Elan Ripstick Tour 104 Flat Skis 2022-2023

Developing a signature model ski with world-famous freeskiing legend Glen Plake was an honor. Plake is among the best freeskiers in the world and knows what skiing represents, which is why we broke the mold to create something worthy of wearing Plake’s name. The Ripstick Tour 104 chassis is 104 mm underfoot and utilizes ground breaking carbon construction, to achieve what was believed to be an illusion; the perfect blend of freeride power and touring agility. Packed with lightweight carbon and Carbon Bridge Technology, it merges mind-blowing downhill performance with lightweight uphill capability. Plake’s signature model was tested and confirmed with our C-RAIDER 12 tech bindings that are known for being strong, reliable, and lightweight, at just a mohawk-hair over 300 g. To complete the package, the Ripstick Tour 104 hybrid skins made with a mix of 65 % Mohair and 35 % nylon to achieve the perfect glide and grip ratio to support the ski in all situations. From the Alps of Europe to California’s Sierra Nevada, Glen’s ski is the choice for any freeskier seeking legendary performance and punk rock style.

Features

• Best Deep Snow Performance
• Best Flotation
• Smooth Turn Entry & Exit
• Playful Rebound
• Light Weight
• Carbon, Fiberglass
• Tubelite Woodcore
• Carbon Bridge Technology
• 360° Sidewall

Product Details

•  Rocker Type: 
  Amphibio – Revolutionary ski design that integrates both rocker and camber profiles into dedicated left and right skis. Amphibio skis features a cambered inside edge assuring precision, edge grip and stability – while a rockered outside edge provides forgiveness, turning ease and smooth transitions. 
  Rocker Camber Rocker– Gradual rise to the tip for great versatility in all conditions, with a short, low rise in the tail for added control variable snow.Early Rise– The tip and tail lift away from the snow to bring the contact points closer to the center of the ski. This increases a ski’s lift in deep snow and allows it to engage more quickly on hardpack when rolled over on edge.

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•  Core: 
  Tubelite Wood Core – Two super lightweight Carbon tubes are inserted into a lightweight laminated wood core. These tubes run the length of the ski following the arc of the side cut. They provide torsional stability and powerful rebound while allowing for material reduction of the core. The result is incredible lightweight response and stability. 
  Power Woodcore– Features a power-frame composed of poplar that is vertically connected to laminates, a structure that provides increased torsional stability and responsiveness. This composite construction delivers enhanced edge hold in the tip and tail areas and a uniform flex throughout the length of the ski.Laminated Woodcore– Extremely responsive and highly durable wood core.Synflex–

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