Declivity X 108
Armada
$1,025.00
Sometimes, even a winning formula deserves an update. That’s what happened when the genius brains at Armada designed the Declivity X 108. A far cry from the type of skis Armada is most-known for, this burly plank had our testers hunting for fast, big turns on the deepest days in Vail’s Back Bowls.
The ski is comprised of poplar wood, which produces power at high speeds, an ATB-X metal layup that adds dampness, and a playful tip and tail combo. It’s like they took their usual recipe for stability, cranked it to 11 and then dialed it back just enough for some freestyle flair. The result: a damp, focused feel underfoot that’ll have you charging, contrasted by an impressive amount of pop in the tips and tails. Think of Todd Ligare ripping huge lines—this is his chosen tool.
The 24-meter radius (at 184 cm) just begs for full-throttle skiing and Armada’s All-Mountain Edge is built with a heat-treated metal that strikes the perfect balance between durability and feel. Tie that all up with a full length sidewall for optimal grip in harsh conditions.
Our tester said, “The Armada Declivity X 108 is a big mountain skier’s dream tool. This ski charges hard and seems to have no speed limit. The poplar wood core with the Ti reinforcement makes this ski extremely stable at high speeds.” Our testers made it clear that this is one of the most reliable skis in the test, holding onto whatever they could throw at it. The Declivity X 108 is for the advanced skier who seeks out big lines on wide-open faces. It thrives at making large turns and hefty airs in terrain commonly found at resorts like Snowbird, Vail or Jackson Hole. Turn your skiing up to 11 with the stable and reliable Armada Declivity X 108.
Sometimes, even a winning formula deserves an update. That’s what happened when the genius brains at Armada designed the Declivity X 108. A far cry from the type of skis Armada is most-known for, this burly plank had our testers hunting for fast, big turns on the deepest days in Vail’s Back Bowls.
The ski is comprised of poplar wood, which produces power at high speeds, an ATB-X metal layup that adds dampness, and a playful tip and tail combo. It’s like they took their usual recipe for stability, cranked it to 11 and then dialed it back just enough for some freestyle flair. The result: a damp, focused feel underfoot that’ll have you charging, contrasted by an impressive amount of pop in the tips and tails. Think of Todd Ligare ripping huge lines—this is his chosen tool.
The 24-meter radius (at 184 cm) just begs for full-throttle skiing and Armada’s All-Mountain Edge is built with a heat-treated metal that strikes the perfect balance between durability and feel. Tie that all up with a full length sidewall for optimal grip in harsh conditions.
Our tester said, “The Armada Declivity X 108 is a big mountain skier’s dream tool. This ski charges hard and seems to have no speed limit. The poplar wood core with the Ti reinforcement makes this ski extremely stable at high speeds.” Our testers made it clear that this is one of the most reliable skis in the test, holding onto whatever they could throw at it. The Declivity X 108 is for the advanced skier who seeks out big lines on wide-open faces. It thrives at making large turns and hefty airs in terrain commonly found at resorts like Snowbird, Vail or Jackson Hole. Turn your skiing up to 11 with the stable and reliable Armada Declivity X 108.
