You're going out on big backcountry missions, so you need a ski that's lightweight, kick turns easily, and isn't a burden to bring up the skin track. But also, you're going out on big backcountry missions, so you need a ski that's composed down the fall line, predictable in tight spots, and powerful at speed. Basically, you're going out on big backcountry missions, so you need the Atomic Backland 107 Skis.