Armada Locator 96 Ski [2024]
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Armada Locator 96 Ski [2024]
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Description
The biggest descents ask a lot from your equipment. You'll need tenacious edge hold and dependable stability for billy goating through no-fall zones while maintaining enough float to surf high-speed turns through creamy pow and perfect corn. The Armada Locator 96 Ski covers all these bases, which is no small feat. The 96mm waist quickly gets up on edge and bites hard on even the iciest sidehills, all at a weight that's low enough for the biggest objectives on your tick list. The progressive shape and blended rocker lines make the 96 a versatile, confident performer in a variety of conditions from meadow skipping in hero snow to traversing refrozen sastrugi in the high peaks.
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Details
- Caruba Core wood core
- AR75 Sidewall construction
- TI binding dampener
- Carbon reinforcement
- Comp Series Base
- 1.7 Lightweight Edge
- Partial Twin Tip
- Rocker/Camber
- EST Freeride Rocker
- AR Bat Tail Self Centre Tail Clip design
- Radius: 21 m (at 171 cm)
- Sidecut: 127-96-117 mm (at 171 cm)
- Terrain: Alpine Touring/All-Mountain
- Product ID #: 25636283
- Vendor Style#: RA0000462
Features
SKI & SNOWBOARD SERVICES
Please visit our services page for more information on ski and snowboard services available at select Sporting Life store locations.CARUBA CORE
Armada's lightest wood species creates the best up-hill feel while retaining the power and dampness required in descending the gnarliest of terrain. This core makes no conessions in performance in its quest to be ultra-light.1.7 IMPACT EDGE
Light, strong, heat treated for durability.COMP SERIES BASE
A World Cup-inspired base that requires higher maintenance than the S7, the Comp Series pays for the extra TLC it requires in one way: Speed.EST FREERIDE ROCKER
Rockered tip and tail combined with positive camber underfoot, to provide flotation in soft snow and create remarkable edge on the harder stuff.AR75 SIDEWALL
25% more ABS sidewall coverage increases stability and reduces chatter, providing more predictability and confidence.Alpine Skis Sizing Guide
In addition to other important factors like skill level and terrain type, choosing the right ski for you depends on knowing which size is best suited for your height. This simple measurement provides an approximate guide for beginners who are new to the sport and are unsure where to start when it comes to sizing. Use the following size chart to help guide you to the perfect ski.
Alpine Skis Size Chart
Height (in) | Beginner (cm) | Intermediate (cm) | Advanced (cm) |
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3' - 3'1" | 65-74 cm | ||
3'2" - 3'3" | 75-79 cm | ||
3'4" - 3'6" | 80-84 cm | ||
3'7" - 3'8" | 85-94 cm | ||
3'9" - 3'10" | 95-104 cm | 105-109 cm | |
3'11" - 4' | 105-109 cm | 110-114 cm | 115-119 cm |
4'1" - 4'2" | 110-114 cm | 115-119 cm | 120-124 cm |
4'3" - 4'4" | 110-114 cm | 115-119 cm | 120-124 cm |
4'5" - 4'6" | 120-124 cm | 125-129 cm | 130-134 cm |
4'7" - 4'8" | 125-129 cm | 130-134 cm | 135-139 cm |
4'9" - 4'11" | 130-134 cm | 135-139 cm | 140-144 cm |
5' - 5'1" | 135-139 cm | 140-144 cm | 145-149 cm |
5'2" - 5'3" | 140-144 cm | 145-149 cm | 150-159 cm |
5'4" - 5'5" | 145-149 cm | 150-154 cm | 155-165 cm |
5'6" - 5'7" | 150-154 cm | 155-159 cm | 160-169 cm |
5'8" - 5'9" | 155-159 cm | 160-164 cm | 165-175 cm |
5'10" - 6' | 160-164 cm | 165-169 cm | 170-185 cm |
6'1" - 6'2" | 165-169 cm | 170-174 cm | 185+ cm |
6'3" - 6'4" | 170-174 cm | 175-185 cm | 185+ cm |
6'6" + | 180+ cm | 185+ cm | 185+ cm |
On average, your skis should fall somewhere between your chin and forehead when held upright. There are a few additional details that play a significant role in determining which ski size is best fit for you. After consulting the size chart, be sure to consider your weight, skill level, skiing style and the type of terrain you’ll be frequenting.
Here are some reasons for sizing up or down:
Weight
- Size up if you are closer to the high end of your weight range or above average weight for your height.
- Size down if you are closer to the low end of your weight range or below average weight for your height.
Skill Level and Style
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Size up if you are an advanced/expert skier who prefers
to be fast and aggressive in style.
- Longer skis tend to have a more stable feel.
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Size down if you are a beginner/intermediate skier who
prefers skiing at a more leisurely pace with quick turns.
- Shorter skis offer higher overall manoeuverability.
Terrain
- Size up if you love to explore the backcountry. Most off-piste skiers lean towards longer skis.
- Size down if you prefer carving your way down a well-groomed mountain or hard pack snow.