It's true, at both the learning and expert ends of the spectrum, and the Blizzard Phoenix 7.2 + TLT10 Bindings combo is a great way to transition away from the rental scene with a great setup of your own. Sturdy but forgiving Composite Sidewall construction gives you the control you crave without the hookiness you hate, binding mount point is moved slightly forward to account for the female anatomy, and a 6mm rocker profile keeps edge-to-edge transfers manageable. A great ski for progressing intermediate skiers that will speed you on the way to better turns and more fun.