The SUV 12.1 makes a great ski for anyone looking for fast stable piste turns that will still have enough width and the right shape for all mountain use. The generous 70mm waist is complemented by a wood core and uses the XBS Alu binding system to ensure excellent pressure distribution and a confident balanced feel. This is finished with the Alu Chrome top sheet found on the highest Nordica models, so vibrations are absorbed and the stiffness provides great grip with quick reactions. Testing proved this to be a versatile ski that gave the right mix of stability and liveliness to encourage fast piste skiing without being tiring, while remaining capable of handling some mixed snow conditions.