2026 Elan Ripstick 94 Women's Blem Skis with Salomon Strive 12 Bindings
The 2026 Elan Ripstick 94 Women’s with Salomon Strive 12 Bindings is a lightweight all-mountain setup that delivers an energetic and confident ride across varied terrain. With a 94 mm waist, it walks the line between playful and precise, offering enough float for softer snow and enough edge grip for firm days at the resort. Whether you're skiing wide-open bowls or weaving through tight trees, this ski handles it all with a lively yet composed feel. We paired the ski with the 2025 Salomon Strive 12 GW because of the Strive’s light weight and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a low stand height, closer contact to the snow greatly improves power transmission to the ski and offers exceptional control and technique. Designed to feel lighter and more engaged, the Strive 12 GW enhances performance in all conditions and allows for immediate responsiveness and total control.
Why we like it:
The Ripstick 94 W blends power and agility beautifully. It’s light and easy to maneuver in trees or moguls, but stable enough to open things up when you hit more open terrain.
Who it's for:
Best suited for advanced intermediates to expert skiers who want a true all-mountain daily driver. It’s particularly appealing for western skiers or anyone skiing mixed conditions who values lightweight performance without compromising downhill confidence.
Highlights:
With Elan’s Amphibio rocker profile, the Ripstick 94 W delivers smooth, intuitive turn initiation and strong grip through the carve. The Tubelite Woodcore uses carbon rods to cut weight while enhancing power and responsiveness, and Vapor Tip inserts reduce chatter to keep things calm and smooth in variable snow. It’s a well-balanced build that supports fast skiing without weighing you down.
Things to consider:
For heavier or more aggressive skiers, especially on firm snow, the lightweight feel can get a little lively at speed. These are blem skis, which means you may see minor cosmetic imperfections that don’t affect performance or warranty. For skiers who can look past the finish, this is an opportunity to get a top-tier ski at an unbeatable price.
Fit & sizing considerations:
These ski true to size. If you're after tighter turn shapes and quick maneuverability, consider sizing down; for more confidence at speed or in chopped-up snow, stick with your usual length.
The 2026 Elan Ripstick 94 Women’s with Salomon Strive 12 Bindings is a lightweight all-mountain setup that delivers an energetic and confident ride across varied terrain. With a 94 mm waist, it walks the line between playful and precise, offering enough float for softer snow and enough edge grip for firm days at the resort. Whether you're skiing wide-open bowls or weaving through tight trees, this ski handles it all with a lively yet composed feel. We paired the ski with the 2025 Salomon Strive 12 GW because of the Strive’s light weight and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a low stand height, closer contact to the snow greatly improves power transmission to the ski and offers exceptional control and technique. Designed to feel lighter and more engaged, the Strive 12 GW enhances performance in all conditions and allows for immediate responsiveness and total control.
Why we like it:
The Ripstick 94 W blends power and agility beautifully. It’s light and easy to maneuver in trees or moguls, but stable enough to open things up when you hit more open terrain.
Who it's for:
Best suited for advanced intermediates to expert skiers who want a true all-mountain daily driver. It’s particularly appealing for western skiers or anyone skiing mixed conditions who values lightweight performance without compromising downhill confidence.
Highlights:
With Elan’s Amphibio rocker profile, the Ripstick 94 W delivers smooth, intuitive turn initiation and strong grip through the carve. The Tubelite Woodcore uses carbon rods to cut weight while enhancing power and responsiveness, and Vapor Tip inserts reduce chatter to keep things calm and smooth in variable snow. It’s a well-balanced build that supports fast skiing without weighing you down.
Things to consider:
For heavier or more aggressive skiers, especially on firm snow, the lightweight feel can get a little lively at speed. These are blem skis, which means you may see minor cosmetic imperfections that don’t affect performance or warranty. For skiers who can look past the finish, this is an opportunity to get a top-tier ski at an unbeatable price.
Fit & sizing considerations:
These ski true to size. If you're after tighter turn shapes and quick maneuverability, consider sizing down; for more confidence at speed or in chopped-up snow, stick with your usual length.
Description
The 2026 Elan Ripstick 94 Women’s with Salomon Strive 12 Bindings is a lightweight all-mountain setup that delivers an energetic and confident ride across varied terrain. With a 94 mm waist, it walks the line between playful and precise, offering enough float for softer snow and enough edge grip for firm days at the resort. Whether you're skiing wide-open bowls or weaving through tight trees, this ski handles it all with a lively yet composed feel. We paired the ski with the 2025 Salomon Strive 12 GW because of the Strive’s light weight and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a low stand height, closer contact to the snow greatly improves power transmission to the ski and offers exceptional control and technique. Designed to feel lighter and more engaged, the Strive 12 GW enhances performance in all conditions and allows for immediate responsiveness and total control.
Why we like it:
The Ripstick 94 W blends power and agility beautifully. It’s light and easy to maneuver in trees or moguls, but stable enough to open things up when you hit more open terrain.
Who it's for:
Best suited for advanced intermediates to expert skiers who want a true all-mountain daily driver. It’s particularly appealing for western skiers or anyone skiing mixed conditions who values lightweight performance without compromising downhill confidence.
Highlights:
With Elan’s Amphibio rocker profile, the Ripstick 94 W delivers smooth, intuitive turn initiation and strong grip through the carve. The Tubelite Woodcore uses carbon rods to cut weight while enhancing power and responsiveness, and Vapor Tip inserts reduce chatter to keep things calm and smooth in variable snow. It’s a well-balanced build that supports fast skiing without weighing you down.
Things to consider:
For heavier or more aggressive skiers, especially on firm snow, the lightweight feel can get a little lively at speed. These are blem skis, which means you may see minor cosmetic imperfections that don’t affect performance or warranty. For skiers who can look past the finish, this is an opportunity to get a top-tier ski at an unbeatable price.
Fit & sizing considerations:
These ski true to size. If you're after tighter turn shapes and quick maneuverability, consider sizing down; for more confidence at speed or in chopped-up snow, stick with your usual length.
