What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"The Indy 4. 5 is perfect for little learners—it’s light, easy to turn, and forgiving enough to keep skiing fun. The rocker profile makes initiating turns smooth, and the included bindings mean parents get a complete setup that grows with their kid."Who It’s ForBeginner Kids Learning to Ski:Made for first-timers and progressing youth skiers who need a forgiving platform. Perfect for kids moving past rentals and starting to link turns, control speed, and explore more terrain with independence. What It’s ForResort Groomers and Early Progression:The Indy 4. 5 Jr thrives on mellow groomers and beginner slopes, with a Catch-Free Rocker profile that makes turn initiation intuitive and camber underfoot for stability. It’s an approachable, all-mountain entry ski that helps kids learn faster. Why We Like ItLight, Forgiving, and Ready-to-Go:We like how this ski pairs a composite core with cap construction to keep things lightweight, durable, and forgiving. The Catch-Free Rocker profile keeps edges from catching while kids are learning, and the included FDT 4. 5 bindings adjust easily to growing boots, making this a setup that’s both kid- and parent-friendly.