Elan Nomad vs Elan Vanguard
Skis comparison — 2015-2016 season
Compare two models
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Elan Nomad leans more freeride. The Elan Nomad uses a twin tip shape while the Elan Vanguard is flat. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. At $59.95 vs $239 MSRP, the Elan Nomad is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Elan Nomad
7
Elan Vanguard
7
Powder
Elan Nomad
5
Elan Vanguard
5
Freestyle
Elan Nomad
6
Elan Vanguard
5
Freeride
Elan Nomad
5
Elan Vanguard
6
Stiffness
Elan NomadN/A
Elan VanguardN/A
Versatility
Elan Nomad
8
Elan Vanguard
7
Elan Nomad
Elan Vanguard
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeTwin Tip
Shapeflat
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelAdvanced
MSRP$59.95
MSRP$239
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
181 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
178 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile