Skis for beginner?!

[pb&jane]

I’m asking for my sis-in-law who has 2 little kids and no computer time to ask here… She and her family recently moved to VT. Her DH skis. Her 4 yr old is taking lessons. And her 2 yr old is begging to. So she has to catch up. She’s taken a few lessons at a small local hill and is ready to own her own equipment. I’ve encouraged her to demo before buying, but it may not happen. She’ll probably pick up a great deal at a summer sale or ski swap. But I’d love to give her some fun, easy-to-learn-on 2007/08 skis to look out for. Here are her specs: 5’ 8’, 135ish? has good balance as used to be a gymnast, skis on greens and easy blues. Conditions will probably be mostly eastern variety: groomed packed powder and hardpack, with some corn snow and ice thrown in. Soooo, what might she look out for and at what length?
Thank yuuuuuu!

 

[Jilly]

Oh, you are going to get a list. So before all the K2 and Volkl lovers get in here I'll suggest the following;
length - 180-160cm
Salomon - Topaz (if she can stand the colour)
Rossi - Attraxion III or V
Atomic - Cool Minx, Hot Minx, Sweet Mama.
Any of those would do her fine for a few years.

 

[MaineSkiLady]

K2 First Luv - and I believe there is a terrific price on them right now at evogear.
Dynastar Exclusive 8 - easy turning and fun, don't buy too short (deals on eBay)

 

[persee]

I'd suggest K2 sweet luv or true luv from your description. As for length I'd guess a 160. Preference to the True Luv.

 

[Jilly]

that length should be 150-160cm. Not 180. I don't think there are too many skis at 180 anymore.

 

[TsuKata]

I'm a beginner, and I have Fischer Vision 20's that I love. They've changed their naming, though. I think the Vision Aspire is the equivalent.