The Salomon X-Drive 8.0 FS makes an excellent option for the strong intermediate to expert skier that is looking for edge grip and stability on a lively frontside ski. A Koroyd Insert in the tip lowers the swingweight of the ski that makes it very easy for you to roll it on edge. Salomon's X-Chassis Construction uses a Carbon/Polyamide diagonal structure that sits on the center of the ski that increases the torsional strength and responsiveness, especially when you are moving at fast speeds. The All-Terrain Rocker 2.0 rocker profile enables you to dive into and out of turns quickly and deliberately with a strong amount of rebound. A Basalt Layer sits works together with the Light Density Full Wood Core to keep a lively and snappy feeling to the X-Drive 8.0, but also will be very stable no matter how fast you like to ski. The RKS (Rocker Stabilizer) uses a 3D Composite Fiber over the contact zones that increase the responsiveness even more when you want to knock out some tight turns at top speed.