Elan Pioneer 96 vs Elan Playmaker 101
Skis comparison — 2024-2025 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Elan Playmaker 101 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 Pioneer 96
7
Elan Playmaker 101
7
Powder
Elan Pioneer 96
5
Elan Playmaker 101
5
Freestyle
Elan Pioneer 96
6
Elan Playmaker 101
6
Freeride
Elan Pioneer 96
5
Elan Playmaker 101
5
Stiffness
Elan Pioneer 96N/A
Elan Playmaker 101N/A
Versatility
Elan Pioneer 96
8
Elan Playmaker 101
8
Elan Pioneer 96
Elan Playmaker 101
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainAll Mountain, Freestyle / Park
ShapeTwin Tip
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelAdvanced
MSRPN/A
MSRP$699.99
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
180 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile