Introduction

Simplify your backcountry kit with the Armada Locator 104 Skis with Shift 13 Bindings 2023 – 178cm is a perfect blend of performance and versatility. This one-quiver touring ski is designed to handle any terrain or snow condition with ease. The cambered 104mm waist width provides a stable platform for carving turns on hardpack, while the rockered tip and long taper offer excellent float in powder. The Armada Locator 104 Skis are constructed with a lightweight wood core and carbon fiber reinforcements for a responsive and energetic ride. The Shift 13 Bindings are lightweight yet durable, providing reliable retention and release for safety and performance. The Armada Locator 104 Skis with Shift 13 Bindings 2024 – 178cm is not just about performance, it’s also about comfort and convenience. The Shift 13 Bindings feature a multi-setting release system that can be easily adjusted to suit different skiing styles or conditions. The bindings also have a hike and ride switch, making transitions from uphill to downhill skiing seamless. The Armada Locator 104 Skis are designed with a smooth, predictable flex pattern that makes them easy to control and fun to ski. Whether you’re exploring the backcountry or cruising the resort, the Armada Locator 104 Skis with Shift 13 Bindings 2024 – 178cm is a reliable choice for any adventure.

PRODUCT CONDITION

This UnNew Armada Locator 104 Skis Skis w/ Shift 13 Bindings 2023 – 178cm is in Good condition.

Products in Good condition have been well loved, but still have life left in them. Signs of wear may include pilling, snags, lint, animal hair, dried dirt, minor but noticeable staining, and other cosmetic imperfections. Small tears or holes may be present, but will not affect the functionality of the item.

With this item, the following damages were observed:

-light cosmetic scuffing on topsheets

This ski has been restored with a factory tune and wax.

Disclaimer: These bindings on this ski are mounted for approximately a 300mm boot sole length measures from the tech toe inserts to the heel inserts. The bindings have not been fitted and mounted for your specific ski boot. We recommend that you have a certified binding technician adjust the bindings in accordance with your specific measurements to ensure that the bindings fit properly.

TECH SPECS

• EST Freeride Rocker Forebody rocker and extra tip taper; Positive camber under foot with no tail rocker
• Flex (1=Soft, 10=Stiff) Tip: 6 | Mid: 7 | Tail: 7
• Caruba Core Armada’s lightest wood species creates the best uphill feel while retaining the power and dampness required for descending in the gnarliest of terrain. This core makes no concessions in its quest to be ultralight.
• TI Binding Dampener Below the binding, a sandwich of rubber, titanal, and finally more rubber works to dampen vibration that otherwise chatters into your bots and shortens your day. Ski bell to bell with extra damping provided.
• Carbon Reinforcement Specially placed carbon stringers add pop and stiffness without adding weight.
• Comp Series Base Sintered UHMW polyethylene with added carbon aids in speed and durability on snow.
• 1.7 Lightweight Edge Light and strong, these heat-treated edges effect the feel of the ski minimally to ensure a snappy, lightweight feel.
• AR Bat Tail Self Center Tail Clip Design
• Terrain: Alpine Touring
• Ability Level: Advanced-ExpertMore
• Rocker Type: Rocker/CamberMore
• Turning Radius: Long More
• Core/Laminates: Carbon, Metal, Wood
• Tail Type: Partial Twin Tip
• Tip/Waist/Tail: 131/104/121
• Turning Radius: 22m
• BINDINGS
• Dual Mode Toepiece MNC (Multi-Norm Certified) for skiing, including WTR soles. Converts to a tech toe for touring (requires a boot with tech toe fittings).
• XL Wings Long wings for a great envelopment of the boots.
• Toe Height Adjustable Adjustable toe height to let you switch between different boot norms.
• Lateral Elasticity 47mm
• Easy Step-In
• Sliding Toe Pedal
• Freeski Brakes Self retracting brakes adapted to modern skis and practices. Eliminates hang ups on switch landings.
• Hike and Ride Switch A switch lever to shift between hike and ski mode
• Accessing Toe for Touring 1. Pull back on block between toe wings to open tech arms. 2. Depress front lever to widen arms to step in. 3. Pull up on lever to lock arms securely for skinning.
• Preparing Heel for Touring Pull back on the brake pad and fix the brake in the “up” position by stepping down on the pad.
• Climbing Aids 2 & 10
• Boot Compatibility: Multi Norm Compatibile (MNC) Compatible with all adult boot sole types, including ISO 5355 Alpine, ISO 9523 Touring, WTR (Walk to Ride) and GripWalk.
• Tech Toe Fittings Required For Use In Uphill (Touring) Mode
• Requires Boot with Full Heel and Toe Lugs Not compatible with boots like the Dynafit Hoji and TLT, Atomic Backland, Salomon X-Alp and Arc’teryx Procline, among others. These boots have shortened or non-existent lugs and will not fit into the Shift in downhill mode.
• Low Profile Chassis Low stand height for increased terrain feedback and enhanced power transmission.
• Oversized Platform Super wide platform enabling high transfer of energy, even on wide skis.
• Elastic Travel Ultimate elastic travel to hold in boots during impact in order to go bigger with no risk of pre-release
• Carbon-Infused PA Construction
• Adjustment Range 30mm
• Height 30mm
• Compatible with Salomon S/LAB Shift Crampons
• Type: Tech
• Ability Level: Advanced-Expert
• DIN Range: 6-13
• Boot Sole Type: Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), Alpine Touring (ISO 9523), Tech, Walk to Ride (WTR), GripWalk (ISO 23223)