Armada ARV 116 JJ UL Skis 2026

The Armada ARV 116 JJ UL is a 175 cm freeride ski built around a 116 mm waist, designed to balance deep-snow float with a genuinely lightweight feel suited to backcountry touring objectives. Its Caruba wood core is Armada's lightest wood species, chosen specifically to reduce swing weight without sacrificing the dampness and power needed for demanding descents. A directional fiberglass Laminate Matrix governs flex pattern and torsional rigidity, producing a lively yet forgiving response, while the AR75 Sidewall construction (75% sidewall, 25% cap) improves edge pressure underfoot and keeps the tip and tail from hooking during turn initiation. Freestyle Rocker combines rockered tips and tails with positive camber underfoot, allowing confident charging through variable snow and a solid carve when needed. Smear Tech adds a 3D beveled base geometry at the tip and tail to reduce catching in crud and aid self-centering in powder. Lightweight 1.7 heat-treated edges and an S7 base with speed additive round out the build. Flex ratings measure tip 3, waist 5, and tail 4 on a 10-point scale. A two-year warranty is included.

Category

Ski & Snowboard

Brand

Armada

Size

175 cm

Core

Caruba Core: Armada's lightest wood species creates the best uphill feel while retaining the power and dampness required for descending in the gnarliest of terrain. This core makes no concessions in its quest for ultralight performance.

Sku#

EB-267718-1002

Type

Skis

Edges

1.7 Lightweight Edge: Light and strong, these heat-treated edges effect the feel of the ski minimally to ensure a snappy, lightweight feel.

175 Cm

192 cm

S7 Base

Durable and low maintenance, with a speed additive for quickness.