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Armada Fleet El Rey Alpine Ski - 2008
One of the top skiers in the world (TJ Shiller) chose the Armada El Ray Alpine Ski as his favorite new workhorse. As if that isn't enough, Armada lightened and strengthened this plank for the 08-09 season. The new lighter, refined wood core rocks with the tough cap construction and reinforced edges so you get the same continuous flex and solid ride with less weight. Armada's easy-to-maintain S7 sintered base hauls ass with minimal manicuring, and the fiberglass torsion box underfoot gives you all the stability you need for big hits and fast lines. Whether you're headed to the park or the back bowls, the El Rey Fleet Series Alpine Ski has you covered.
Bottom Line: Dont argue with the Shiller.
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im 5' 8" 130 and lookin at the 185 cm, would this be
im 5' 8" 130 and lookin at the 185 cm, would this be suicide?
By: wil3287058
October 20, 2009
Not suicide, but if you aren't gonna drive that length, that length will drive you around. It could get messy. For all mountain/park, the 178 would be a safe bet. But if you want that length, and think you can drive it, then go for it. Won't kill ya.
By: Shane O'Donnell
October 20, 2009
i live in wisconsin and ski groomers. there isn't much good
i live in wisconsin and ski groomers. there isn't much good pow up here. I've started to move more into the park and i want a ski that can do both, groomers and park.(i'm looking at the 09-10 model) would this ski be a good choice? if not what other ski?
By: shrop21
October 12, 2009
The El Rey is pretty good for the all mountain, and would be a good choice for you for sure. Other options could be the K2 Extreme, Armada AR6, Line Chronic, etc, etc. There are tons of good skis out there for this category, and many people will give you many different "best ski" options. Mine personally is the Extreme, but that's just me. For the price point, the El Rey is a great option too.
By: Shane O'Donnell
October 20, 2009
Good Skiis
By: Chris Heavener
May 22, 2009
These skiis are super solid. They offer a steady landing from jumps and drops, and work well on groomers as well as semi-deep powder. They even worked well for me on the moguls. My only complaint was that the base on the skiis was easily scratched and did not hold up well.
will the Marker 12.0 Free Ski Binding 90 mm fit this ski at 185
will the Marker 12.0 Free Ski Binding 90 mm fit this ski at 185 cm? or would I have to get the 110 mm wide bindings?
By: Kyle
October 5, 2009
No the 90mm brake will fit with the 89mm waist.
By: Shane O'Donnell
October 5, 2009
Why the hell prices for these skis go up so fast??? and why vendors
Why the hell prices for these skis go up so fast??? and why vendors dont tell you this??? they're losing many sales by this...at least im not gonna buy'em now
By: Mojitocruz
August 18, 2009
Can't Beat the Price
By: SpaceMac
December 9, 2008
These skis are the perfect answer for all your money woes! Armada cuts the cost by using Cap Construction but sacrifices little of what makes Armada great. Still a solid wood core ski, but includes fiberglass to give it a great pop in the park. Also lighter then most Armada skis, you can ski it longer for more stability while keeping the swing weight down. Great ski for anyone who rides park and likes money!
I am 5'5 130, should I get the 157 or 164?...Im pretty new
I am 5'5 130, should I get the 157 or 164?...Im pretty new to park.
By: Nick Gallucci
August 14, 2009
I personally dig a longer ski for park, just because it gives you that much more surface to get the speed you need, the flex and pop you want, and the landing gear to stomp. If you are new to park but still are a decent skier, I think the 164cm will be just fine for you.
By: Shane O'Donnell
August 15, 2009
5'3" 135 pounds consider myself expert all mountain
5'3" 135 pounds consider myself expert all mountain but new to park. One is this a good ski (park ski). Two should I get 157 or 164 length or different.... and Lastly will Marker Jester binding fit them? Thanks for all your help.
By: Dan
July 19, 2009
definitely 164 the 157 will be easier to get used to but the longer length makes you a better skier in the long run
By: Jeffrey Robbins
August 11, 2009
I am 5'7" and 135 pounds and an expert skiier. I ski
I am 5'7" and 135 pounds and an expert skiier. I ski out west and do the trees bowls bumps but i do the park to. Should I get the el reys in 157 or 164.
By: Jeffrey Robbins
July 18, 2009
At least the 164, and if you are an expert, the 171. The 154 will give you no float in the trees, no real stability at speed, and a small landing platform in the park.
By: Shane O'Donnell
August 19, 2009
Great All Around Ski!
By: Ben Marek
April 14, 2009
This is a great all around ski. It rips in the park, stable and light. Skis the pow very well, wide enough tip to float, and enough side cut to ski the tight trees - which is always the last place to get skied out. Seem to be durable, I have only had them for 5 weeks, but have about 15 days on them, and they are holding up very well. Great ski for the price, more float than a pipe cleaner or an AR6, and more versatility than an ARV and holds up way better than any K2 or Line.
i am 6ft and 230 pounds. i was thinkning about the 185 version,
i am 6ft and 230 pounds. i was thinkning about the 185 version, but am not too sure. i am at an intermediate level of skiing and wanting to begin riding park. would theses suit me?
By: tom
June 16, 2009
Yeah definitely a good ski to start up on park with, but can still kill it all over the mountain. And the 185, sounds like the right length for you.
By: Shane O'Donnell
June 16, 2009
anyone know the turn radius on the 185???
anyone know the turn radius on the 185???
By: Bryan Wespiser
April 21, 2009
21.2m
By: Shane O'Donnell
April 21, 2009
im around 6' 175 pounds, what length of ski should I get?
im around 6' 175 pounds, what length of ski should I get? 176 or more ?
By: Scott W.
April 2, 2009
The 178 length would be pretty much perfect for you.
By: Shane O'Donnell
April 2, 2009
I'm just wondering if this ski would be good for me. I would
I'm just wondering if this ski would be good for me. I would call myself an expert skier but am not very good in the park (out of it I can ski everything well). I have a pair of 164 Stockli Stormriders which are small for me so I am looking for some new skis to buy. My budget is small, I'm looking for something below $300 dollars (without bindings, I have some rossignol scratch bindings that are not being used) but want a ski that will serve me well both in and out of the park, although out of the park I have my Stockli's, so a good park ski comes first. I'm 5'10", 160 pounds, and ski in Maine, so there isn't much powder to worry about. I was wondering if these skis would serve me well, and if I decide to get them whether I should get the 171's or 178's.
By: salsa23031546545
March 5, 2009
If you end up grabbing these skis, you might not use your Stockli's much anymore. The El Ray is a fun ski all over the mountain and its wood core will give you plenty of edge hold and durability. For someone your size, I'd aim for the 178cm. The skis are light enough that you shouldn't have any trouble getting some park tricks figured out.
By: Elias Littenberg
March 9, 2009
Im stuck between k2 silencers Rossi s2 jago and the armada el
Im stuck between k2 silencers Rossi s2 jago and the armada el rey. im on a fairly tight budget needing enough money for a decent set of bindings. im fairly light but not feather weight and i keep reading all these reviews that push me to and from each of these but i prefere them unless you reccomend another price point twin tip all-mountain ski. im into the park a quarter of the day depending on conditions and rippin on blacks and some blues PLEASE HELP BY ANSWERING!
By: Tez
March 4, 2009
el rey will perform better anywhere park pow blacks rossis don't have the float
By: nicrookes
April 24, 2009
I have a pair of the Armada El Reys while my brother has the Rossis it depends what you like to do. The Armadas are better for park and are fairly flexible to absorb shock and switch landings but the Rossi can perform better on the slopes and through powder
By: Joey
March 9, 2009
13 year old skier moving up from a 149 cm K2 Juvy. 5'6"
13 year old skier moving up from a 149 cm K2 Juvy. 5'6" and 125 pounds. Did a demo on the Rossi S3 in 160 but it was a little too much ski (too much for my weight I think). Any ideas on whether the El Rey in 157 would be a better next step? I'm a pretty advanced skier and like the glades, chutes and bowls. Not much time in the park but like to ride switch a little. I also thought about trying the S3 in a 150 cm but it wasn't available to demo.
By: jleonard91881264
February 28, 2009
ya el reys are great they are more flexible and easier to turn so get the 157
By: Jeffrey Robbins
August 11, 2009
im 13 and 110 pounds and i have the 09 el reys in 171 and there not to much ski i can do everything first day could 720
By: nicrookes
April 24, 2009
hey, i'm 5-9 and 145 pounds, what size of ski should i get??
hey, i'm 5-9 and 145 pounds, what size of ski should i get??
By: Bri_guy101
February 24, 2009
I am the same size and the K2 Apache Recons and tight as hell...they ride well in crap and hold up in powder
By: Josh P
February 24, 2009
i am a former advanced skiier who has been boarding for the past
i am a former advanced skiier who has been boarding for the past 13 years and looking to get back into skiing. i'm in the sierras most of the time, do probably 60% groomers, 30% pow/trees, 10% park. would this be a good choice for me to get back in the game?
By: Scott
February 17, 2009
ive got the el reys there perfect for all that
By: nicrookes
April 24, 2009
what is a good length for someone 6-2, and 180 lbs
what is a good length for someone 6-2, and 180 lbs
By: Chase Williams
January 18, 2009
you could use either the 178mm or if you are an expert more up to the 185mm.
By: willie2272186
January 19, 2009
Should i go with the Volkl Ledges or the Aramda el rays....i
Should i go with the Volkl Ledges or the Aramda el rays....i ski mostly in colorado... wanted a ski that i can use going through the trees and on the bumps but also take in the park
By: Fred
December 22, 2008
ledges are insane bought a pair last week for this season
By: jeff
December 22, 2008
should i go with the aramda el rays or the k2 extremes.. i live
should i go with the aramda el rays or the k2 extremes.. i live on the east coast and want to go in an out of park and do everything else
By: Evan
December 17, 2008
el rey will float better and are super strong
By: nicrookes
April 24, 2009
the k2's are similer to the p.e. and will give you better edge hold for back east conditions and better park performance.
By: willie2272186
December 17, 2008
How stiff are these? I'm looking for something that I can
How stiff are these? I'm looking for something that I can go pretty fast on. Mostly groomers with some crud (think New England) and was wondering if these were good.
By: Henry Cole
December 14, 2008
the el rey will do good if you get something softer it will chater alot these are medium soft
By: nicrookes
April 24, 2009
I would personally get something stiffer. Try the Line Blend, or the Volkl Bridge.
By: D. Joshua Christensen
December 14, 2008
How much does a pair of the 178's weigh?
How much does a pair of the 178's weigh?
they weigh right near 8.5 lbs without a binding
By: Jeffrey Robbins
August 11, 2009
they are all light as hell for an adult ski
By: ilo2775879
February 15, 2009
Change me.
Tech Specs:
- Lengths:
- [157cm] 117 / 81 / 107mm; [164cm] 119 / 83 / 109mm; [171cm] 121 / 85 / 111mm; [178cm] 123 / 87 / 113mm; [185] 125 / 89 / 115mm
- Construction:
- Cap construction, fiberglass
- Core Material:
- Fleet Core (sustainable wood)
- Base:
- S7 Sintered
- Tail:
- Twintip
- Binding System:
- No
- Binding Included:
- No
- Recommended Binding:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- All-mountain, park & pipe
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- Austria
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