A direct connection to the snow. The Armada Strive 12 GW ski binding features an ultra-low profile LDN toe piece and an extra-wide pedal for maximum power transmission. Auto-compatible with GripWalk soles, it delivers lightweight, secure freeride control. Read more.
Ultra-Low Profile. Direct Connection.
The Armada Strive 12 GW is built for the modern skier who demands an uncompromised, zero-lag connection to their skis. It strips away unnecessary stack height, placing your boot closer to the snow than traditional bindings. This low center of gravity enhances power transmission, response, and overall terrain feel. From landing in the park as Silver Star, to driving a wide freeride ski through tight trees in Revy, the Strive 12 GW delivers heavy-hitting performance in a remarkably lightweight package.
LDN Toe Piece: Low, Direct, Neutral design. By placing the binding mechanism closer to the ski, it drops your center of gravity for enhanced snow feel and lightning-fast edge-to-edge response.
Extra-Wide Toe Pedal (>60mm): A super-wide binding-to-boot interface that guarantees maximum lateral power transmission and rock-solid stability.
XL Wings & Elastic Travel: Long, wrap-around wings securely cradle your boot toe. Paired with superior elastic travel, this system absorbs heavy impacts and prevents frustrating pre-releases in rough terrain.
Automatic Boot Compatibility: Auto-adapts seamlessly to both traditional Alpine ISO 5355 soles and modern GripWalk (GW) soles. Just step in, click, and go.
Low Profile Chassis: Reduced stand height preserves your ski’s natural flex pattern while transferring your energy straight into the edges.
Should you choose the Strive 14? While both share the same ultra-low profile chassis for a direct connection to the snow, the choice comes down to your size, ski width, and charging style.
The Strive 12 uses high-density composites to keep swing-weight at an absolute minimum—making it the ultimate choice for lighter riders and smooth all-mountain cruisers who prioritize a nimble, energy-saving setup.
Upgrade to the Strive 14 if you weigh over 150 lbs, drive a wider ski (100mm+ underfoot), or always ski hard and love to jump off stuff. The Strive 14 injects strategic metal reinforcements into the toe wings and heel housing. That extra metal means zero chassis flex, giving heavy hitters the added durability to handle massive leverage and a stiffer, instantaneous edge-to-edge response at high speeds.
