Armada ARV 88 Skis 2026
$472.43
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About this product
The Armada ARV 88 Ski (2024) is a freestyle-oriented all-mountain ski built around a 100% poplar wood core that prioritizes stability, power, and predictability across all snow conditions. Available in a 161 cm length, it features a Freestyle Rocker profile, combining rockered tips and tails with positive camber underfoot so the ski can handle unpredictable terrain while still holding a solid carve when needed. Flex ratings of 7 at the tip and 8 at both the waist and tail give it a progressive, responsive feel without being overly stiff. The w3Dgewall construction uses a 3D-molded, injected sidewall angled at its junction with the wood core, forming a mechanical bond that improves durability and edge grip while managing weight. Ash binding inserts reinforce retention points with a more sustainable material choice than conventional alternatives. The 2.5 Impact Edge is oversized and heat-treated to resist damage under hard use, and the S7 base is durable, low-maintenance, and formulated with a speed additive. The ski carries a two-year warranty.
- Category
- Ski & Snowboard
- Brand
- Armada
- Size
- 161 cm
- Core
- Poplar Core: Stability, power, and ease are paramount in this 100% poplar wood core. For those looking for predictability and smoothness, the Poplar core delivers in all snow conditions.
- Sku#
- EB-267760-1002
- Type
- Skis
- Edges
- 2.5 Impact Edge: Oversized and specially heat-treated, this edge is built to resist impact damage in the most demanding situations.
- Series
- ARV
- S7 Base
- Durable and low maintenance, with a speed additive for quickness.
What people are saying
Reviewers consistently praise the 2024 Armada ARV 88 for its confident, consistent feel from tip to tail, strong edge hold, and impressive durability thanks to the new w3Dgewall sidewall construction. Its firm flex, camber underfoot, and low swingweight earn repeated credit for delivering excellent pop, stability on jump landings, and easy spinning in the park. The most common criticism is that the narrow 88mm waist seriously lacks float in soft snow, powder, and crud, where it gets deflected easily. Reviewers also note it is less suited for pressing on rails or surface swapping compared to softer, more rockered twins. It is widely regarded as a specialist park and groomer ski rather than a genuine all-mountain option.
Specifications
- Ski length
- 156,161,166,171,176,181 cm
Length options
| Length | Ski turn radius | Packed weight |
|---|---|---|
| 156 | 14.5 m | — |
| 161 | 15 m | — |
| 166 | 15.5 m | — |
| 171 | 16 m | 1.55 kg |
| 176 | 16.5 m | 1.63 kg |
| 181 | 17 m | 1.65 kg |
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