Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition vs Elan Ripstick 88
Skis comparison — 2025-2026 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition leans more freeride. They share a flat shape. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition targets expert riders while the Elan Ripstick 88 is aimed at advanced riders.
Ratings
Piste
Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition
7
Elan Ripstick 88
7
Powder
Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition
5
Elan Ripstick 88
5
Freestyle
Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition
5
Elan Ripstick 88
5
Freeride
Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition
6
Elan Ripstick 88
6
Stiffness
Elan Ripstick 102 Black EditionN/A
Elan Ripstick 88N/A
Versatility
Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition
7
Elan Ripstick 88
7
Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition
Elan Ripstick 88
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
TerrainAll Mountain
Shapeflat
Shapeflat
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelAdvanced
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
175 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
175 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Elan Ripstick 88
Elan’s narrower Ripstick. Used 88s get mixed with Ripstick 96 searches — they are not the same ski. Women’s 88 and Tour 88 listings are different buys; inspect edges from on-piste days rather than paying a wider-Ripstick price.