PowderNorth Skis are constructed from hand selected hardwoods and vertically laminated ...Handmade in the USA! with these features: Durasurf sintered bases Carbon stringers UHMW sidewalls Vibrant nylon topsheets As a new ski company, we are continually evolving in our ski manufacturing, spending countless hours testing and developing our skis. PowderNorth Ski Company is an Independant Business