Armada Reliance 88 C Ski w/ Strive 11 Demo Binding 2026 - Women's 168cm

The crisp morning air bites, the untouched corduroy stretches ahead, and the mountain whispers possibilities. Armada’s Reliance 88 C ski, paired with the responsive Strive 11 Demo Binding, is crafted for those who answer that call with unwavering confidence. At 168cm, this ski strikes a perfect balance of agility and stability, making every turn an intuitive extension of your intent. Its Poplar Core provides an energetic pop underfoot while maintaining a remarkably lightweight feel, reducing fatigue as you chase the sun across the resort. The EST All-Mountain Rocker profile ensures effortless turn initiation on groomed runs, yet it floats gracefully through those unexpected patches of softer snow, inviting exploration beyond the piste. With full AR100 Sidewalls, you’ll experience relentless edge grip and power transfer when digging trenches, coupled with exceptional durability for season after season of hard charging. From laying down precise arcs on hardpack to confidently navigating variable terrain, the Reliance 88 C ski is a true daily driver designed to elevate your all-mountain experience, offering a lively and precise ride that inspires both progression and pure joy on snow. 
 
PRODUCT CONDITION
 
This Armada Reliance 88 C Ski w/ Strive 11 Demo Binding 2026 - Women's 168cm is in Sample condition. The topsheets on these skis display light scuffing. Bases display a couple superficial scratches. Edges have a few burs. 
 
This item is a sales sample from the manufacturer. While the product is new, it may show signs of slight use coming from the product being displayed and/or tried on and may differ from a retail product.   

Disclaimer: The bindings on this ski are demo bindings that will accommodate many sizes of ski boots. The bindings have not been fitted and tested for your specific ski boot. The DIN on this binding has also not been adjusted in accordance with your specific height, weight, ski boot sole length, and skier type. We recommend that you have a certified binding technician adjust the bindings in accordance with your specific measurements to ensure that the bindings release properly.

TECH SPECS

• EST All-Mountain Rocker – Rocker is paired with tapered sidecuts both tip and tail to provide floatation in soft snow as well as forgiveness in turn shape. Comber underfoot maintains edge-hold on the hard pack.
• Flex (1=Soft, 10=Stiff) – Tip: 4 | Mid: 6 | Tail: 5
• Poplar Core – Stability, power and ease are paramount in this 100% Poplar wood core. For those looking for predictability and smoothness the Poplar Core delivers in all snow conditions.
• Carbon Reinforcement
• AR100 Sidewall – Superior edge grip for precision on the hardest of snow surfaces.
• Comp Series Base – Sintered UHMW polyethylene with added carbon aids in speed and durability on snow.
• 2.1 All Mountain Edge – Heat treated and built to avoid excess weight while maintaining durability, this edge gives the best balance of durability and feel of Armada's whole collection
• Terrain: All-Mountain
• Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced
• Rocker Type: Rocker/Camber/Rocker
• Turning Radius: Medium, 16.7m
• Core/Laminates: Carbon, Wood
• Tail Type: Flat
• Tip/Waist/Tail: 130/88/111
• BINDING
• DIN 3.5–11 
• 24 mm low stand height  -  Enhances power transfer and feel
• GripWalk auto-adjust  -  Seamless boot compatibility
• LDN toe design  -  Improved edge control
• Retractable elevated brakes  -  Smooth in deep snow or switch landings
• SCP + AFD system  -  Smooth and safe release
• Elastic travel  -  Balances retention and forgiveness
• Adjustable track  -  Customizable mounting for fleets