The Armada Whitewalker 116 is the brainchild of the legend that is Sammy Carlson. A lightweight construction and thick core profile produce a ski that is quite light yet also stable enough for the biggest of impacts. These skis are Sammy’s choice for anything from powder skiing in Japan, pillows in British Columbia, to the gnarliest of Alaskan Spines. If you know Sammy, you know he is incredibly playful, but on the biggest scale and that is perfectly reflected in the Whitewalker 116.

Why we like it:

It is a powder-focused twin tip that is stable enough to charge the most exposed lines and take the biggest hits, yet light enough for human-powered backcountry missions. Its surf inspired design translates to how it feels when slashing and smearing through pow.

Who it's for:

The Whitewalker is for those who want a powder ski that can do anything that is associated with powder skiing. Whether it be touring to find distant lines, heli skiing in the gnarliest terrain, or searching for fresh stashes in the resort.

Highlights:

The Caruba wood core provides a lightweight platform that does not sacrifice performance or stability on the descent when encountering major drops and impacts. The Smear Tech tip and tails provide loads of float and easy maneuverability.

Things to consider:

By having a mount point fairly close to the true center of the ski, it is indicative of how the Whitewalker prefers to be skied more centrally in an extremely playful manner. If you are a more traditional skier, this may feel quite strange at first. However, if you a freestyle skier, you will feel right at home.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Skis true to size, however you may want to consider sizing up to have maximum floatation and stability if you are an aggressive skier who likes to send it big.