The 2027 Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition with Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Bindings is the muscled-up version of the line's all-mountain everyman. It adds Elan's Quadrod system and C-Ply carbon frame to the Carbon Deck platform, bringing real stability and damping without surrendering the light, energetic feel the standard Ripstick is built on. We paired the Ripstick 96 Black Edition with the Tyrolia Attack 14 GW because of the Attack’s light weight, reliability, and ease-of-use for all mountain and freeride skiers. Additionally, ample elastic travel and direct power transmission function to ensure these bindings cater perfectly to the needs of demanding freeriders.

Why we like it:

You feel the Black Edition difference right away: meaningfully more composure at speed and through chop, with hardly any weight gain. If you have always liked the Ripstick idea but wished for a bit more authority, this is the version to ski.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert skiers who want a versatile all-mountain ski with more muscle than the standard Ripstick. It is best for those who push the pace and want stability and damping a step past what a typical non-metal ski offers.

Highlights:

What makes the Black Edition work is that it adds authority without burying the things people like about the 96. The Quadrod system swaps the standard pair of carbon rods for four, sharpening torsional rigidity and edge precision, and the C-Ply carbon frame stiffens the structure right where it counts. Underneath it all the Tubelite woodcore still sets the foundation, so even at a 96 mm waist with the extra carbon, the ski stays light and lively rather than dead underfoot. With a low stand height of just 17 millimeters, the 2027 Tyrolia Attack 14 offers an impressively close connection to the snow, delivering precise power transmission and a confident, locked-in feel. The FR Pro3 toe piece allows for a full 180 degrees of boot release, enhancing safety in a variety of fall scenarios, while the AFS (Anti-Friction Slider) ensures reliable re-centering and consistent release characteristics. Built to withstand hard use, the Attack 14 combines durability with performance, making it a go-to option for aggressive skiers who demand trust in their gear.

Things to consider:

If you want an easier, more forgiving ride, the standard Ripstick 96 is the better call. This one is built to be pushed; it rewards strong, active skiing rather than coasting.

Fit & sizing considerations:

True to length. Heavier or harder-charging skiers can add a size for stability, while lighter or more measured skiers can drop one.