Placed by Rossi at the lower end of their ladies' all-mountain skis, the Temptation 74 Ltd is really a piste ski designed for intermediate level skiers, and a great one at that.

Great for :

Happy with a variety of turn styles and shapes on groomed piste

Not so great for :

A bit too stiff to be the best ski in softer snow and crud

Target ability level :

Ideal for improving intermediate skiers, the Temptation 74 performs very well in most turn styles, so it will take you from the early skidded parallels on to developing proper carved turns.

The snub-nose engages quickly in the turn, but the short tip rocker section stops the ski becoming grabby and catchy when skied flat – a common complaint of intermediate skiers.

The full camber helps drive the ski into the snow for strong edge grip and precise control.

The tail is rounded and slightly rockered so it will release you from the end of the turn rather than locking you in right to the end, giving you the option of a bit of tail skid when you need it.

At 74 underfoot, the Temptation is wide enough to give a beginner confidence and stability as they increase their speed, yet narrow enough to be reasonably quick edge to edge as you start to improve.