2026 Armada Whitewalker 116 Skis with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings
The 2026 Armada Whitewalker 116 with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings is Sammy Carlson’s vision of a dream powder ski—light, surfy, and creative, with the guts to handle technical lines. Whether you're sending pillows, spinning off natural hits, or slashing bottomless trees, this setup gives you the tools to move freely in deep snow. We paired the Whitewalker 116 with the Marker Griffon 13 ID because of the Griffon’s precision and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a robust construction and all the best tech, the Griffon 13 is a popular high-performance binding choice for wider-bodied skis for good reason.
Why we like it:
The Whitewalker 116 manages to blend freestyle looseness with a level of control and edge hold that’s rare in a ski this playful. It’s soft where it should be, strong where it matters, and a blast from first chair to final face shot.
Who it's for:
This ski is ideal for advanced and expert skiers who spend their time chasing storms and exploring terrain where float, pivot, and creativity matter more than straight-line dampness. It’s especially great for lighter skiers or those with a freestyle-inspired approach to the backcountry.
Highlights:
AR Freestyle Rocker gives the Whitewalker 116 its playful surfiness, with camber underfoot for stability when you need it. The Caruba Core keeps the weight down for better control in technical terrain, while AR75 Sidewalls deliver grip and composure on edge. Smear Tech beveling in the tips and tails makes it easy to pivot, press, and butter, and the ski’s flex pattern—soft in the ends, stout underfoot—provides a nice balance balance between float and stomp. As we’ve come to expect from Marker, there’s no shortage of tech packed into the Griffon 13 binding. Marker’s Triple Pivot Elite Toe and Inter-pivot 3 Freeride Heel systems work in tandem to provide improved edge grip and control, as well as helping to mitigate vibrations for a smooth ride. A cleverly placed anti-ice rail sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape off those pesky clumps of snow and ice that accumulate on the sole of your boot. With Multinorm (MN) boot compatibility, the Griffon 13 is a versatile and reliable choice for a huge range of skiers and applications.
Things to consider:
With its lightweight build and soft tips/tails, this ski isn’t meant for straight-lining through chop or holding a tight line on hardpack. It’s a freeride tool, not a race weapon—best enjoyed in soft snow and open spaces.
Fit & sizing considerations:
This ski runs true to size, but thanks to its softer flex, stronger or heavier skiers can size up for better stability and float in deep snow.
The 2026 Armada Whitewalker 116 with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings is Sammy Carlson’s vision of a dream powder ski—light, surfy, and creative, with the guts to handle technical lines. Whether you're sending pillows, spinning off natural hits, or slashing bottomless trees, this setup gives you the tools to move freely in deep snow. We paired the Whitewalker 116 with the Marker Griffon 13 ID because of the Griffon’s precision and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a robust construction and all the best tech, the Griffon 13 is a popular high-performance binding choice for wider-bodied skis for good reason.
Why we like it:
The Whitewalker 116 manages to blend freestyle looseness with a level of control and edge hold that’s rare in a ski this playful. It’s soft where it should be, strong where it matters, and a blast from first chair to final face shot.
Who it's for:
This ski is ideal for advanced and expert skiers who spend their time chasing storms and exploring terrain where float, pivot, and creativity matter more than straight-line dampness. It’s especially great for lighter skiers or those with a freestyle-inspired approach to the backcountry.
Highlights:
AR Freestyle Rocker gives the Whitewalker 116 its playful surfiness, with camber underfoot for stability when you need it. The Caruba Core keeps the weight down for better control in technical terrain, while AR75 Sidewalls deliver grip and composure on edge. Smear Tech beveling in the tips and tails makes it easy to pivot, press, and butter, and the ski’s flex pattern—soft in the ends, stout underfoot—provides a nice balance balance between float and stomp. As we’ve come to expect from Marker, there’s no shortage of tech packed into the Griffon 13 binding. Marker’s Triple Pivot Elite Toe and Inter-pivot 3 Freeride Heel systems work in tandem to provide improved edge grip and control, as well as helping to mitigate vibrations for a smooth ride. A cleverly placed anti-ice rail sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape off those pesky clumps of snow and ice that accumulate on the sole of your boot. With Multinorm (MN) boot compatibility, the Griffon 13 is a versatile and reliable choice for a huge range of skiers and applications.
Things to consider:
With its lightweight build and soft tips/tails, this ski isn’t meant for straight-lining through chop or holding a tight line on hardpack. It’s a freeride tool, not a race weapon—best enjoyed in soft snow and open spaces.
Fit & sizing considerations:
This ski runs true to size, but thanks to its softer flex, stronger or heavier skiers can size up for better stability and float in deep snow.
Description
The 2026 Armada Whitewalker 116 with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings is Sammy Carlson’s vision of a dream powder ski—light, surfy, and creative, with the guts to handle technical lines. Whether you're sending pillows, spinning off natural hits, or slashing bottomless trees, this setup gives you the tools to move freely in deep snow. We paired the Whitewalker 116 with the Marker Griffon 13 ID because of the Griffon’s precision and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a robust construction and all the best tech, the Griffon 13 is a popular high-performance binding choice for wider-bodied skis for good reason.
Why we like it:
The Whitewalker 116 manages to blend freestyle looseness with a level of control and edge hold that’s rare in a ski this playful. It’s soft where it should be, strong where it matters, and a blast from first chair to final face shot.
Who it's for:
This ski is ideal for advanced and expert skiers who spend their time chasing storms and exploring terrain where float, pivot, and creativity matter more than straight-line dampness. It’s especially great for lighter skiers or those with a freestyle-inspired approach to the backcountry.
Highlights:
AR Freestyle Rocker gives the Whitewalker 116 its playful surfiness, with camber underfoot for stability when you need it. The Caruba Core keeps the weight down for better control in technical terrain, while AR75 Sidewalls deliver grip and composure on edge. Smear Tech beveling in the tips and tails makes it easy to pivot, press, and butter, and the ski’s flex pattern—soft in the ends, stout underfoot—provides a nice balance balance between float and stomp. As we’ve come to expect from Marker, there’s no shortage of tech packed into the Griffon 13 binding. Marker’s Triple Pivot Elite Toe and Inter-pivot 3 Freeride Heel systems work in tandem to provide improved edge grip and control, as well as helping to mitigate vibrations for a smooth ride. A cleverly placed anti-ice rail sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape off those pesky clumps of snow and ice that accumulate on the sole of your boot. With Multinorm (MN) boot compatibility, the Griffon 13 is a versatile and reliable choice for a huge range of skiers and applications.
Things to consider:
With its lightweight build and soft tips/tails, this ski isn’t meant for straight-lining through chop or holding a tight line on hardpack. It’s a freeride tool, not a race weapon—best enjoyed in soft snow and open spaces.
Fit & sizing considerations:
This ski runs true to size, but thanks to its softer flex, stronger or heavier skiers can size up for better stability and float in deep snow.
