When your day on the mountain starts with perfect corduroy and ends in surprise powder with friends, the Elan Ripstick 96 is the ski that turns good days into legendary ones. A cornerstone of Elan's freeride collection, the Ripstick 96 has earned its status with countless awards and accolades. Now in its third generation, it continues to deliver unbeatable grip, rebound, and maneuverability, enhanced by the new Carbon Deck Technology. With carbon rods and unidirectional carbon bands strategically placed along the edges, this ski offers a responsive and silky-smooth ride at an impressively light weight. The 3D trapezoid shape, reinforced by eco-friendly Flax Fiber, ensures effortless power and vibration damping. Whether you're seeking a wider footprint for resort skiing or all-mountain versatility, the Ripstick 96 is the ultimate tool for turning every run into an unforgettable experience.
Key Features
Carbon Deck Technology: Integrates carbon rods and unidirectional carbon bands for superior rebound, torsional rigidity, and smoothness.
Flax Fiber: Reduces vibration and enhances high-speed stability in variable snow.
Tubelite Woodcore: Two lightweight carbon tubes within a wood core enhance energy return and reduce weight.
Carbon Rods: Deliver edge-to-edge torsional stability and quick rebound.
UD Carbon: Edge bands improve torsional rigidity while keeping the ski featherlight.
Sintered Running Base: Durable and ultra-fast for all snow conditions.
SST Sidewall: Slanted construction provides direct power transmission and agile response.
Amphibio Technology: Asymmetrical right/left ski design for optimized grip and control.