[9dreizig]

Here's the basic differences:
New skis don't need to be bent to turn ,, hence no forward stiff boots needed.
keep your weight balanced,, now turn using weight shift from outside little toe to big toe..
New skis are inherently unstable unless you're on an edge.. so no more flat ski cruising
Fat skis allow for floating over the crude, MUCH easier than old skinny skis.
I agree with finding a stiff ski, not easy with the new designs many are noodles ..