Elan Ripstick 106 vs Elan Saba 117
Skis comparison — 2020-2021 season
How they compare
Both target freeride terrain, while the Elan Ripstick 106 leans more all mountain, while the Elan Saba 117 leans more powder. The Elan Ripstick 106 uses a flat shape while the Elan Saba 117 is twin tip. The Elan Ripstick 106 has a hybrid (rocker/camber) profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the Elan Saba 117 uses rocker (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel).
Ratings
Piste
Elan Ripstick 106
7
Elan Saba 117
2
Powder
Elan Ripstick 106
5
Elan Saba 117
10
Freestyle
Elan Ripstick 106
5
Elan Saba 117
4
Freeride
Elan Ripstick 106
6
Elan Saba 117
6
Stiffness
Elan Ripstick 106N/A
Elan Saba 117N/A
Versatility
Elan Ripstick 106
7
Elan Saba 117
5
Elan Ripstick 106
Elan Saba 117
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
TerrainFreeride, Powder
Shapeflat
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberRocker
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
180 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
177 — 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.