Elan Zeal (2013)
Tester's Review
In a world where some women's skis are still flimsy, foam-cored toothpicks (none reviewed here), the Zeal, with its durable and damp aluminum topsheet, offers a reassuring sturdiness and heft. That doesn't mean it's heavy, but it has the ovaries to battle through crud, slop, and chunder without hesitation. Plus, its smooth, round flex helps it glide on hardpack.
PRICE (MSRP): $700.00
PRICE (MAP): $549.95
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2012/2013 |
| Level | Advanced, Expert |
| MSRP | $700.00 |
| MAP | $549.95 |
| Gender | Female |
| Awards | Official Selection |
| Binding | w/binding |
| Lengths | 152, 159, 168 |
| Waist/Width | 88 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 128-88-108 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.13 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 3.37 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 3.16 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.41 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 2.87 / 5 |
| Rating: Energy/Liveliness | 2.68 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 2.50 / 5 |
| Rating: Versatility | 2.87 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 2.99 / 5 |
