NEW 2026 Armada ARV 100 Skis - 172cm

The 2026 Armada ARV 100 is the quintessential "all-mountain freestyle" tool, designed for the skier who treats the entire mountain like a terrain park. For the 2026 season, Armada has updated this fan-favorite with striking new artwork by the artist Madsteez (Mark Paul Deren), featuring his signature vibrant, multi-layered aesthetic. Structurally, the ski continues to lean on the revolutionary w3Dgewall technology—a 3D-molded, injected sidewall that creates a mechanical bond with the wood core. This makes the ski remarkably durable against rail impacts and provides better edge hold than traditional sidewalls.At 172cm, the ARV 100 is exceptionally nimble, with a tight 17.5m turn radius that makes it a master of "slashing and splaying" through tight trees and side-hits. The 100% Poplar Core provides a snappy, energetic pop that feels consistent from the first lap of the season to the last. While it's light enough to whip around in the air, the Ash Binding Inserts ensure you have a beefy, secure platform for your bindings, preventing pull-outs during high-impact landings. Year: 2026 Brand: Armada Model: ARV 100 (Madsteez Edition) Size: 172cm Dimensions: 126 / 100 / 119 mm Turn Radius: 17.5m Weight: ~1710g per ski Flex Profile: 6 / 6 / 6 (Tip / Waist / Tail) — Balanced and predictable Rocker Profile: AR Freestyle Rocker (Rocker / Camber / Rocker) Core: 100% Poplar Wood Core Sidewalls: w3Dgewall (High-durability injected construction) Edges: 2.5 Impact Edge (Oversized and heat-treated for rails) Base: S7 Sintered Base (Fast and wax-absorbent) Park & Jib: 10/10 — One of the best platforms for butters, presses, and technical rail tricks. Quickness: 9/10 — The low swing weight and short radius make it incredibly easy to pivot. Soft Snow: 7/10 — Respectable float for 100mm; the rockered tips help it surf in several inches of fresh. Stability: 6/10 — Very fun and damp, but can reach a speed limit on high-speed "boiler-plate" ice compared to a metal-laminate ski.