Armada Reliance 88 C Ski - 2024

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"The Reliance 88 C is my top pick for skiers who want something light and lively that still holds strong on hardpack. The Caruba core keeps it incredibly nimble, but the carbon stringers give it the power to arc turns without chatter. It feels effortless to ski and still confident when you open it up."We want a frontside ski that doesn’t fold when conditions change—and the Armada Reliance 88 C Ski delivers that balance with ease. Built to thrive on groomers, it surprises us with its versatility off-piste, especially when we get lucky with overnight snowfall. Lightweight, responsive, and full of energy, the Reliance 88 C gives us a ride that’s smooth on edge but still quick enough to navigate tight trees or unexpected terrain shifts.Armada's lightest wood core, Caruba, pairs with woven carbon stringers to create a stable yet poppy platform that’s easy to control at speed and reactive through the turn. The EST All Mountain Rocker profile helps the ski initiate turns with fluidity while offering enough float in softer snow. A sintered Comp Series base keeps the glide fast and smooth, while the AR100 sidewalls and 2.1 All Mountain Edge deliver excellent grip and precision when carving on firm conditions. The Reliance 88 C is built for advanced skiers who want all-day fun on the frontside with the freedom to explore beyond it.