Elan Nia Pro 105 Womens vs Elan Playmaker 87

How they compare

the Elan Nia Pro 105 Womens leans more freeride/powder, while the Elan Playmaker 87 leans more freestyle / park. They share a twin tip shape — symmetrical tips for skiing switch and park; playful and forgiving. The Elan Nia Pro 105 Womens has a flat_rocker profile (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel), while the Elan Playmaker 87 uses hybrid (rocker/camber) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile).