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Backcountry Skis

Armada ARV JJ Ultralite (2020)

2020 Backcountry Ski Review

Brand: Armada

Model: ARV JJ Ultralite


Specs

Tip / Waist / Tail (mm)

139-116-135

Lengths (cm)

165, 175, 185, 192

Radius (m)

18

Level

Advanced

  • Weight: 1,700g per ski

Armada’s Zero Series is designed by the brand’s top-level athletes to create the tools they need to ski better. SKI’s testers swooned at the limited-edition ARV 116 JJ Ultralight in particular, which is 25 percent lighter than the regular ARV 116 but descends just as well as the full-weight version. Featuring “smear tech” spooned bases on the generously rockered tips and tails and a Caruba wood core, this ski is a top pick for backcountry skiers who only want to shred pow.

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