Elan Nomad 106 vs Elan Playmaker 87
Skis comparison — 2024-2025 season
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How they compare
the Elan Nomad 106 leans more all mountain/freeride, 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. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile.
Ratings
Piste
Elan Nomad 106
7
Elan Playmaker 87
6
Powder
Elan Nomad 106
5
Elan Playmaker 87
3
Freestyle
Elan Nomad 106
6
Elan Playmaker 87
10
Freeride
Elan Nomad 106
5
Elan Playmaker 87
2
Stiffness
Elan Nomad 106N/A
Elan Playmaker 87N/A
Versatility
Elan Nomad 106
8
Elan Playmaker 87
5
Elan Nomad 106
Elan Playmaker 87
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
TerrainFreestyle / Park
ShapeTwin Tip
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelAdvanced
MSRPN/A
MSRP$499.99
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceKids & Adults
Shape Profile
182 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
156 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile