The Ripstick 94 W is the do-everything Ripstick in the women's lineup, with a width that splits the difference between carving and flotation. It's built on the Carbon Deck platform and tuned with a softer flex and lighter weight than the unisex Ripsticks, which makes it more accessible for a wider range of skiers without losing the energy that's made the Ripstick line so popular.

Why we like it:

The light swing weight is what stands out first. Elan has always built genuinely lightweight skis without making them feel flimsy, and the 94 W carries that tradition forward beautifully. Combined with the Carbon Deck build, the ski feels eager and energetic without ever asking the skier to muscle it around.

Who it's for:

Intermediate through expert women skiers looking for a versatile all-mountain ski that handles groomers, mixed snow, and the occasional powder day with equal confidence. A great choice for skiers who want energy and rebound without the weight penalty of a metal ski.

Highlights:

Carbon Deck Technology is the big story across the Ripstick line, and it translates particularly well into the women's builds. The Tubelite woodcore is naturally light and lively, and Elan layers in carbon rods and UD carbon edge bands to add stability and edge precision without piling on weight. There's also a Flax fibre layer that does a quietly excellent job of smoothing out vibrations and chatter, which makes the ski feel more composed in variable conditions than its weight would suggest. The Amphibio profile is Elan's signature shape, with rocker on the outside edge for easy turn initiation and camber on the inside edge for grip when you commit to a turn; it sounds gimmicky but it really does work, especially for skiers who want a ski that's easy to start a turn on but still holds an edge once committed. SST slanted sidewalls direct power straight to the edge, and the sintered base keeps you moving on the flats.

Things to consider:

At 94 underfoot the ski leans slightly toward the carving end of the all-mountain spectrum, so if you're skiing primarily soft snow or chasing storm days, the Ripstick 100 W or 106 W will give you noticeably better float. The flex is on the softer side compared to the unisex version, so very strong, aggressive skiers may prefer something with more backbone.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Skis true to size. If you're between sizes and want a quicker, livelier feel for trees and bumps, size down; if you ski faster and want more stability, size up.