Backcountry Skis

The Original Benchmark The award-winning Ripstick 96 Black Edition returns ready to hammer hardpack and charge through choppy snow, with power, agility, and smoothness. Now in its third generation, Ripstick 96 Black Edition has established itself as the cornerstone of Elan's freeride collection. Amphibio Profile delivers the relentless trio of grip, rebound, and maneuverability, now with an even stronger and more stable ride. New Carbon Frame Reinforcement combines Carbon Deck Technology's lightweight yet super-smooth platform built with unidirectional carbon bands, with C-Ply Carbon and QuadRod reinforcement for elevated power and response. Additional vibration damping is enhanced by environmentally friendly Flax Fiber placed in a new lightweight 3D trapezoid shape which provides our smoothest ride yet. Whether you prefer a wider footprint for every day skiing at the resort or are looking for premium ride with all-mountain versatility for changing conditions, Ripstick 96 Black Edition is known for turning good times on the hill into great memories.

Everyday Carry From slashing through tight trees and narrow chutes, to arcing turns in open bowls, Ripstick 102 is the essential tool in all terrain and any condition. The all-new Ripstick 102 is building a reputation as an everyday essential thanks to its ability to navigate soft and hard snow, in wide open spaces and tight situations with equal prowess. All-new Carbon Deck Technology provides a lightweight yet hyper-smooth and responsive platform built with unidirectional carbon bands and carbon rods in the core to support the intuitive maneuverability and unmatched grip of Amphibio Profile. A new 3D shape shaves weight and is reinforced with Flax, a natural fiber that absorbs vibration for supreme stability at speed and in variable conditions. The newest footprint in the Ripstick line emerges to bring skiers that explore the entire mountain a poised and performance-driven ski that knows no boundaries and excels in every terrain and condition you 'll find at the resort and beyond.

All-Time Great When your day begins with fresh corduroy and ends as a surprise powder day with friends, Ripstick 96 is the ultimate ski for turning good days into great ones. With countless awards, Ripstick 96 has established itself as the cornerstone of Elan's freeride collection. Now in its third generation, Amphibio Profile still delivers an uncompromising trio of grip, rebound, and maneuverability, with an even smoother and more stable ride, thanks to new Carbon Deck Technology. Carbon rods and unidirectional carbon bands are placed strategically along the edges to deliver a seriously responsive and silky-smooth ride at a ridiculously light weight. Access to effortless power and additional vibration damping is enhanced by a new 3D trapezoid shape reinforced by environmentally friendly and lightweight Flax Fiber. Whether you prefer a wider footprint for everyday skiing at the resort or are looking for all-mountain versatility for changing conditions, Ripstick 96 is recognized for its ability to turn good times on the hill into great memories.

Open up the world of backcountry touring and the search for turns with the BC 80 Positrack. The ski has a lightweight core to let you move swiftly through varied terrain, while generous sidecut and modest tip rocker encourage easy turning when you find the perfect slope. A waxless Positrack base provides confident grip and glide in all snow conditions with no prep. Aftermarket climbing skins are available for touring. All-Conditions Kick and Glide Waxless Positrack base features a positive base structure for the best blend of kick and glide in all snow conditions Downhill Control Full-length steel edges increase edge grip and control for downhill skiing Light and Lively Low-density core features lightweight wood core with air channels for a lively feel Light, Playful Performance Air Tip technology enhances floatation and control in deep snow conditions Easy Handling Activ Cap offers a balance of torsional rigidity and supple flex from tip to tail for all conditions stability - Sidecuts dimensions: 80/60/70 - construction: Activ' Cap & Steel Edge - Core: LDC - Base tuning: Positrack