SE. Those are the two skis I was leaning towards and I guess I'll have to decide how much I want to tone things down. How would you compare the Ripstick 88 to the Head Kore 93s? This will be a big adjustment in width for me. Hi Martin! I have the Ripstick 88s in 179cm. Have fun! View original item. I'd still look wider, also check out the Blizzard Rustler/Sheeva 9 or the Salomon QST 92. I am 184cm (~6 foot one) and 92kg (~200 pounds). Groomers and Chop/Crud. The SST Construction provides quick, nimble and direct power transmission from the ski to snow as well as providing exceptional torsional rigidity. Any advice would be greatly appreciated and thanks again for the best reviews and advice online! Hi Daphne! Elan's use of the carbon tubes that run the length of the ski makes them impressively stable and damp for their weight. It can be tossed around and played on, but it can also hold an edge through a carve and can handle some high speeds too. I love to carve hard and really drive the ski when in piste. Available Lengths: 167, 174, 181, 188 cm. hi im 5'8" 163lbs male 48 years old intermediate skier stuggling to decide between 158 or 165 for the ripstick 88 please advise. Have fun! You've got some really good deals on last year's ski so what would I get by paying more for the newer technology in the 88? The Elan Ripstick 88 is a fantastic ski for the strong intermediate to advanced skier who spends most of their time on trail, but will head off when the conditions are right. thanks Chairlift Chat is the official blog of Skiessentials.com. Have fun! In terms of sizing, I'd go with the 177/179. I would like to know how the Elan Ripstick 88 compares to the Blizzard Brahma or the K2 Mindbender 90 ti. I've also looked at the Nordica Enforcer/Navigators as well as the Wingman. This favorite from last year got a major construction overhaul to make it lighter underfoot while boosting its overall performance. I'm 220 pounds and I could overpower it, but it was so much fun in the bumps and trees, and the tail was grippy, so I was pretty impressed. I'm an advanced intermediate skier, 56, 5'11", 170, skiing in the East (Vermont, Quebec). If you like the way the Soul flexes into the turn, the Ripstick is a similar feel, but it is so much quicker and more responsive. Thanks again! The local boot fitter recommended the Ripstick 96. The Kore is too stiff, I think. I think you're right on the money. I'd say for you, the Ripstick models are on the lighter side while the QST, Ranger, and Rustler might be a better weight to match your confidence. SE. If I got it right would you say they'd be slightly less nimble but hold up a bit better to hard charging (but I could be wrong!)? Blister’s Measured Tip-to-Tail Length: 177.4 cm. I think you're in the right place with the ~88 skis without metal. In terms of sizing, I'd look to the mid-170's for you and the high 160's to low 170's for her. The end result is an extremely lightweight high performace ski with exceptional power, dampness and stability. The Enforcer is more like a Porsche, while the Elan is kind of in the high-end Lexus range. 184 is just fine, but too long for for trees and bumps. Hansjorg, Hi Paul! Maybe you'll want something heavier, maybe you'll want something with less rocker. In terms of sizing, I'd say that 169 in the 92 is good while the BP is kind of stuck between the 167 and the 173. I would like to get your advice. Jeff is a 179 cm skier and Glen's a 186. Of those, the Rustler is the only one with a metal (albeit partial) laminate, so expect a firmer ride versus the QST and Ranger which focus more on carbon and other materials to do the heavy lifting. the 158 ripstick come to the tip of my nose. I'm 52, 5'9" 210 advanced skier. 2020 Elan Ripstick 88 Skis 179. 17, Radius (m) I'm an intermediate - advanced level skier (on the East coast) that spends roughly 90% of my time on groomers. It also occurred to me the QST Lux 92 may be an option for my wife too. If you're toning down the speed and skiing with kids more, I think that Elan is the better tool for your application. I'd like to find a ski that are: Love the groomers but need something wider underfoot for the BC powder days and we've had a lot this winter!! Hope that helps! The Wingman is a great ski and worthy of consideration, but the Navigator has had great success over the years. Again, skiing is supposed to be fun, and the Ripstick 88 will remind you how much fun you can have on a pair of skis. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Versus the Cassiar, the Elan and Blizzard are a bit more playful while the DPS has more of a carving mentality. Condition: Used. Fiberglass reinforcement optimizes the flex pattern and enhances torsional rigidity of the ski. The Bushwacker has flat carbon laminates while the Ripstick has carbon tubes. I am an East Coast skier, advanced skill level, 5'11". Have fun! Looking for Some Guidance? Probably 60% of the time on piste, 40% in glades and bumps. The Ripstick 88 from Elan provides tremendous all-mountain versatility for a whole slew of different skiers. Hope that helps! JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Elan Ripstick 96. I've been looking at the Ripstick 88 and last year's Ripstick 86. The result is incredible lightweight response and stability. The all-new Ripstick 88 W features the same technology and construction as the Ripstick 94 W, but thanks to a slimmer bod she’s even more agile and maneuverable. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. I tend to ski pretty aggressively on groomers, and slow and relaxed in bumps and trees. If you're looking for a better softer snow performance, the QST is fantastic. Skis Size: Pick Boots Size: 24 viewed per day. For a bit more performance, the Ripstick is super-fun. How do My skiing style over the years has been fairly aggressive and I enjoy skiing fast although I would have to admit I'm not the speed demon I was a few years ago, plus I ski with the kids fairly often which keeps me on the blues or easy blacks when with them. I’m at a standstill on which ski to buy between the Ripstick 88 and the Rustler 9 . For your wife, I'd recommend going with the 88's--the Rossi is a bit more demanding and will bite, but will also offer a greater return on investment in terms of performance. I currently ski on a Atomic Vantage 90cti 169cm (with Nordica Promachine 110 boots) but they seem to ski just a bit short for me. Take care! Thanks. I ski in Big Sky MT exclusively. You won't get the same stability at speed, but if that's a compromise you're willing to make for maneuverability and mogul performance, then I certainly think the Ripstick is a better option. I have been sifting through the tons of information and think I've narrowed things down enough but would just appreciate a final bit of advice. As a true all-mountain ski, the completely redesigned Ripstick 88 is the missing link between on and off piste and addresses the needs of skiers who prefer a smooth yet forgiving ride. Looking for something to 'play' and cruise on piste with, varied turns, little jumps, occasional hard carving. i did demo the wingman 86cti in a 172 but they felt way to long. Also appreciate a rec on length if you could? Hope that helps! Closer to the K2 than the Brahma in terms of performance. Optimizing the combo of Elan’s unique Amphibio profile this narrower Ripstick is agile, smooth and easy to ski. We've already looked at a lot of 2020 skis that fall into this category, and there are some impressive new contenders like the Kendo 88 and Enforcer 88. 57 years old. Thank you for the reply. I have been reading all of your reviews and love what you do for consumers of the sport. Not quite as good. Elan essentially took the design and construction of the wider Ripstick models, which carry over from 2019, and put it into this new Ripstick 88. On the guy's side, look to the Mindbender 90 Ti. Make sure this fits by entering your model number. I'm 5'5" and 145 lbs. Let me add that the ski was a dream on soft snow and its stability on piste despite its low weight and fun factor is something I value above all else so wouldn't want to compromise toooo much when looking at skis with metal - just wondering if there is something out there that comes close? Appreciate your help!! I am skiing on a K2 84ti and a Brahma 88, I like them both. I'm 6/2 220 and my initial impression of the Ripstick 88, before I skied it, was that it wouldn't hold up to my weight and aggressive skiing style. Elan 2020 Ripstick 88 Skis (179 cm) Visit the Elan Store. In reading so many of your reviews of many skis I have come to the Ripstick 88 but I am not sure if at my weight and Midwest skiing if this is the right choice.