Elan Ripstick 106 vs Elan Riveter 85 Womens
Skis comparison — 2020-2021 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Elan Ripstick 106 leans more freeride. The Elan Ripstick 106 uses a flat shape while the Elan Riveter 85 Womens is twin tip. 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 106 targets expert riders while the Elan Riveter 85 Womens is aimed at advanced riders.
Ratings
Piste
Elan Ripstick 106
7
Elan Riveter 85 Womens
7
Powder
Elan Ripstick 106
5
Elan Riveter 85 Womens
5
Freestyle
Elan Ripstick 106
5
Elan Riveter 85 Womens
6
Freeride
Elan Ripstick 106
6
Elan Riveter 85 Womens
5
Stiffness
Elan Ripstick 106N/A
Elan Riveter 85 WomensN/A
Versatility
Elan Ripstick 106
7
Elan Riveter 85 Womens
8
Elan Ripstick 106
Elan Riveter 85 Womens
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
TerrainAll Mountain
Shapeflat
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelAdvanced
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
180 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
162 — 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 106
Elan’s 106 Ripstick. Used pairs get mixed with Ripstick 102 and 108 listings — they are not the same ski. Black Edition and women’s 106s are different buys; inspect tips and edges rather than paying a current-108 price.