2026 Armada ARV 94 Skis with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings

The 2027 Armada ARV 94 with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings continues its legacy as a go-to all-mountain freestyle twin, offering the versatility to stomp park landings and smear turns across every inch of the mountain. With its 94 mm waist and freestyle-focused shape, this setup is ready for everything from rail sessions to spontaneous side hits and soft snow exploration. We paired the ARV 94 with the Strive 14 because of this binding’s well known reputation for safety, reliability, and ease of use. Featuring an LDN toe piece that optimizes contact and response, these bindings integrate seamlessly with boots and skis, allowing for a natural flex and balanced stance, making them the perfect choice to pair with this ski.

Why we like it:

We’re drawn to the ARV 94 because it delivers the full freestyle experience without compromising on all-mountain performance. It’s light, energetic, and intuitive, perfect for riders who treat the entire resort like a terrain park.

Who it's for:

This ski is a strong match for intermediate to expert skiers who lean into a creative style and want a ski that can spin, press, and butter—but still hold its own on groomers and in varied snow.

Highlights:

Featuring a full Poplar Core reinforced with an Ash Binding Insert, the ARV 94 keeps things lively and poppy while offering a solid platform underfoot. The AR Freestyle Rocker profile combines rockered tips and tails with positive camber underfoot for smooth transitions, solid edge grip, and that signature Armada surfy feel. w3Dgewall sidewalls provide durability and consistent power transmission, while 2.5 Impact Edges and an S7 Base ensure resilience through repeated rail hits and hardpack landings. The ski’s flex—softer in the tip and stiffer in the tail—supports a playful yet dependable ride across terrain parks and soft-snow zones. At the core is the three-part heel, which delivers the secure boot retention the Strive line is known for while keeping weight reasonable. Salomon's elastic travel keeps the binding planted through chatter and cut-up snow, so it does not get knocked offline easily. The LDN toe spreads lateral input across an extra-wide pedal for crisp edge-to-edge power transfer, and a sliding toe pedal lets the ski bend underfoot for a more natural flex. The whole assembly rides on a low-profile chassis that drops the stance and centers the skier over the ski. It accepts both standard alpine and GripWalk boot soles, and the binding is TUV certified.

Things to consider:

While the ARV 94 is incredibly fun in the park and on soft snow, it’s less confident on icy groomers and especially firm, chunky, or variable snow. For skiers focused on carving performance or high-speed dampness, a stiffer and more directional ski would be a better match.

Fit & sizing considerations:

This ski rides true to size, though riders focusing on rail work and quick rotations may prefer to size down slightly. For those looking to prioritize all-mountain use and softer snow capability, sizing up can offer extra support and float.