Atomic ski reviews 2010
Atomic's big news for 2010 is the arrival of the Double Deck models, but there also are major changes in other segments of the line, especially in freeride and freestyle skis. The Nomads have likewise been rebuilt from top to bottom.
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D2 Race GS
According to Atomic, D2 technology is being used on the World Cup and while these are not "real" WC skis, they are certainly worthy tools for college, citizen and Masters racing. Great grip, responsive and although there can be some tip chatter on really hard snow at high speed, the D2 Race GS is acceptable for competition right up to (but not including) Division I NCAA.
D2 VF 75 Woman
Our female skiers served up strong praise for the female-specific VF 75. "Awesome ski!" "Wow! Solid, stable, sure-footed, quick and plowed through any condition."
D2 VF 82
Comments ranged from "Good luxury resort ski," to "Very stable, very solid, very fun ski that instills confidence," to "Laughed at crud," to "I could own this ski." The VF 82 represents the essence of Double Deck versatility.
Cloud 7 
Our testers were not impressed with the Cloud 7. It seems to fall in a "Catch 22" area. The skier who would not feel constrained and held back by the 7 should rent demos rather than buy. Beginners and casual skiers will find it non-threatening, but anyone who skis more than a few days per season will probably become disappointed in a fairly short period of time.
Cloud 9 
If light weight and lively feel without sacrifice in performance except sheer speed are top requirements, the Cloud 9 is an attractive choice. Quick, light and lively, adept in mild bumps, relaxing and forgiving, the 9, as one skier said, "could be the perfect instructor ski."
Bent Chetler
We only received one comment (and relatively few test cards), but it was so perfect, we just had to use it. According to one, er, dude: "The sickest of all rocker skis!" If you know what that means, it may be worth trying. If not, this ski definitely is not for you!
