Elan Ripstick 96 vs Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
Skis comparison — 2025-2026 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Elan Ripstick 96 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 96 targets advanced riders while the Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition is aimed at expert riders.
Ratings
Piste
Elan Ripstick 96
7
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
7
Powder
Elan Ripstick 96
5
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
5
Freestyle
Elan Ripstick 96
5
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
5
Freeride
Elan Ripstick 96
6
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
6
Stiffness
Elan Ripstick 96N/A
Elan Ripstick 96 Black EditionN/A
Versatility
Elan Ripstick 96
7
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
7
Elan Ripstick 96
Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
Shapeflat
Shapeflat
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)
175 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile