Slovenia, or the cradle of skiing, is the promised land of the Elan brand. The conditions are perfect in this part of the Eastern Alps where the playground cannot be closer. Founded nearly 80 years ago, this Slovenian brand has always aimed to be a pioneer and a founder of values and innovations. Take the opportunity to discover a wide range of ski touring equipment to complete your gear.
Skiing is meant to be shared, and to keep it that way, we must preserve the environment in which we practice it, and Elan understands this well. With its generational experience, Elan possesses a unique artisanal know-how from the design to the manufacturing of your skis, all in one place: Bejunge.

Elan also considers its supply chain by using products from Europe and always aims to offer the best, in a genuine eco-responsible selection.


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Sustainability at the heart of the Elan brand

When we talk about sustainability, we think about the choice of materials used. Having a material that is both strong and does not harm nature while offering optimal performance is the challenge that Elan has taken on by emphasizing the use of eco-responsible natural materials and products made from recycled materials.

The brand has carefully selected its suppliers, providing 99% of its raw materials from Europe, nearly 70% from within a 400km radius of the country, and even 1/5th of the raw material coming directly from Slovenia. By integrating more and more outdoor products that respect the environment, Elan meets the needs of a clientele concerned about its ecological impact.

The Slovenian brand is already well committed to managing its supplies but wants to go further, especially in design. Indeed, the brand is artisanal in the noble sense of the term, meaning it manufactures its skis by hand. Yes, it still exists, and it happens at Elan.



The balance sheets are green

The know-how is passed down from generation to generation, and employees are seen as family within the family. According to them, this is also what it means to be sustainable: taking care of their collaborators.

All of this contributes to the development of the Slovenian economy, which benefits from this knowledge and its innovations in skiing. There is a genuine desire for growth and respect for the planet and the local environment. Elan also actively participates in the development of Slovenian projects to give a boost to those in need. The brand also offers a fair trade selection that promotes responsible consumption.

To confirm its commitment, Elan is powered 100% by renewable energy and is continuously evolving to be closer to reality and nature.

A vision shared by Elan athletes

A vision is meant to be shared and it evolves. This is exactly what Elan has established with its athletes who glide under the brand, a true sharing of knowledge and implementation of actions that truly impact, a glass of courage that hydrates the world.

An exchange takes place between the feedback from athletes' expeditions and meetings with scientists on the road. Particularly in the most remote areas of the world where ice melting and climate change are major issues. The brand acts wherever it can, and if it cannot, it will find a way to do so; this is the mindset of the Elan family. To complete your gear for your outings, remember to check our selection of ski touring equipment and don't forget the essentials ski brakes to combine safety and performance.

SKIING FOR GOOD

"When I climb a mountain, I am fully aware that every part of my equipment has left a footprint during production. Just as I draw two parallel lines that slowly extend with each step. That's how it is; all living beings leave their traces throughout their lives," explains Rok Rozman.


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Discover the sustainable ski touring range from the Elan brand

The RIPSTICK TOUR ski range

The Ripstick Tour 88

The Ripstick Tour 88 ski combines lightness, performance in powder, and stability in variable conditions, thus allowing a reinvention of equipment for freeriding. The Ripstick Tour 88 has optimal sidecut lines to provide confidence in descent without compromising the necessary comfort for long technical ascents. The use of CARBON BRIDGE technology and its unique carbon reinforcement optimizes the ski's energy for a soft snow feel and playful rebound. This ski with a modern freeride shape offers an ideal weight/performance ratio for all skiers, regardless of the conditions encountered in the mountains.

STRENGTHS:

  • High performance on the ascent
  • Excellent grip
  • Fluid entry and exit from turns
  • Playful flex
  • Lightweight

The Ripstick Tour 94

Combining skiability and lightness in ski design is an art. This know-how is the heritage of Elan. Developed in partnership with the brand's athletes and high mountain guides, the Ripstick Tour 94 exceeds all expectations in terms of weight/performance ratio. The ski is perfectly stable, dynamic, easy to turn, and meets the demands of lightness to seek the best lines to ski. With 94 mm underfoot and Carbon Bridge technology, we achieve an ultralight construction combined with extraordinary skiability. It is now possible to engage in descent without being limited in ascent!

STRENGTHS:

  • Unmatched ascent/descent performance
  • Best grip/floatation combination
  • Versatile in entry and exit from turns
  • Playful flex
  • Lightweight

These two touring skis are part of Elan's sustainable approach:

- 100% green energy electricity in the production process.
- Over 70% of the ski volume is made from natural and recycled materials.
- Environmentally friendly printing technology. The graphics are produced using environmentally friendly digital printing technology and VOC-free.


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