As the beach umbrellas go away and the sweatpants and hoodies come out for fall, that only means one thing to us mountain lovers: ski season is right around the corner. About now, you, me, and the rest of the ski community are researching new equipment and making sure everything still fits. Chances are you love new gear like I do. Are you searching for a new ski this season but don’t know what to choose? Let me make it simple: choose the Armada ARV 94. This ski comes in both black and “Madsteez” top sheet graphics and is a perfect ski to get you all around the mountain.
Do you have a ten-ski quiver that you have to choose from every day depending on the snowfall, snow quality, and other variables like whether you’ll be riding the park, big air, fresh powder, or even taking laps on the groomers? What if I told you that you didn’t have to choose between any of these and could have a one-ski quiver this year? Would that be something you’re interested in? Meet the 2027 Armada ARV 94 Madsteez, a playful all-mountain freestyle ski built for skiers who see the entire mountain as their playground.
Whether you’re hitting rails, sending side hits, carving groomers, or hunting for fresh snow in the trees, the ARV 94 is designed to keep the day interesting. At 94 mm underfoot, the ARV 94 hits the sweet spot between dedicated terrain park skis and wider freeride skis. Its AR Freestyle Rocker combines rockered tips and tails with camber underfoot, creating a ski that feels playful while still providing the control needed when conditions get firm. The 100% poplar core provides stability, power, and pop without adding unnecessary weight. That means easier spins, more confidence on jumps, and plenty of energy when popping off natural features. And because park skiing can be rough on your ski gear, durability matters. The ARV 94 uses oversized 2.5 Impact Edges and Armada’s w3Dgewall construction to create a ski designed to handle repeated laps through the park.
The best part about the ARV 94 is that the fun doesn’t stop when you leave the terrain park. Its 94 mm waist makes it quick enough for groomers while still providing the versatility to explore trees, bumps, side hits, and variable snow.
For skiers searching for the best skis for park and all-mountain riding, the ARV 94 brings both worlds together. Instead of owning one pair of freestyle skis for park days and another pair of all-mountain skis for everything else, the ARV 94 is designed to do a little bit of everything.
As always, the topsheet and bottom sheet graphics feature artwork created by longtime Armada collaborator MADSTEEZ. As I mentioned earlier, the ARV line comes in both a black topsheet with an icy blue bottom sheet, and the MADSTEEZ topsheet; like years past, features amazing artwork that gives the ski a unique look. I’m very tempted to order these skis myself and they could be replacing multiple skis in my quiver very shortly.
Choosing an Armada ARV freestyle ski is also about personality. Armada has built its reputation around skiing differently, and the ARV lineup reflects that through creative graphics, twin-tip designs, and skis built around freestyle progression. Whether you’re learning your first 360, hitting rails, or searching for natural features, the ARV gives you the freedom to develop your own style. Armada’s ARV line was created for the skier who pushes the limits in every category of skiing and who finds new and interesting ways down the mountain every run. Grab a pair of ARV 94s this year, and I promise you will not be disappointed.
