The Rossignol B3 Ski eats up powder, crud and funky snow and is surprisingly good on the hard pack. Part of the reason is that the B3 has shark nose technology, an aluminum insert integrated into the tip of the ski increases torsional rigidity for more control at high speeds. This allows the ski to push through inconsistent snow without being deflected. The B3 also uses Rossignol’s Free Absorber Technology. F.A.T. is made from integrating aluminum and Visco components into the construction of the ski. The aluminum plate creates a solid Interface with Rossignol bindings and adds precision and increased control to the ski. The Visco is for vibration absorption and dampening, which reduces shocks and vibrations giving you a smooth ride.