2026 Armada ARV 116 JJ UL Skis
The 2026 Armada ARV 116 JJ UL is a lightweight, powder-focused ski designed for playful backcountry exploration and deep snow performance. As part of Armada's "Zero" series, it combines ultralight construction with a freestyle-friendly shape, making it a go-to choice for creative skiers seeking agility and floatation in soft conditions.
Why we like it:
The ARV 116 JJ UL stands out for its exceptional maneuverability and surfy feel in deep snow, thanks to its light weight build and innovative design features. It's a ski that encourages creativity and fluidity in bottomless backcountry powder.
Who it's for:
Ideal for advanced to expert skiers who prioritize a playful, buttery, responsive ski for powder days and backcountry missions. It's particularly suited for those who enjoy a centered stance and a freestyle approach to powder skiing.
Highlights:
Constructed with a full Caruba wood core, the ARV 116 JJ UL achieves a significant weight reduction without compromising loads of strength underfoot. The ski features Armada's Smear Tech, incorporating a beveled base in the tip and tail for enhanced maneuverability and easier butters, taking cues from surfboard shaping. Its AR Freestyle Rocker profile combines substantial tip and tail rocker with camber underfoot, offering both float in powder and energy for a bouncing feeling between turns. The ski's dimensions (139-116-135 mm) and a turn radius of 17-19 meters, depending on length, provide a balance between stability and agility. Additionally, the 1.7 mm edges and AR75 sidewalls contribute to a lightweight yet durable construction.
Things to consider:
While the ARV 116 JJ UL excels in soft snow and playful skiing, its lightweight build results in less stability and damping in variable or firm conditions. Skiers who prefer a more aggressive, hard-charging style will find it less supportive in challenging terrain and will have more success elsewhere.
Fit & sizing considerations:
Available in lengths ranging from 165 to 192 cm, with weights approximately between 1550 g and 1850 g per ski, the ARV 116 JJ UL accommodates a variety of skier preferences. The recommended mount point is -5 cm from true center, promoting a balanced, centered stance ideal for freestyle-inspired skiing.
The 2026 Armada ARV 116 JJ UL is a lightweight, powder-focused ski designed for playful backcountry exploration and deep snow performance. As part of Armada's "Zero" series, it combines ultralight construction with a freestyle-friendly shape, making it a go-to choice for creative skiers seeking agility and floatation in soft conditions.
Why we like it:
The ARV 116 JJ UL stands out for its exceptional maneuverability and surfy feel in deep snow, thanks to its light weight build and innovative design features. It's a ski that encourages creativity and fluidity in bottomless backcountry powder.
Who it's for:
Ideal for advanced to expert skiers who prioritize a playful, buttery, responsive ski for powder days and backcountry missions. It's particularly suited for those who enjoy a centered stance and a freestyle approach to powder skiing.
Highlights:
Constructed with a full Caruba wood core, the ARV 116 JJ UL achieves a significant weight reduction without compromising loads of strength underfoot. The ski features Armada's Smear Tech, incorporating a beveled base in the tip and tail for enhanced maneuverability and easier butters, taking cues from surfboard shaping. Its AR Freestyle Rocker profile combines substantial tip and tail rocker with camber underfoot, offering both float in powder and energy for a bouncing feeling between turns. The ski's dimensions (139-116-135 mm) and a turn radius of 17-19 meters, depending on length, provide a balance between stability and agility. Additionally, the 1.7 mm edges and AR75 sidewalls contribute to a lightweight yet durable construction.
Things to consider:
While the ARV 116 JJ UL excels in soft snow and playful skiing, its lightweight build results in less stability and damping in variable or firm conditions. Skiers who prefer a more aggressive, hard-charging style will find it less supportive in challenging terrain and will have more success elsewhere.
Fit & sizing considerations:
Available in lengths ranging from 165 to 192 cm, with weights approximately between 1550 g and 1850 g per ski, the ARV 116 JJ UL accommodates a variety of skier preferences. The recommended mount point is -5 cm from true center, promoting a balanced, centered stance ideal for freestyle-inspired skiing.
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The 2026 Armada ARV 116 JJ UL is a lightweight, powder-focused ski designed for playful backcountry exploration and deep snow performance. As part of Armada's "Zero" series, it combines ultralight construction with a freestyle-friendly shape, making it a go-to choice for creative skiers seeking agility and floatation in soft conditions.
Why we like it:
The ARV 116 JJ UL stands out for its exceptional maneuverability and surfy feel in deep snow, thanks to its light weight build and innovative design features. It's a ski that encourages creativity and fluidity in bottomless backcountry powder.
Who it's for:
Ideal for advanced to expert skiers who prioritize a playful, buttery, responsive ski for powder days and backcountry missions. It's particularly suited for those who enjoy a centered stance and a freestyle approach to powder skiing.
Highlights:
Constructed with a full Caruba wood core, the ARV 116 JJ UL achieves a significant weight reduction without compromising loads of strength underfoot. The ski features Armada's Smear Tech, incorporating a beveled base in the tip and tail for enhanced maneuverability and easier butters, taking cues from surfboard shaping. Its AR Freestyle Rocker profile combines substantial tip and tail rocker with camber underfoot, offering both float in powder and energy for a bouncing feeling between turns. The ski's dimensions (139-116-135 mm) and a turn radius of 17-19 meters, depending on length, provide a balance between stability and agility. Additionally, the 1.7 mm edges and AR75 sidewalls contribute to a lightweight yet durable construction.
Things to consider:
While the ARV 116 JJ UL excels in soft snow and playful skiing, its lightweight build results in less stability and damping in variable or firm conditions. Skiers who prefer a more aggressive, hard-charging style will find it less supportive in challenging terrain and will have more success elsewhere.
Fit & sizing considerations:
Available in lengths ranging from 165 to 192 cm, with weights approximately between 1550 g and 1850 g per ski, the ARV 116 JJ UL accommodates a variety of skier preferences. The recommended mount point is -5 cm from true center, promoting a balanced, centered stance ideal for freestyle-inspired skiing.
