Elan ski reviews 2012
One of the original shaped ski innovators, Elan now introduces a twist on rocker design. Amphibio models, featuring a combination early rise/conventional tip, tested well—one model received perfect performance scores, one of the 3 best tests results we've ever seen. Elan should gain momentum on the strength of the Amphibio's.
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Our female test skiers were somewhat disappointed with the Speed Magic.
"Tip deflects and doesn't stay down at speed," according to one.
Another felt that the ski "doesn't hold the carve at the end of the turn."
Yet another commented that "it's not enough ski for the money and does not live up to its name."
The scores are not horrible, but the test skiers expected more performance, especially at high speed.
Overkill? Maybe not in the East.
"Great high performance in all conditions, although 8" + reduce its prowess somewhat."
"Solid and Lively underfoot, does everything well."
"Works for 4-edge skiing despite asymmetry. Suits traditional technique as well. A great ski!"
"Definitely more aggressive than the 12."
Least aggressive member of the 78 series, although the Ti is by no means challenging or daunting. Our skiers preferred the Ti; this non-Ti version is very easy to ski, but is also eminently "out-growable."
Another ski lurking in the gray area in which it might make more sense to demo than to buy.
Formerly known as the Free; updated female-specific companion to Apex.
"Great except at high speeds."
"Good both on the groomed and off. Decent at everything."
A big, burly back country rocker.
"Surprisingly predictable on hard snow" and "great in deep and heavy conditions."
Our testers found it very quick for such a large ski. Demanding, but it delivers in its natural territory.
Diverse opinions; please be sure to demo.
"I love this ski. It does it all really well. Stable at high speeds."
"I own one now!"
vs.
"OK all mountain ski, but not a powder ski, not a charger either."
"Really fun on groomers, not responsive enough off-piste."
Ed. note: Scores, terrain and skill evaluations are from positive reviews
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