Nordica’s Nemesis impressed testers with its incredible stability and strong edgehold. It’s a confident ski that loves medium to longer radius turns, and that can easily plow through an assortment of off-piste conditions as well six to seven inches of fresh snow. Also a plus, the ski’s hard snow capability.

It did not feel very floaty, despite its Early Rise CamRock design, and despite this being the big mountain category. It also isn’t as lively as other skis in this class, as it skis more like an expert level big mountain ski. Best recommended for East Coast skiers who want a bigger board, and West Coast rippers who put a premium on stability.