Armada SHORT PANTS PARADOX SKI 2024
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The Short Pants Paradox is a powerful, maneuverable big mountain ski with a shorter length for tight terrain and serious float.
| Rider Type (Terrain Type) | Big Mountain, Freeride, Powder |
| Ability | Advanced to Expert |
| Rocker/Profile | EST Freeride Rocker (rockered tip with camber underfoot, no tail rocker) |
| Tip/Waist/Tail (mm) | 138 / 112 / 132 (at 176 cm) |
| Turn Radius (m) | 21.5 |
| Weight (g per ski) | Approx. 1750 |
The Short Pants Paradox delivers powerful big mountain performance in a shorter, maneuverable package that floats through powder and charges hard lines with style.
Built from the ground up with a 112mm waist and a long 21.5m turn radius, it offers outstanding flotation and stability for confident high-speed skiing in tight terrain. The EST Freeride Rocker with extra tip taper optimizes floatation in soft snow while camber underfoot ensures grip and control on firmer surfaces. A robust Caruba wood core provides strength and vibration dampening for hard-charging days, while the durable sintered base glides effortlessly across long flat sections. Its flat tail promotes quick, smooth transitions and stability at speed, making this ski ideal for advanced to expert freeriders seeking versatility and power in diverse mountainous terrain.
- 112mm Waist: Superior floatation for powder with versatility across conditions.
- Long 21.5m Turn Radius: Maintains stability during fast, wide turns.
- EST Freeride Rocker: Rockered tip with camber underfoot for responsive handling and grip.
- Caruba Core: Lightweight, strong wood core for vibration dampening and smooth flex.
- Sintered Base: Durable and fast base for excellent glide.
- Flat Tail: Enhances control and quick turn transitions.
Size Chart
| Length (cm) | 168 | 176 |
| Tip Width (mm) | 136 | 138 |
| Waist Width (mm) | 110 | 112 |
| Tail Width (mm) | 130 | 132 |
| Turn Radius (m) | 21.5 | 21.5 |
| Recommended Rider Weight (kg) | 75-95 | 80-105 |
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