The Rossignol Smasher 90 Ski, Rossignol XP 10 Binding, and Nordica The Cruise Ski Boot make up an all-mountain ski package for skiers in their first seasons on the whole mountain, with a forgiving cap-construction ski, a binding rated for intermediates and up, and a wide boot whose adjustable cuff profile opens room for larger calves. What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"A newer skier on a 90 millimeter ski worries about getting thrown back, and the Cruise's Natural Foot Stance keeps the foot in a relaxed position while the soft flex lets the knees move forward easily, so the Smasher's forgiving cap build does its work. That's why I'd start a first-season skier here."