Armada Locator 104 Ski
The goldilocks one-quiver backcountry ski is an elusive beast, requiring extensive R&D, inspired vision, and maybe a hint of fairy dust. Freeride skiers, however, may have found the solution in the Armada Locator 104. The Locator incorporates tip rocker plus moderate camber, with a generous shovel and blended tail shape. The result is a ski geared towards speed while retaining the ability to float on powder or crash through crud without protest. A caruba core keeps weight manageable, making these skis an excellent choice for multi-day trips or collecting laps where conditions can change at a moment’s notice. Fairy tale travelers, take heed: your quest for the perfect everyday ski might end early with the Armada Locator 104 ski.
- Full-length carbon reinforcement dials the stiffness for enhanced speed--without adding weight.
- Minimalist 1.7 lightweight edges are heat-treated for a light, snappy feel.
- "AR Bat Tail" effectively centers skin tail clips.
- Tapered tips and tails guarantee hook-free skiing across various snow types.
| Specifications | |
| Lengths (cm) | 162, 170, 178, 186 |
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Weight |
1280g [162] 1400g [170] 1450g [178] 1510g [186] |
| Weight (pair) | 2560g [162] 2800g [170] 2900g [178] 3020g [186] |
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129-104-121 [162] 130-104-121 [170] 131-104-122 [178] 132-104-123 [186] |
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Turn |
20m [162] 21m [170] 22m [178] 23m [186] |
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Skin |
AR Bat Tail |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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EST Freeride Rocker |
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Spoon tip, medium radius, flat tail |
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Ti binding dampener + carbon reinforcement |
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Caruba wood |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Do-it-all ski touring with a soft snow preference |
| Notes | Less rocker, more camber than the Locator 112 |
| Bottom Line | Balanced, light and fast freeride touring ski |
| Compare to other High-fat Skis | |
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Questions & Reviews
The Ripstick is a bit stiffer and more powerful, while the Locator is more playful and a hair lighter.
The Ripstick has a little more muscle, so it would probably perform better in less-than-ideal conditions.
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