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Elan produce some really well built advanced skis (incidentally – well worth checking out the videos on the Elan website). 
Model: Elan Magfire 12 Fusion
Size(cm) / Radius(m): 160/14.4 168/16.1 176/17.9 184/19.8
Sidecut : 116-76-102 Manufacturer's Description: "This line calls for the most demanding skiers who are expecting nothing but the best from their skiing experience. Designed for high performance all-mountain skiers, looking for versatility and power all in the same package." Ski-Review’s verdict: You can gauge the quality at work here just by picking up this ski. Not the stiffest ski in the world but the flex pattern is enjoyable and there is plenty of snap.
Along with the ski itself, we had a brand new pair of the integrated Magfire 12 Ti Fusion bindings -- what a dream these are to fit. So simple and a standard that has left most others looking like a rubix cube by comparison.
On the slopes, the best thing about these skis is the depth of grip they offer. I was late for a rendezvous and had to run down a slope I usually try to avoid (ice, rollers jam-packed with beginners) but this time, I happily dropped down without a care -- listening to the birds and whistling the latest euro-pop song as I weaved around the resort clientele on a whim. Epic. Elsewhere, the Magfires' bulldozed through anything soft and crud or anything similar was hardly noticable if you had your eyes closed. If you are feeling lazy midway through a groomer, lean back and the ski will morph into a stiff tailed slalom ski and wake you up. A waist of 76 with a tip and tail of 116 and 102 respectively these are seriously versatile across the whole mountain, with a semi twin tip to boot. Elan have positioned these in a spot which many other manufacturers are trying to fill in today’s market – slalom sidecuts with all mountain overall geometry. As the day progressed we got bumps – with me at just under 6 foot and not renowned for my appetite I found the 168 too short and the recipient of some nasty jolts. Compared with the Elan Magfire 10, the 12 is just very similar however a little more suited to the more powerful skier, so throw the 10 to your Dad!
Conclusion
All mountain, and if you can't sell these you need to reassess your career choice.
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extremealpine
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2006-03-14 20:59:50
Rush in to the store & buy pair of those! Fantastic skis! ELAN rules!!! | The Perfect ski for me
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2006-06-04 07:04:30
I spent most of last winter demoing skis at various northamerican mountains, trying to find a pair to replace my old skis. I must have used 30 pairs looking for the right combo. When I tried the Magfires, I didn't want to take them out, as I knew nothing about the manufacturer, but they were the only ones in my size... I loved them - bought a pair that evening as soon as I got back in from the slopes. Took me about 2 hours to realise that they had everything I needed in a ski - confident and quick on the groomers - wide enough at the waist to go off piste, and stiff enough at the tail to get decent slalom work together... Oh yeah, and the semi twin tip had me skiing backward intentionally on the first day out...proof that you can after all teach an old dog at least some new tricks.
Skier profile - Middle 30s, comfortable black diamond skier. Likes faster groomers and playing off piste - occasional jumps. 5'11" / 230 lbs | vs ac3
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2006-09-25 17:49:19
I have an opportunity to buy these for short money. I was going to buy Volkl AC3s but these seem to be a great choice. I'm 6'3 and 240lbs. I ski mostly in the East but may head out West as well.
Any opinions on this ski vs the Volkl ac3? | Sweet Ski
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2006-11-02 22:41:37
I have been riding these skis last year after I demo'ed quite a few other pairs. I can't say enough about them to anyone who will listen. At the price they are terrific quality. On the hill the do fine on the groomers or the ice. In the pow they are great. There is no sacrifice in this ski. My home hill usually has the deepest base in Canada (Mt. Washington) and dumps of 1 to 3 feet are the norm. A true fat ski would certainly make it easier, but if you can only afford to buy one arrow for your quiver then the Mag 12 is the choice. | Help choosing skis
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2007-02-20 21:00:52
I'm looking for a good all around ski for the East coast, I'm looking at the Rossignol Bandit B2's and multiple others, and suggestions on which I should get? | Former racer turned bump skier
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2007-03-18 01:33:56
I have been a devoted Elan skier for 30 years(since the days of Ingmar Stenmark). I was a serious racer and I always bought their gs skis and was a devoted fanatic! This year after getting in the best shape of my life I decided to try an all mountain ski so I could attack the bumps. I love these skis - they are stable at speed, great for mogul bashing, cut crud with ease and float through the powder. I would buy them again in a heartbeat!! | LOOKING FOR GOOD ALL MOUNTAIN/TOURNING S
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2007-09-01 02:01:33
Rossignol B3 or Elan Magfire 12???? | Excellent Ski
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2007-12-21 01:37:22
Demo'd these last year to see the difference between a mid fat and my Dynastar SkiCross 9's, which I loved. Key word loved, as I no longer have them because I bought the Mags. I've never been this comfortable on a ski. Can't say enough about them, in any condition. Just an absolutely fantastic ski. (Ski in the East, Agressive Intermediate, 5'10", 190#, have the 168's) | Not sure on the 12s, but I love my 10s.
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2008-02-06 14:24:59
I’m a huge fan of the Magfire 10s, and just bought a pair this past weekend. I’m 6 foot 1 (200lbs), and an intermediate that can comfortably get down most blues or blacks at Taos (1 visit), but spend more time in the east. I decided on the 168 since I’m not really a speed guy. I can’t say enough good things about this ski, light and relatively stiff, and a great carver. I really haven’t had problems with these at high speeds, and unless that’s your thing, I would stick with the 10s, although the 12s probably are an unbelievable ski also! | Best All-Mountain for West
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2008-07-19 00:49:11
I have a pair of 12's that I use when I'm skiing Alta. They handle an unbelievable amount of steep and deep for such a narrow waisted ski These skis love powder push through crude without the slightest chatter and are "OK" on hardpack but as heavy 230lbs as I am I find the mag10's much better on the hardpacked Eastern hills |
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