ARV 116 JJ UL Ski - 2027

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying

"The JJ UL has gotten noticeably better with the Caruba core swap — it's already a light ski for its size, but now it feels genuinely quick and easy to move around in deep snow. The Smear Tech at the tips and tails is the real differentiator though. You stop worrying about catching an edge in crud or on takeoffs and just ski. If you're hiking for your turns or want a dedicated pow ski that won't wear you out, this is a strong choice."

Who It's For

Intermediate to Advanced Big Mountain and Powder Skiers

Skiers who chase soft snow and want a dedicated powder tool that's light enough to earn turns under their own power. The ARV 116 JJ UL suits riders who prioritize float, playfulness, and low swing weight over all-mountain versatility, and who spend time in variable backcountry or sidecountry terrain.

What It's For

Big Mountain and Powder Terrain

The ARV 116 JJ UL is built for deep days and soft snow. The 116mm waist and rocker-camber-rocker profile deliver float in powder while keeping the ski manageable in variable conditions. Smear Tech shaping at the tips and tails makes the ski forgiving and self-centering in unpredictable snow.

Why We Like It

Lightweight Powder Build with Smear Tech Shaping

The ARV 116 JJ UL leads with a Caruba wood core — one of the lightest fast-growing hardwoods available — keeping the swing weight low without sacrificing liveliness. The Laminate Matrix uses directional fiberglass layering to tune the flex pattern and torsional rigidity for a quick, forgiving feel. The AR 75 Sidewall runs 75% sidewall construction with 25% cap at the tips and tails, balancing edge hold with weight savings. Smear Tech's 3D beveled base at the tips and tails resists catching in crud and self-centers in deep snow. Lightweight edges and an S7 base round out a package built for skiers who move under their own power.