I just got my new pair. I had last years, supposedly they are pretty much the same. I had to get mine replaced so I didnt find them very durable at all. I found the ski really good to ride though. Maybe they will hold up better this year.
Scratches are sick, the 90 degree side wall is to die for, i know its old news but i would just like to hightlight the fact that it helps you spin smoothly witch helps add varations, and style