Volkl aura?

[Terri GB]

hi, after some research and recommendation
From the ski Diva ladies (thank you) I visited a shop to have a closer look at the blizzard black pearl 88 today. I am already in love with them! Crazy considering I didn't even demo them yet, but plan to soon.
My thread question is because my hubby has come across a pair of 2017 volkl auras at an amazing price and thinks they would be a good ski for me. The reviews look great, but I would really value any opinions from ladies that own or have experience on them?
My stats: intermediate advanced, 60% piste, 40% everything else, I weigh 9st and 5ft 5.

 

[lisamamot]

Which length Volkl Aura? At your specs of 5'5" 9 stone (126 pounds), the 163cm would likely be the appropriate length given the full rocker profile. I have not demoed it in a few years, but from what I remember it is a pretty serious ski. If you are an aggressive skier, and prefer a rock solid stable ride, the Aura would deliver. I am sure there are others on here that are current owners that could voice in better.

A demo of the Black Pearl 88 is a great idea. I am a New England skier in the states, and at the time I demoed the Black Pearl, it did not have the edge grip I was looking for. I hear the new model has addressed this and is fantastic - I am really looking forward to demoing it myself.