Armada Locator 96 Ski - 2027 Slate, 171cm

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying""The Locator 96 sits in a sweet spot that a lot of skiers are looking for — narrow enough to carve on groomers but with enough width to handle softer days without feeling out of its depth. The Caruba core keeps it light, especially in the shorter lengths, and the freeride rocker makes it forgiving in variable snow. I'd hand this to someone who skis a variety of conditions and wants one ski that doesn't make compromises.""Who It's ForIntermediate to Advanced All-Mountain SkiersThe Locator 96 is built for skiers who want a dependable, do-everything platform without going too wide. It suits riders who spend most of their time on the full mountain — mixing groomers, variable pitch, and softer snow — and want edge control and float in the same ski. What It's ForAll-Mountain Terrain in Variable ConditionsAt 96mm underfoot, the Locator 96 covers a wide range of conditions without specializing in any one of them. It carves responsively on hardpack, manages variable and mixed snow comfortably, and has enough width to handle softer days. The freeride rocker profile helps it move through tracked-out snow while the cambered midsection holds an edge when the terrain demands it. Why We Like ItCaruba Core and Freeride Rocker in a Versatile All-Mountain WidthThe Locator 96 builds on the same platform as the wider Locator skis — Caruba core, freeride rocker, Ti binding dampener, and carbon reinforcement — but narrows the waist to 96mm for skiers who prioritize edge grip and precision alongside soft-snow capability. The AR75 sidewall delivers consistent power over the edge, and the Comp Series base provides reliable glide across snow types. Five available lengths give a wide range of skiers a well-matched option, with the shorter 157cm standing out as a particularly light and quick setup."

Price: $849.95 from Backcountry