Armada ARV 100 Skis 2024

GIVE ME 100 REASONS TO STAY HERE.

REVIEWED BY: Joe Riccio

The Armada ARV 100 is a ski that can handle a huge variety of terrain and will be preferred by skiers with a more playful style. The ARV 100 is a brand new ski and it fills the void in the ARV line between the 94 and the 106. Compared to previous generations of the ARV, the new series is more all-mountain capable without sacrificing the playful freestyle DNA that we've come to love the skis for. At 100mm underfoot this ski is wide enough to be skied in softer, deeper snow with little issue without being so wide that it only does well in softer snow. Hard snow integrity is much better than we anticipated after testing these skis all season during some less-than-desirable ski days. However, just because these skis can hang on groomers, that doesn't mean that's what they're built for. The ARV 100 is one of the most playful skis in the category making it a great option for freestyle-oriented skiers who like a ski that's easy to slash, slarve, butter, press, and jib all over the mountain. This isn't a ski for piping high-edge angle carves at mach speeds. Through the trees, the ARV pivots on a dime and makes technical terrain a breeze even when the goin' gets tough. The closest competitor to the ARV 100 is the Atomic Bent 100. The Bent 100 is a stronger ski that is more composed on firm terrain or at higher speeds, the ARV 100 is better for skiers that prioritize a softer flex pattern and really enjoy a playful feel. 

Who is this ski for? Skiers with a playful style. Park rats. Freestyle skiers. Rail gods. Tree skiing aficionados. Soft snow hunters.

Who isn't this ski for? Skiers who rock GS suits and skiers that are more groomer and carving-oriented. Skiers who want a solid, powerful feel underfoot. 

Tested by

Garrett Finn

George Michaelsen

Joe Riccio

Matt Berkowitz