2027 Nordica Santa Ana 97 Women's Skis with Tyrolia Attack LYT 11 GW Bindings

The 2027 Nordica Santa Ana 97 with Marker Squire 11 Bindings stands tall as the core of the Santa Ana series, delivering all-mountain versatility in a balanced, confidence-inspiring package. With a 97 mm waist, it strikes the perfect middle ground—wide enough for fresh snow, narrow enough for groomers, and stable enough to charge everything in between. This is a true one-ski-quiver for women who want the freedom to roam without limits. We paired the Santa Ana 97 Women's with the Marker Squire 11 because of the Squire’s high performance and dependability for lighter weight all mountain and freeride skiers. With a light weight construction and a safe, reliable release, the Squire 11 is a go to choice to keep performance high and weight low.

Why we like it:

It blends smoothness and strength like few skis can—powerful when pushed, yet composed and easy to trust across changing terrain. The Santa Ana 97 is one of those skis that just makes everything feel better.

Who it's for:

Tailored for advanced and expert women skiers who split their time between groomed trails, glades, bumps, and powder stashes. If you want just one ski that can do it all, and do it well, this is it.

Highlights:

The Santa Ana 97 features a lightweight wood core enhanced by Nordica’s Pulse Core elastomer insert and a single sheet of Terrain-Specific Titanal. This combination smooths out variable snow while keeping the ski energetic and responsive. Rocker in the tip and tail improves float and turn initiation, while camber underfoot keeps the ski locked in on hardpack. It’s this thoughtful construction that gives the Santa Ana 97 its signature blend of dampness, power, and intuitive handling. Marker’s Triple Pivot Light 2 Toe and Hollow Linkage Heel systems work in tandem to provide powerful energy transmission to the ski, allowing for maximum edge grip and control of the ski. Lighter weight skiers can rest easy knowing the Squire 11 will be easier than ever to step into thanks to a re-designed heel piece. Perhaps the most underappreciated feature of the Squire 11 is the anti-ice rail, which sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape the sole of your boots clean before stepping in.

Things to consider:

With its metal laminate and directional build, this ski favors a strong, engaged skier. It may feel a bit grounded for those seeking a looser, lighter, or more playful ride. Skiers who spend most of their time on firm snow may also prefer a narrower Santa Ana model for quicker edge-to-edge performance.

Fit & sizing considerations:

These skis run true to size. Stick with your usual length for well-rounded all-mountain performance, or size down slightly for tighter terrain and added maneuverability.