Elan Ripstick 106 Skis

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Backcountry Skiing Canada reviewed the Elan Ripstick 106 Skis so watch the video and check out the full review on our site.

[@872521]

excellent video. 2 of my pals use them and say the same. 1 word from a salesman - ditch the mirror sunglasses. People like to see eyes...

[@Backcountryskiingcanada]

Glad it worked for you. I hear you on the shades, it limits stalkers though :)

[@bugslinger77]

Where did you get black 106's?

[@qcwallace]

those are the prototypes and the ones you could try on demo days before they were sold

[@PDManseau]

You mention they ski short, did you actually measure straight tape?

[@Backcountryskiingcanada]

I was referring to the fact that the 181cm skis were a little short for me as I am 6'1" and prefer a ski that is around 185cm.

[@PDManseau]

I completely understand that as I am about 6' and prefer a mid 180s ski. I was just curious as I know certain skis measure shorter than their pronounced length. I have Bonafides in 180 but they are about 177 I know the Atomic Backland 189 measures 185 or there about. I am looking for a touring ski that is mid 180s... but am stuck with many brands making a 181 and a 187/188. I live in the east coast and there are some rather tight zones.

[@Backcountryskiingcanada]

ah, now I understand. Always nice when a ski length is actually the same as advertised on the top sheet. The Ripsticks measured true, at least the pair I have, but these are prototypes​ so hopefully it is true for the production runs as well.

[@PickledShark]

Blister’s review measured shorter than printed

[@maxheadroom1837]

Are those water skis?

[@Backcountryskiingcanada]

Not quite but almost. 106cm underfoot is pretty perfect for pow days.

[@maxdad05]

sell me those for 520

[@Backcountryskiingcanada]

They are worth a little more than that!