2025 Armada ARV 106 Skiswith Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Bindings

The Armada ARV 106 with Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Bindings is a new-generation, wider-bodied all-mountain ski designed for freestyle versatility, complete with a performance binding for a package that’s ready to go. This twin-tip excels across the entire mountain, especially in soft snow conditions. Its robust construction provides impressive stability at high speeds and through varied terrain. With its playful and smeary feel, yet stable and reliable performance, the ARV 106 blurs the lines between a powder ski, all-mountain twin-tip, and a park ski. We paired the 106 with the Tyrolia Attack 14 GW because of the Attack’s light weight, reliability, and ease-of-use for all mountain and freeride skiers. Additionally, ample elastic travel and direct power transmission function to ensure these bindings cater perfectly to the needs of demanding freeriders.

Why we like it:

We're impressed by the sheer strength of the ARV 106. It handles nearly every ski condition admirably, except for very firm, icy groomers, which is understandable. The ski's maneuverability and energy are remarkable given its strong build—kudos to Armada for that.

Who it's for:

The ARV 106 suits a wide range of skiers. It could serve as the daily driver for a freestyle skier on the West Coast or as a powder ski for an Eastern skier. It's versatile enough to be an all-mountain ski for West Coast park enthusiasts or a backcountry ski for aggressive Eastern skiers.

Highlights:

Featuring a new poplar wood core with an ash binding insert, the ARV 106 delivers an even flex pattern with binding reinforcement for handling big impacts and intense forces. W3dgewall Sidewalls add stiffness for high-speed charging and protect against impacts if you take them into the park for rails or boxes. The ski's redesign emphasizes strength and durability. With a low stand height of just 17 millimeters, the 2027 Tyrolia Attack 14 offers an impressively close connection to the snow, delivering precise power transmission and a confident, locked-in feel. The FR Pro3 toe piece allows for a full 180 degrees of boot release, enhancing safety in a variety of fall scenarios, while the AFS (Anti-Friction Slider) ensures reliable re-centering and consistent release characteristics. Built to withstand hard use, the Attack 14 combines durability with performance, making it a go-to option for aggressive skiers who demand trust in their gear., and is an ideal choice for the ARV 106.

Things to consider:

The ARV 106 is not a lightweight ski, so it requires some effort to maneuver. However, this weight contributes to its stability and charging capability. It's an excellent choice as a daily driver for West Coast conditions or as a powder ski on the East Coast.

Fit & sizing considerations:

True to size; consider sizing down if you prefer more maneuverability to counterbalance the ski's weight.