Armada AR One - What We Have Learned.
 Armada AR One Ski BootArmada has entered the boot game, and we have had plenty of people in store trying them on, people skiing them, and overall getting feedback from people on their first thoughts on the boot. One common piece of feedback, or question rather, we get is why start making boots? Simple, Armada felt like there had to be a better boot for their target market. Freestyle boots have been the same since literally the 80's. Time will tell if this boot knocked it out of the park, or where it goes, but one thing I commend Armada on is that they are attempting it, and going all in.What have we learned? The fit of the boot has been very well received. Some comments of pressure points here or there but that comes with any boot and a variety of foot shapes. What I will say that is apparent that Armada tried address is heel hold, and ankle security. It is not like the materials they used are too dense/stiff or uncomfortable, they just focused on trying to keep the foot planted in the boot. This ultimately gives you better control of the ski and makes things such as switch ups much easier. On top of the padding, they address this with their instep buckle. This unique buckle shape really does make a difference when pulling your foot back. The one thing I will say is I do see customer fumble with this buckle a little their first time. No different in watching someone try to buckle one of those competitor boots that use cables for buckles. However, you can make adjustments to this buckle to make it easier to close or latch. Overall I think they did a fantastic job in addressing this aspect of the boot and the rest of the boot feels great! Cant wait to get more time and laps on these, truly give them the full gauntlet test, but for now, Im a big fan! Again, its something new and someone is trying to shake up the boot game which has been stagnant for years. Props to Armada.
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