It's hard to tell whether the change I experienced on the hill was due to the new skis (Black Diamond Arc Angels) or the Bindings (G3 Targa). However, I feel like a new skier. As an alpine convert, I had been frustrated with being relegated to the intermediate slopes with my straight and light Backcountry set up of TUA/Voile from 1990ish. My first day out on my new set-up, however, I felt like I could control my turns and choose my line. I even spent a fair amount of time in the bumps. (Somewhere I never thought I'd be with my old skis and bindings) Cheers to G3 and all you fine folks for making it affordable!