2026 Armada Bdog 94 Skis with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings
The 2026 Armada BDog 94 with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings is Phil Casabon’s signature freestyle shredder, dialed in for creative skiing in the park, streets, and anywhere style can shine. Designed with a super-soft flex and a rocker profile that encourages play, this setup is ideal for skiers who live to butter, press, and spin every feature in sight. We paired the Bdog 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:
It’s playful and expressive without feeling flimsy underfoot—just the way Phil intended.
Who it's for:
Best for freestyle-focused skiers who value slow-speed control, pressability, and creative movement over all-out speed or all-mountain versatility. If you’re filming or lapping rails, this ski fits right in.
Highlights:
A Poplar-Ash wood core delivers a soft, pliable flex in the tips and tails, with just enough backbone underfoot to stay composed. Armada’s AR Freestyle Rocker and true twin shape make butters and pivots feel effortless, and the centered mount position and ultra-soft flex profile promote a loose, press-happy ride. And fear not - the S7 base and 2.5 Impact Edges stand up to rails, concrete, and repeated impact. The Strive 14 GW, with its lightweight build and low-profile chassis, delivers a smooth and responsive ride all day long. It remains nimble in deep snow and light on your feet as the day progresses. The LDN Toe Pieces offer a low stand height, optimizing power transfer and improving the connection to your skis. The Automatic Toe Adaption feature effortlessly adjusts to GripWalk boots without the need for manual adjustments. Additionally, the Snow Scrapers on the toe pieces effectively remove snow and ice, ensuring a secure fit that enhances both safety and performance for direct power transmission
Things to consider:
This is not your go-to ski for high-speed charging or variable terrain. With its ultra-soft flex, the BDog 94 is purpose-built for freestyle expression and excels within its niche.
Fit & sizing considerations:
The BDog 94 skis true to size. Size down slightly for more maneuverability or size up for a little added stability when hitting bigger features.
The 2026 Armada BDog 94 with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings is Phil Casabon’s signature freestyle shredder, dialed in for creative skiing in the park, streets, and anywhere style can shine. Designed with a super-soft flex and a rocker profile that encourages play, this setup is ideal for skiers who live to butter, press, and spin every feature in sight. We paired the Bdog 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:
It’s playful and expressive without feeling flimsy underfoot—just the way Phil intended.
Who it's for:
Best for freestyle-focused skiers who value slow-speed control, pressability, and creative movement over all-out speed or all-mountain versatility. If you’re filming or lapping rails, this ski fits right in.
Highlights:
A Poplar-Ash wood core delivers a soft, pliable flex in the tips and tails, with just enough backbone underfoot to stay composed. Armada’s AR Freestyle Rocker and true twin shape make butters and pivots feel effortless, and the centered mount position and ultra-soft flex profile promote a loose, press-happy ride. And fear not - the S7 base and 2.5 Impact Edges stand up to rails, concrete, and repeated impact. The Strive 14 GW, with its lightweight build and low-profile chassis, delivers a smooth and responsive ride all day long. It remains nimble in deep snow and light on your feet as the day progresses. The LDN Toe Pieces offer a low stand height, optimizing power transfer and improving the connection to your skis. The Automatic Toe Adaption feature effortlessly adjusts to GripWalk boots without the need for manual adjustments. Additionally, the Snow Scrapers on the toe pieces effectively remove snow and ice, ensuring a secure fit that enhances both safety and performance for direct power transmission
Things to consider:
This is not your go-to ski for high-speed charging or variable terrain. With its ultra-soft flex, the BDog 94 is purpose-built for freestyle expression and excels within its niche.
Fit & sizing considerations:
The BDog 94 skis true to size. Size down slightly for more maneuverability or size up for a little added stability when hitting bigger features.
Description
The 2026 Armada BDog 94 with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings is Phil Casabon’s signature freestyle shredder, dialed in for creative skiing in the park, streets, and anywhere style can shine. Designed with a super-soft flex and a rocker profile that encourages play, this setup is ideal for skiers who live to butter, press, and spin every feature in sight. We paired the Bdog 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:
It’s playful and expressive without feeling flimsy underfoot—just the way Phil intended.
Who it's for:
Best for freestyle-focused skiers who value slow-speed control, pressability, and creative movement over all-out speed or all-mountain versatility. If you’re filming or lapping rails, this ski fits right in.
Highlights:
A Poplar-Ash wood core delivers a soft, pliable flex in the tips and tails, with just enough backbone underfoot to stay composed. Armada’s AR Freestyle Rocker and true twin shape make butters and pivots feel effortless, and the centered mount position and ultra-soft flex profile promote a loose, press-happy ride. And fear not - the S7 base and 2.5 Impact Edges stand up to rails, concrete, and repeated impact. The Strive 14 GW, with its lightweight build and low-profile chassis, delivers a smooth and responsive ride all day long. It remains nimble in deep snow and light on your feet as the day progresses. The LDN Toe Pieces offer a low stand height, optimizing power transfer and improving the connection to your skis. The Automatic Toe Adaption feature effortlessly adjusts to GripWalk boots without the need for manual adjustments. Additionally, the Snow Scrapers on the toe pieces effectively remove snow and ice, ensuring a secure fit that enhances both safety and performance for direct power transmission
Things to consider:
This is not your go-to ski for high-speed charging or variable terrain. With its ultra-soft flex, the BDog 94 is purpose-built for freestyle expression and excels within its niche.
Fit & sizing considerations:
The BDog 94 skis true to size. Size down slightly for more maneuverability or size up for a little added stability when hitting bigger features.
