Armada ARV 96 or Line Blend?

Gmoney1996

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Im looking to get all mountain skis for fun in the park and everywhere else. Currently looking at the 2016 Blends and the Arv 96's. Could use someones opinion on what to do.
 
Given these two choices I would go with the blend. Definitely softer in the tip and tail but will still rip all mountain. Dont know much about the ARV.

I think you should check out the Armada edollo. I am an ok park skier and bought these to progress in the park. I still wanted to rip all mountain so I was a little concerned because it is a more park-oriented ski. I have to say it absolutely kills it in all conditions. trees, bumps, groomers, anything. It has also made me a much better park skier. Check it out for sure.

hope this helped
 
13769612:doitbig said:
Blends are softer and a bit wider...otherwise very similar.

Similar isn't the word I would use. The blend is a noodle all the way through. The ARV 96 is going to have a bit more of a medium flex in the middle with softer tip and tails. Not to mention the more tapered tip/tail shape that the ARV 96 has whereas the blend is a bit more of a traditional tip/tail shape. Line skis also have more a damper feel than armadas so keep that in mind. The blend also has a more gradual rocker profile compared to the more abrupt style of rocker on the ARV 96.
 
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