Elan Ripstick 88 vs Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition
Skis comparison — 2025-2026 season
How they compare
Both skis are designed for all mountain riding. The Elan Ripstick 88 uses a flat shape while the Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition 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 88 targets advanced riders while the Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition is aimed at expert riders.
Ratings
Piste
Elan Ripstick 88
7
Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition
7
Powder
Elan Ripstick 88
5
Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition
5
Freestyle
Elan Ripstick 88
5
Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition
6
Freeride
Elan Ripstick 88
6
Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition
5
Stiffness
Elan Ripstick 88N/A
Elan Wingman 86 Black EditionN/A
Versatility
Elan Ripstick 88
7
Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition
8
Elan Ripstick 88
Elan Wingman 86 Black Edition
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainAll Mountain
Shapeflat
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelExpert
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
175 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
174 — 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.