The Elan Wingman 82 Ti with ELX 11.0 GW bindings is an all-mountain demo ski built to handle everything from groomed pistes to mixed snow. These test skis come pre-mounted with reliable GripWalk-compatible bindings, so you can hit the slopes right away and explore a range of conditions without swapping gear.
Featuring an 82 mm waist and a Ti-reinforced core, the Wingman 82 Ti strikes a balance between agility and stability. The relatively narrow profile lets you carve crisply on hardpack, while the titanium layer dampens chatter at higher speeds. Sidecut dimensions of 129/82/112 mm promote smooth turn initiation and controlled exits, so you’ll find yourself linking quick slalom-style turns or sweeping through longer arcs with confidence.
In ski design, the turn radius—14.3 meters at 172 cm length—indicates how the ski naturally curves: a 14.3 m radius suits medium-sized turns, offering a blend of quick responsiveness and steady tracking. The sidecut measurements (tip/waist/tail) describe the ski’s hourglass shape, which directly influences how sharply it can pivot and how firmly it holds an edge.
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