Product Summary
The ski in details
Lightweight, floaty, fast, stable, strong, and versatile - all at the same time.
Designed by Female freeride athletes and guides demanding perfection everywhere they go, it's ground-breaking construction has allowed Elan to drop the weight to a minimum and push performance to the maximum, while maintaining a playful feel for all aspects of the journey. This 88 mm waisted ski is very light and easy to maneuver, yet deftly capable, making it a true modern touring ski.
The touring segment is the trend in alpinism; combining light equipment that performs in powder and remains stable in variable conditions found in the backcountry is essential. The Ripstick 88 Tour W is the perfect waist width to feel confident on descents and narrow enough for comfortable, long uphill ascents, making it the sweet spot for touring skis. At approximately 1170 g per ski, Elan has targeted the optimal weight for women's touring skis, without sacrificing downhill stability and performance. With carefully designed CARBON BRIDGE TECHNOLOGY, they implemented a carbon rod reinforcement to connect the energy of the ski for a smooth feel with playful rebound. The length of the reinforcement is designed to exact measures to reduce vibration and tip chatter. A reduced sidewall shape gives the ski a unique look with functional weight reduction, while full sidewalls increase edge pressure and contact. With a freeride profile and shape, Elan has assured this is the perfect combination of weight to performance ratio for all skiers, in any conditions found in the backcountry.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
- Most efficient footprint
- Great Flotation
- Best Edge Grip
- Nimble Turn Entry & Exit
- Playful Rebound
- Lightest Weight
Technologies
- Amphibio Profile
- Carbon
- Fiberglass
- Tubelite Woodcore
- Carbon Bridge Technology
- 360° Sidewall
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Ski review Elan Ripstick Tour 88 W
At the 2022/2023 WorldSkitest the skis in the category „Touring Skis Ladies“ were closely evaluated. Tester’s opinion: "The Ripstick Tour 88W made it onto the podium again this year and achieved the well-deserved second place with perfect skiing characteristics. In addition to its performance during ascending and descending, the easy handling of the "Elan" skins was highly praised. With this touring model our ladies will have fun on or off the mountain."
| Handling, skins | 8,7 / 10 |
|---|---|
| Long turns | 8,4 / 10 |
| Short turns | 8,0 / 10 |
| Stability at speed | 8,1 / 10 |
| Physical effort | 7,9 / 10 |
| Overall impression | 8,2 / 10 |
| Total | 49,3 / 60 very good |
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