Armada ARV 106 vs Armada Magic J UL
Skis comparison — 2023-2024 season
How they compare
the Armada ARV 106 leans more all mountain, while the Armada Magic J UL leans more freeride/powder. They share a twin tip shape — symmetrical tips for skiing switch and park; playful and forgiving. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Armada ARV 106 targets advanced riders while the Armada Magic J UL is aimed at expert riders. At $89 vs $749.95 MSRP, the Armada Magic J UL is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Armada ARV 106
7
Armada Magic J UL
3
Powder
Armada ARV 106
5
Armada Magic J UL
9
Freestyle
Armada ARV 106
6
Armada Magic J UL
3
Freeride
Armada ARV 106
5
Armada Magic J UL
6
Stiffness
Armada ARV 106N/A
Armada Magic J ULN/A
Versatility
Armada ARV 106
8
Armada Magic J UL
5
Armada ARV 106
Armada Magic J UL
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainFreeride, Powder
ShapeTwin Tip
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelExpert
MSRP$749.95
MSRP$89
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
180 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
190 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Armada ARV 106
The non-Ti ARV 106. More common used than the 106 Ti, and a different ski. Do not pay Ti money for a standard 106, and inspect the bases as a pair.