2027 Rossignol Nova 2 Women's Skiswith Atomic Hawx Magna 75 Boots and Poles

Every women's line needs a starting point, and the Rossignol Nova 2 is where the Nova family begins. Narrow underfoot with a soft flex, it's the combination that makes a ski easy to turn at slow speeds, which is where most early frustration actually comes from. Women new to the sport, or returning after years away, get a ski that doesn't fight back. We paired the Nova 2 with the Atomic Hawx Magna 75 Women’s Ski Boots because it’s an ideal comfort-first option for newer or lighter skiers who still want dependable support. The softer 75 flex makes the boot easy to bend and control, helping skiers stay balanced and improve technique without fighting excessive stiffness. Combined with the Hawx Magna high-volume fit, it’s a great pairing for frontside and all-mountain skis aimed at beginner-to-intermediate women who want an easy, warm, and forgiving boot for learning and cruising confidently.

Who it's for:

Women who are brand new to skiing, or coming back after years away and starting over. The narrow waist and soft flex suit anyone who wants the ski to do as much of the work as possible.

Things to consider:

Everything soft and narrow about this ski caps it early, and a skier who is progressing fast will be ready for the next Nova within a season or two. It offers nothing in soft snow and will feel unsettled if pushed above gentle speeds.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Shorter is better at this stage, and a ski somewhere around chin to nose height gives the easiest possible turn. Rather than sizing up for the future, treat this as the ski that gets you through the learning phase and plan to move on once turns come naturally. The Hawx Magna 75 has a generous fit with easy entry and a soft flex; choose the equivalent of your street shoe size for comfort, or size down slightly for the most performance.