Elan ACE SC9 Shift X

Performance carving skis designed for fast, precise and dynamic skiing on groomed slopes. They combine excellent stability, responsive handling and a sporty character, making them the perfect choice for recreational and sporty skiers looking to improve their technique while enjoying confident, high-performance carving throughout the day.

The Elan ACE SC9 Shift X incorporates technologies found in the more advanced ACE series models. Its Race Frame Woodcore, Active Suspension Drive construction, Mono Ti reinforcement and RST Racing Sidewall work together to deliver quick responsiveness, highly accurate steering and impressive stability. The traditional Camber profile maximizes edge contact with the snow, while the Sintered Race Structured High Speed Gliding Base ensures excellent glide and maintains speed in a wide range of snow conditions.

Who are these skis for?

The Elan ACE SC9 Shift X is designed for recreational and sporty skiers looking for a performance carving ski that combines precision with confidence-inspiring handling. Thanks to its narrow 67 mm waist, it delivers exceptionally quick edge-to-edge transitions and performs best on perfectly groomed pistes.

Ideal for:

sporty skiers
advanced recreational skiers
men and women
fast carving on groomed slopes
short and medium-radius turns
all-day skiing
hard-packed and perfectly groomed snow

On well-prepared slopes, these skis provide excellent control, confidence and an engaging carving experience.

How do the skis perform on the slopes?

The ACE SC9 Shift X feels lively and reacts instantly to every movement. With a 67 mm waist, it belongs among fast edge-to-edge carving skis, allowing rapid transitions and extremely accurate turn control.

The Race Frame Woodcore delivers direct power transmission, while the Mono Ti reinforcement increases torsional rigidity and stability. Active Suspension Drive effectively absorbs vibrations, allowing the skis to remain smooth and composed even during aggressive skiing.

Key on-snow characteristics:

lightning-fast edge-to-edge transitions
highly precise turn control
excellent edge grip
outstanding stability at speed
effective vibration damping
energetic acceleration out of the turn
excellent maneuverability

Understanding the specifications

67 mm Waist Width

A 67 mm waist is typical of high-performance carving skis built for groomed slopes. It provides extremely quick edge changes, exceptional precision and maximum edge engagement throughout every turn.

Benefits of a 67 mm waist:

ultra-fast edge-to-edge transitions
maximum precision
exceptional edge grip
excellent agility
ideal for hard-packed groomed slopes

Turn Radius: 12.7–16.7 m

The medium turn radius allows the skis to perform equally well in dynamic short turns and flowing medium-radius carving turns.

In practice, this means:

easy turn initiation
smooth direction changes
excellent stability
sporty versatility
confident control at higher speeds

Technologies

Active Suspension Drive

Active Suspension Drive combines advanced ski construction with effective vibration damping to improve stability and steering precision.

Benefits:

increased stability
effective vibration reduction
improved control
more precise steering
greater comfort at speed

Camber Profile

The traditional Camber profile keeps the ski edges in constant contact with the snow, maximizing grip, precision and energy transfer.

Benefits:

maximum edge grip
precise carving turns
improved power transfer
outstanding stability
sporty skiing characteristics

Mono Ti

A single Titanal layer increases torsional rigidity, improves stability and effectively reduces vibrations.

Benefits:

increased stability
more precise steering
improved vibration damping
greater confidence at speed
sporty responsiveness

Race Frame Woodcore

Race Frame Woodcore is a performance-oriented wood core designed for rapid response, precise control and efficient energy transfer.

Benefits:

quick response
excellent torsional rigidity
precise energy transfer
outstanding stability
dynamic performance

RST Racing Sidewall

RST Racing Sidewall transfers power directly to the ski edges, maximizing carving precision and edge grip.

Benefits:

more precise steering
faster response
stronger edge grip
greater stability
more efficient power transfer

Sintered Race Structured High Speed Gliding Base

The premium race-structured sintered base delivers outstanding glide, excellent durability and consistently high performance in a variety of snow conditions.

Benefits:

maximum glide speed
excellent wax absorption
long service life
high wear resistance
race-level gliding performance

Shift X

The integrated Shift X plate optimizes power transmission between the boot, binding and ski while allowing the ski to flex naturally.

Benefits:

more efficient power transfer
improved snow feel
greater stability
natural flex
enhanced steering precision

Construction

The ski features an Active Suspension Drive construction built around a Race Frame Woodcore, reinforced with Mono Ti, combined with RST Racing Sidewall technology and a Sintered Race Structured High Speed Gliding Base. The traditional Camber profile maximizes edge contact with the snow, delivering highly accurate carving performance and confident edge control.

The result is a responsive performance ski offering excellent stability, precise steering and a lively feel on groomed slopes.

Binding included

The skis come equipped with the integrated ELX 11.0 GW SHIFT binding featuring a DIN range of 3.5–11. It is compatible with both GripWalk and traditional Alpine ski boots and is suitable for skiers weighing up to 110 kg.

Binding benefits:

included as part of the complete ski package
GripWalk compatible
DIN range 3.5–11
precise power transmission
easy adjustment
reliable performance

Technical specifications

Intended use: Men's / Unisex
Ski category: All Mountain / All Round
Skier level: Recreational, Sport
Recommended terrain: Groomed slopes
Color: Black, Grey, Silver
Construction: Active Suspension Drive, Mono Ti, Race Frame Woodcore, RST Racing Sidewall, Sintered Race Structured High Speed Gliding Base
Core: Race Frame Woodcore
Profile: Camber
Plate: Shift X
Dimensions: 114–67–100 mm
Turn radius:
- 12.7 m (149 cm)
- 13.5 m (155 cm)
- 14.3 m (161 cm)
- 15.1 m (167 cm)
- 15.9 m (173 cm)
- 16.7 m (179 cm)
Available lengths: 149 / 155 / 161 / 167 / 173 / 179 cm
Binding: ELX 11.0 GW SHIFT, B78
DIN range: 3.5–11
Maximum recommended skier weight: 110 kg
Manufacturer code: ABCMZE26
Product code: N26000774

Why choose the Elan ACE SC9 Shift X?

The Elan ACE SC9 Shift X is the perfect choice for skiers looking for fast, precise and sporty carving skis for everyday use on groomed slopes. Thanks to its narrow waist, premium wood core and advanced technologies, it delivers exceptional agility, outstanding edge grip and excellent stability even at higher speeds.

The combination of the Race Frame Woodcore, Mono Ti reinforcement and Active Suspension Drive creates a perfectly balanced performance ski that appeals to ambitious recreational skiers as well as sporty riders looking for maximum precision without the demanding nature of a full race ski.

Key reasons to choose this model:

performance carving skis for groomed slopes
Race Frame Woodcore for fast response and maximum precision
Mono Ti reinforcement for greater stability and torsional rigidity
Active Suspension Drive for effective vibration damping
RST Racing Sidewall for maximum power transfer
Camber profile for outstanding edge grip
race-structured sintered base for exceptional glide
integrated ELX 11.0 GW SHIFT binding included
lightning-fast edge-to-edge transitions thanks to the 67 mm waist
ideal for sporty carving on perfectly groomed pistes

Procut classification

For whom:

Men's/Unisex

Type of skis:

All Mountain/All Round

Type of skier:

Recreational, Sports

Type of ski slope:

Adjusted

Color:

Black, Gray, Silver

Core type:

Wooden core

Ski width under bindings:

64 - 75 mm

Radius:

Medium (14-17m), Short (10-14 m)

Including binding:

Yes

Binding up to - kg:

110 kg

Technologies

Active Suspension Drive

Camber Profil

Mono Ti

Race Frame Woodcore

RST Racing Sidewall

Sintered Race Structured High Speed Gliding Base

Shift X

Technical description

Profile

Camber

Core

Race Frame Woodcore

Construction

Active Suspension Drive, Mono Ti, Race Frame Woodcore, RST Sidewall (Racing Sidewall Technology), Sintered Race Structured High Speed Gliding Base

Pad

Shift X

DIN/Adjustment Range

3.5 - 11 (ELX 11.0 GW SHIFT)

Parameters

114 - 67 - 100 mm

radius

12.7 m (149 cm), 13.5 m (155 cm), 14.3 m (161 cm), 15.1 m (167 cm), 15.9 m (173 cm), 16.7 m (179 cm)

Length

149/155/161/167/173/179

Recommended binding

ELX 11.0 GW SHIFT, B78

Product code

ABCMZE26 (ELX 11.0 GW SHIFT)

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Elan ACE SC9 Shift X