Aggressive Precision Meets All-Mountain Freedom – The High-Performance Flagship for Expert Skiers
The Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition in 189 cm is the ultimate tool for expert skiers who demand uncompromising power, speed, and precision across the entire mountain. This flagship model takes Elan’s award-winning Ripstick platform and supercharges it with Black Edition upgrades—including dual carbon rods and Carbon Line Technology—to deliver unmatched edge hold, damping, and responsiveness at high speeds and in variable conditions.
Built with Elan’s unique Amphibio profile, the Ripstick 96 Black Edition combines rocker and camber in a dedicated left/right ski design—giving you razor-sharp grip on your inside edges and effortless turn initiation on the outside. The addition of QuadRod Reinforcement (two carbon rods in the tip and tail, and two additional rods over the edges) boosts torsional stiffness and delivers lightning-fast response with a silky-smooth ride. The TubeLite woodcore, crafted from lightweight and responsive wood, keeps things agile while handling aggressive descents with confidence.
At 189 cm, this ski is designed for strong, high-level skiers who want maximum stability, longer turns, and top-end performance in everything from steep hardpack to variable back bowls.
Features:
Length: 189 cm – Ideal for tall, powerful expert skiers or those who prefer long-radius stability
96 mm waist width – A versatile platform for hardpack, soft snow, and mixed terrain
Amphibio profile – Rocker/camber blend with inside/outside edge differentiation for precision and flow
Black Edition construction – Premium carbon reinforcement and refined build quality
QuadRod Carbon Technology – Four carbon rods strategically placed for added response and edge hold
Carbon Line Technology – Full-length carbon reinforcement for increased torsional stiffness
TubeLite woodcore – Lightweight, energetic, and damp
SST sidewalls – Direct energy transmission and durability
Turn radius (189 cm): ~19.4 m – Suited for long, fast, and stable carving
For elite-level skiers who want to push boundaries on every run, the Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition in 189 cm offers world-class power, edge precision, and an unmatched carbon-tuned feel—anywhere on the mountain.
