Touring Skis Elan Ripstick 96

Touring Skis Elan Ripstick 96

As Glen Plake says: "You need only one pair of skis - Ripstick, for all types of snow and all conditions." With the proven freeride concept from the previous model, now enhanced with improvements that will add even more "horsepower" to these skis. With a width of 96 millimeters underfoot and internal fiberglass reinforcement, the Ripstick skis deliver the right balance of torsional stability and, thanks to the Amphibio profile, precision, excellent edge grip and ease of turning. The key feature of the redesigned model is Carbon Line technology, which upgrades the asymmetrical core of the ski above the inner edge with multiple carbon inserts for improved direct power transfer. The exterior shape of the ski has also been refined, narrowing the tip to improve float and reduce unwanted vibrations. The tail of the Ripstick 96 ski uses less material than the previous model. The result of the redesigned tail construction allows easier maneuverability in turns and a choice between smooth or aggressive turn finishes. To further reduce vibrations caused by changing snow conditions, the skis are fitted with VaporTip inserts, which also ensure stability at higher speeds. The internal wooden core along the entire length is finished with lightweight hollow carbon tubes that follow the ski's curve and maintain lightness and torsional stability.

Features of Elan Ripstick 96 Skis 2021

• Fiberglass Reinforcement: Internal reinforcements made of fiberglass significantly improve the torsional stability of the skis and optimize flex
• VaporTip Reinforcement: Composite inserts placed in the ski core at the tip and tail help reduce weight and unwanted vibrations from the base, ensuring stable riding and smooth turns in the toughest conditions
• Tubelite Woodcore: The Tubelite composite core foundation is a lightweight laminated wooden core integrated with two parallel carbon tubes that follow the ski's curve. The ski core provides responsiveness, performance and low weight at the same time.
• Amphibio Carbon Line: An asymmetrically shaped core that places carbon fibers at the height of the inner edge, improving direct power transfer.
• SST Construction: The side edge called SST provides fast, agile and direct power transfer from the ski to the snow, improving performance
• Amphibio Profile: Elan's innovative system combining rocker and camber. Pre-tensioned camber on the inside ensures precision, uncompromising edge grip and stability, while rocker on the outside forgives mistakes and aids turn ease.