2027 Armada ARW 106 — Women's All-Mountain Big Mountain Ski

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  • 106mm big-mountain twin with Rocker/Camber/Rocker profile and a Poplar core for float in Big White's deep pow. In stock at both Fresh Air Kelowna locations.

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The Armada ARW 106 is a women's big-mountain twin built for the deep Okanagan powder days at Big White, with enough freestyle personality to keep things playful when you cut over to features or groomers at Silver Star. The 106mm waist and Rocker/Camber/Rocker profile give it plenty of float in fresh snow while still holding an edge when conditions firm up, making it a true one-ski quiver for anyone who chases pow but doesn't want to be stuck on a one-trick ski the rest of the day.

   
KEY FEATURES

AR Freestyle Rocker (Rocker/Camber/Rocker profile) with long rocker lines for float in deep snow and edge hold on firmer terrain

106mm waist width for a true big-mountain, powder-oriented platform

100% Poplar wood core with Ash binding insert for a strong, responsive feel

W3Dgewall sidewall construction for durability and a solid connection between core and sidewall

2.5mm Impact Edges, heat-treated to resist damage from variable and rocky conditions

Partial twin tip shape for playful, forgiving turns without sacrificing directional stability

WHO IS THIS FOR

The ARW 106 is built for intermediate-to-advanced skiers who prioritize powder days and want a big-mountain ski with a playful edge. If Big White's deepest days are your favourite part of the season and you still want a ski that handles the groomers back at the lodge, this is the one to look at.

Our team at Fresh Air will help you find the right ski and size in-store at both Kelowna locations. Stop by to talk with one of our experienced staff members, or call 250-763-3425.

WHY SHOP WITH US

As a certified Armada dealer, our team can help you select the right length, flex, and binding setup for your ability level and the terrain you ride most at Big White and Silver Star. We also offer full ski and board tuning, waxing, and binding mounting in-store. Drop into Fresh Air Pandosy (555 Groves Ave) or Fresh Air Dilworth (1656 Dilworth Drive).

FAQ

Is a 106mm waist too wide for an everyday, one-ski-quiver setup?
Not necessarily — 106mm sits toward the wider end of all-mountain, so it's best suited to skiers who spend a lot of time in deeper snow or variable conditions and want float without switching skis. It can handle groomers too, but skiers who mostly stick to hardpack may find a narrower waist (in the 90-100mm range) more nimble.

What's the difference between the ARW 106 and the narrower ARW 94?
The main difference is intended terrain: the ARW 94 is more of a park-and-all-mountain twin for hardpack and mixed conditions, while the ARW 106 is built as a big-mountain freeride ski with more float for powder. Both share the same Poplar core, W3Dgewall construction, and Rocker/Camber/Rocker profile — the ARW 106 just prioritizes deep-snow performance.

How does turn radius change with ski length on the ARW 106?
The ARW 106 has a longer radius as the length increases — around 17m at 164cm and 18m at 172cm. A longer radius favours wider, sweeping turns typical of big-mountain and powder skiing, rather than tight, quick carves.

SPECS

 

ROCKER PROFILE
  • Rocker Profile: Rocker/Camber/Rocker (AR Freestyle Rocker)
  • Shape: Partial twin tip
  • Core: 100% Poplar wood
  • Flex: 6–7–7 (Tip–Waist–Tail, 1=soft, 10=stiff)
  • Sidewalls: W3Dgewall (3D-molded, injected)
  • Sidecut: approx. 132/106/125mm [VERIFY exact figures by length — sourced from the broader Armada 106 series, not confirmed length-by-length for this specific ARW 106 SKU]
  • Base: S7 sintered base
  • Laminates: Ash binding insert
  • Edges: 2.5mm Impact Edge, heat-treated
  • Binding Compatibility: No bindings included; brake width should equal or run up to 15mm wider than the 106mm waist (approx. 106–121mm brake)
CORE

100% Poplar core with Ash binding inserts

FLEX

Tip 6 / Mid 6 / Tail 6 (1–10 scale, 10 = stiffest)

SIDEWALLS

w3Dgewall (3D-molded, injected sidewall)

BASE

S7 sintered base

EDGES

2.5mm Impact Edge

BINDING COMPATIBILITY

Brake width equal to or up to 15mm wider than ski waist width; not sold with bindings

RIDE PROFILE

Terrain: All-Mountain, Big Mountain

Ability Level: Intermediate–Advanced

Tail Type: Partial Twin Tip

Rocker Type: Freestyle Rocker (Rocker/Camber/Rocker) — turn radius approx. 17m (164cm) / 18m (172cm)

 

 

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