Armada

ARV 116 JJ UL 2026

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"The ARV 116 JJ UL is my go-to for deep days in the backcountry. It’s insanely light for a 116mm waist, which makes the uphill manageable, but it still rips on the way down. Smear Tech in the tips and tails gives it that buttery feel in deep snow and lets me pivot on a dime."Who It’s ForAdvanced to Expert Powder and Backcountry Skiers:This ski is built for riders chasing untracked snow in the backcountry who value both uphill efficiency and downhill playfulness. Ideal for powder specialists and freeriders who want a ski that’s light on the climb yet loose and creative on the descent. What It’s ForDeep Powder Touring and Freestyle Lines:With a 116mm waist and ultralight build, the ARV 116 JJ UL is optimized for bottomless powder days, long tours, and creative freeride lines. From pillow stacks to open bowls, it’s made to surf, smear, and spin through deep snow while still offering edge grip when you need it. Why We Like ItWeight Savings, Playfulness, and Powder Float Together:We like the ARV 116 JJ UL because it delivers everything we want on storm days without weighing us down on the skintrack. The Caruba core and 1. 7mm edges shave grams, Smear Tech tips keep turns surfy and catch-free, and AR Freestyle Rocker balances float with control. It’s a true backcountry powder twin that doesn’t compromise the ride.