Elan Ripstick 108 vs Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
Skis comparison — 2025-2026 season
How they compare
Both skis are designed for all mountain and freeride riding. The Elan Ripstick 108 uses a twin tip shape while the Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition 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.
Ratings
Piste
Elan Ripstick 108
7
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
7
Powder
Elan Ripstick 108
5
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
5
Freestyle
Elan Ripstick 108
6
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
5
Freeride
Elan Ripstick 108
5
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
6
Stiffness
Elan Ripstick 108N/A
Elan Ripstick 96 Black EditionN/A
Versatility
Elan Ripstick 108
8
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
7
Elan Ripstick 108
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
ShapeTwin Tip
Shapeflat
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
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 108
Elan’s wide Ripstick. Used 108s are uncommon and get mixed with Ripstick 106 or 102 listings — those are different skis. Inspect tips and edges; a Black Edition graphic is not the same as a 108.