Armada Bantam - Youth vs Armada Magic J

How they compare

the Armada Bantam - Youth leans more all mountain, while the Armada Magic J leans more powder. They share a twin tip shape — symmetrical tips for skiing switch and park; playful and forgiving. The Armada Bantam - Youth has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Armada Magic J uses hybrid (rocker/camber) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). At $119 vs $449 MSRP, the Armada Bantam - Youth is the more budget-friendly option.