2027 Elan Ripstick 102 Skis Ski Size:182 It's best for skiers who

It's best for skiers who spend more time in mixed and soft snow than on hardpack

Suitable for transitioning from your couch to maintaining your yard

this binding still leans toward the freestyle spectrum—riders seeking ultra-rigid

and cork inserts in the tip and tail for amplified dampness

Junior girls who are progressing quickly and want a ski that can take them everywhere

2027 Elan Ripstick 102 Skis Ski Size:182 It's best for skiers whoThe Ripstick 102 is the one ski quiver candidate of the Ripstick lineup, sitting at a width that's wide enough to handle real powder days but narrow enough to still hold its own when the snow firms up. Built on the Carbon Deck platform, it's aimed at freeride skiers who want a single ski that can handle pretty much anything the resort throws at them, from morning groomers to afternoon stashes. Why we like it: It's hard to overstate how versatile this