Viking what machines are you pulling with? I have a Mazzer Mini with a Anita by Quick Mill. Gotta love a proper espresso.
OK, so she really wants a cruiser Ski?; I think I will go back to the Vapor or even through in the Legends. I am of a differing school than most here so I will remain silent..... just remember if you are looking for an easy going, soft snow ski, dont' be afraid to go wider. The difference in energy and timing of getting a 70mm ski on edge over a 66mm ski is miniscual assuming identical sidecuts.? The real difference is overall sidecut, not just the waist of the ski. My final advice, she needs to demo. Too much unknown and too much guessing. Although it's fun? 
Ron, I think you shouldn't hesitate to voice your thoughts.? They are valid opinions and anything that helps people be more informed of the various points of view can't help but be good.
If we are talking about is wife, then I wouldn't want her to go less than 74mm or so. The Watea 78 is a great ski and a good choice, but so are many of th eothers listed here. I still think the Head 78 is way too much ski but the Legend, the vapor and Lynn's ski may all be very good options. This is why I really think she should demo. She likes to ski fast and hard, but wants something to criuse around on. That's a tricky combo of "wants" Sometimes you get a nice soft ski and then you just end up bored on it.; too mushy, no energy, overly damp, etc, OR you get a farily stiff and demanding ski with little flex in the tip and you end up working the ski all day and ayou can't relax on it. I think a ski in that range, or up up to 82 or so would be good. If it's soft snow, you will hardly notice the difference being wider but will gain much more stability and ease of skiing. When I started to ski wider boards, I was amazed at how much less work and much less fatiguing they were. Unless I'm carving on groomed, give me my Watea 94's and I am very happy. (as long as gary doesn't take them out of my closet first) Remember This is for soft snow now, not groomed hardpack. That's a whole other ballgame. just my .02.
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