Armada Tracer 98 Ski [2022]
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Armada Tracer 98 Ski [2022]
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Size: 188
Description
Light enough to tour on every day, and strong enough to shred the areas in between, the Armada Tracer 98 Skis are one of the best choices going for a do-it-all quiver ski with a backcountry focus. Armada starts with their lightest Caruba wood core, adds a bit more fiberglass than the OG version, and finishes it off with a lightweight 1.7mm edge and their Comp Series sintered base. Mount this up with a hybrid binding like the Shift or a pure tech binding for less weight, and watch the sparks fly.Additional Information
Details
- Wood Caruba core
- AR75 Sidewall construction
- Comp Series base
- Adaptive Mesh laminate
- 1.7 lightweight edges
- Flat Tail
- Taper Tops
- Rocker/Camber/Rocker
- EST All Mountain Rocker
- Medium turning radius
- Sidecut: 127-133/98/119-124 mm
- Terrain: All-Mountain/Alpine Touring
- Product ID#: 25548868
- Vendor Style#: RA0000332
Features
SKI & SNOWBOARD SERVICES
Please visit our services page for more information on ski and snowboard services available at select Sporting Life store locations.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.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.