase their first pair of skis, the all-new Black Crows Octo Birdie is a great choice. Taking inspiration from the popular Mirus Cor, Black Crows gave the Octo all the quick turning and supportive carving you could want, while making it look…less…weird? The Octo get some of the dramatic sidecut but pairs it with a flatter tail to encourage a more traditional carve. ... learn more

8. Stockli Montero AW $1709.00

Dimensions: 112/80/106
The basics: Stockli knows the ladies deserve the same premium ski gear as the boys. As such, they've delivered a multitalented all-mountain carving ski with the Stockli Montero AW. The Montero AW fits in a versatile slot for lady skiers who like to carve and want to stay on the trail most of the time, but want the ability to explore when fresh snow hits. With slight rocker in the tip and tail, turn ... learn more

9. Blizzard Black Pearl 84 $699.99

Dimensions: 124/84/107
The basics: The Blizzard Black Pearl 84 is a frontside carving machine. More narrow than the perennially popular Black Pearl 88, but with loads of the same great technology and features, the Black Pearl 84 works as a frontside or firm snow specialist. The updated construction and shape give the rider the same great skiability, with a touch more dampness and more stability at speed for teeth-chattering ... learn more

10. Head Super Joy $949.00

Dimensions: 120/75/106
The basics: Ever since we first started carrying it, the Super Joy was an undisputed favorite among Powder7 customers and staffers when it came to womens carving skis. And not just because its name automatically means it will make you happy. At 75mm underfoot, the Super Joy flashes in and out of turns with precision and ease. Using Head’s LYT Tech construction, the Super Joy is thicker at the tips and ... learn more

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