Armada ARV 106 Skis
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This Ski Is A Staff Favorite:
By: Jonathan
It has the slash-and-play feel of a freestyle ski, just in a much heavier, stiffer-flexing package. That makes the ARV 106 quite a bit more challenging to butter, press, and spin on than something like a Line Sir Francis Bacon, but it's also WAY more confidence-inspiring when I'm skiing chop/variable or attempting (with varying success) to stomp airs. Overall, it's been a great ski for a "playful-charger" approach to the mountain, with a bit more emphasis on the playful. At 6'1" and 185lbs, the 188cm is perfect as an everyday driver for me in Colorado.
By: Matt H
In Depth Staff Reviews:
2026-2027 Armada Skis Preview
Armada Skis 2027: The First Look We can always rely on Armada for holding down the core ski scene. Their hallmark ski collection is rooted in freestyle, signature skis with funky shapes and unique flexes, and some of the most cult classic park skis on the market. Armada decided they were missing a few pieces to round out the collection. This year, they welcome a new ski collection: Antimatter. Not to mention a new "touring"ski, and some new boots. Dive into our full Armada skis preview for 2026/2027. What's New The big news is the new Antimatter collection. ... Continue Reading
By: Alex
2025-2026 Armada ARV 106 Review
[This generation of ARV and this Armada ARV 106 review were released last year. We've updated this review with some new staff feedback, but the ski is unchanged for 25/26 aside from graphics.] Whether you're a freestyle skier or a normie, you'll know the Armada ARV name. Armada often gets pegged as a freestyle company and no doubt that's in their DNA. But there are specialized skis in their lineup for that—and many other options designed to ski the whole mountain. With a variety of freestyle-specific skis in their lineup, Armada is able to explore other shapes and flex patterns that ... Continue ReadingOur Take On The 2027 Armada ARV 106:
You'll find it in ski collector's closets and sheds, just as much as you'll find them in the quivers of freeride comp kids. The Armada ARV 106 is a classic freeride ski that's won the hearts and minds of skiers everywhere. The twin-tip shape works well for freestyle skiers who want a bigger ski for soft snow days, just as well as it does for skiers who like a manuverable and intuitive big-mountain ski. For 24/25, Armada softened the tip of the ski to help give you a little more progression through the front half of the ski. That gives you some more suspension when pushing through choppy snow and makes turn initiation more intuitive. They kept the tail a touch stiffer, to help you hold through longer turns or support big landings. Most importantly, they replaced a traditional sidewall with their "w3dgewall" design. By creating a wedge shape that jams into the core of the ski, the ski is more torsionally rigid underfoot and more durable. Bash a rock early season? No sweat. On snow, we think the w3dgewall helps this ski carve a whole lot harder. You're maybe not buying this ski for World Cup edge angles, but it sure makes getting back to the lift a whole lot more fun. But the bottom line? The Armada ARV 106 is the epitome of drfity and smear-y. A little stiffer than other skis with this shape, but not so stiff it feels like a plank, the ARV 106 is perfect for playful chargers who like a little more stout in their ski.
2027 Armada ARV 106 Specs:
| Dimensions: | 132/106/125 |
| Radius: | 22m@188cm |
| Rocker: | Freeride Rocker |
| Ability Level: |  |
| Construction: | Partial Sidewall |
| Weight: | 3680 grams (per pair for size 172cm) Learn more about ski weights |
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