Backcountry magazine: "Karhu calls the Betty a 'mid-fat' but it remains the narrowest ski in their line. It returns with a lighter wood core and new graphics. Betty's not best in firm conditions... It did better on softer snow and crud. Most testers found it a skier-friendly ride. 'Easy turn initiation, smooth-flexing ski... Makes great medium and small radius turns. Large sweet spot, very forgiving.' Said a ripping young tester: 'Great all-around ski ...Quick and fun in the tight trees. Very responsive ski. This would be one of my top picks to take on a hike/skin.' As for the West: 'Lightweight, easy to ski...'"

Couloir magazine: "Gifted with a big sweet spot, the Betty is an all-conditions cruiser who loves short to medium radius turns in wind-buff, hardpack, bumps and steeps. Stable and forgiving, she won't be too hard on you if you make a wrong move. An active, lively, do everything ski, she has a firm hold on hard snow and stays grounded at speed."
"With a locked heel, Betty's wide shovel lends a smooth arc to each turn, particularly in soft snow."

Skiing magazine:
"Built around a light, springy core that's reinforced with titanium, Karhu's Betty got props for its solid, predictable manners." For the experienced free-heeler, it's responsive and stable.