Innovation & Design

Innovation & Design

Innovation & Design
Reading Time 7 Minutes

Carving (r)evolution

Charles H. Duell, a senior official in the U.S. Patent Office, claimed in 1899 that everything that should have been invented had already been invented. It would be interesting to observe this gentleman if he were alive today. He would not believe his eyes, but most of all he would be horrified at the extent of his error.

Innovation & Design
Reading Time 6 Minutes

Let it rip

Believe it or not, the emergence of fat skis can be traced back to the late eighties when heli-skiing operations were looking for ways to make powder skiing easier for guests who were embarking on the adventure of a lifetime.

Innovation & Design
Reading Time 6 Minutes

Make the mountain a playground

Handcrafted in the Slovenian Alps, validated in North America, and designed to deliver a surfy and playful feel, Elan’s all new Playmaker opens a new chapter with skiers that bring creativity and style to all aspects of the mountain.