evo.com | Elan Skis > A confident frontside ski without the "rough edges" of some metal-laden performance carvers, the Elan Ripstick 88 Skis are fan favorites for their predictable and dependable turn initiation and follow through. Sporting Elan's proven Amphibio profile - assymmetrical camber in the left and right skis - the Ripstick 88 engages the turn like a champ without the hooky feeling you hate. We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width. Amphibio Profile The Amphibio profile is a revolutionary ski design that integrates both rocker and camber profiles into dedicated left and right skis. Amphibio skis feature a cambered inside edge assuring precision, edge grip, and stability while a rockered outside edge provides forgiveness, turning ease and smooth transitions. Tubelite Wood Core To create the TubeLite Wood Core, two super lightweight Carbon tubes are inserted into a lightweight laminated wood core. Measuring 5mm in diameter and hollow in their construction, these tubes run along 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. SST (Slanted Sidewall Technology) Sidewall Construction The SST Sidewall Construction provides quick, nimble and direct power transmission from the ski to snow as well as providing exceptional torsional rigidity. Carbon Deck Technology A construction using Elan's TubeLite Woodcore, Carbon Rods, UD Carbon, and Flax Fiber in a carefully prescribed layup for a combination of power and versatility | Elan Ripstick 88 Skis 2027 - 168