Would the K2 true Luv be a good ski for the long haul for a 5'-2" 140lb 42-yr old woman who is athletic? She's an intermediate beginner but is learning very quickly.

Hi Carol,I can share my experience... I'm 49, very athletic and in-shape, 5'4", 112 lbs, but totally new to skiing. I skied about 30 days last year, took 4-5 private lessons, and skiied 15 days this year so far. I have outgrown this ski already. But hoenstly, looking back, I still would have started with this ski -- it's very forgiving and easy to learn on. Once I learned how to turn and became comfortable on the snow, I started going fast -- I love speed! - and this True Luv ski holds up okay, but there's lots of "chatter" up your ankle and leg. There's also lots of chatter in the ice or when the top soft layer of snow is scrapped off from lots of other skiers. And it doesn't cut through the crud very well on heavier snow days -- it throws you around more because it's not as solid as a more expensive, higher quality metal ski. So I've upgraded now after only 45 days on the snow with this ski. All that said, you almost have to start with a ski like this because it's easier to handle -- then you simply sell it on craigslist and upgrade once you've progressed. As athletic as I am, there's no way I could have learned on a better, metal ski. I progressed fast because I started with a ski that matched my ability level. Hope this is helpful. Debbie