Changes on the 05 ARV are as follows:
a. New Topsheet(Nylon) -Less chipping
b. New Maple Wood Core - Livelier,better dampening etc
c. Thicker edges - side and base
d. New funky graphics
e. Longer carbon stringer in tail
f. Torsionally stiffer - Better edge hold
g. ABS sidewall - better bonding, stronger, flex etc
I could carry on but wont. If you need any other info please email me. Jason@armadaskis.com