The AR ONE Series

The full AR ONE series includes five models, from a stated flex of 90 to 130, all of which are based on the same 100 mm last. Early-release models available this January include the 130 and 110 flex in sizes 24/.5, 26/.5, and 27/.5. Here’s the breakdown of the full series, which will be available in the fall of 2025:

• AR ONE 130 MV (size 24–29.5)
• AR ONE 120 MV (size 24–29.5)
• AR ONE 110 MV (size 23–29.5)
• AR ONE 100 MV (size 23–29.5)
• AR ONE 90 MV (size 23–29.5)

Many materials and features are shared across the whole lineup, but the 100 and 90 models lack several of the higher-end features, such as the adjustable forward lean, “Kush” damping boot board, replaceable hardware, adjustable liner tongue, elastic power strap, and “Mid Grip” rubber under the arch.

Shell Design & Materials

The AR ONE 130, 120, and 110 all utilize a polyurethane shell, cuff, and tongue, and all AR ONE models are heat-moldable via the “Memory Fit” process, which is shared with Armada’s sibling, Atomic.

Armada labels the AR ONE as a “Hybrid Cabrio” boot. For reference, a traditional Cabrio or “3-piece” boot relies primarily on its tongue for the flex pattern of the boot. A traditional 2-piece boot lacks a tongue and instead relies on the connection of its upper cuff and lower shell for its flex pattern. To be clear: these are generalizations with exceptions — we’re primarily just trying to provide context for how Armada is positioning their boot. See our GEAR:30 podcast for a more nuanced discussion on these general categories.

The AR ONE utilizes a plastic tongue and lower shell with a pretty open throat design, akin to a traditional Cabrio boot, but the AR ONE has a more substantial upper cuff than many 3-piece boots. Overall, the AR ONE’s shell design is somewhat reminiscent of boots like the Scarpa Maestrale, Quattro XT, phaenom fs 01 120, and Dynafit Radical. Aside from the phaenom design, all of those are touring boots with walk mechanisms; in contrast, the AR ONE lacks a walk mechanism and is primarily designed for downhill performance.

Looking past currently available boots, the AR ONE looks somewhat reminiscent of the old Salomon SPK and Ghost boots, which haven’t been in production for many years but were loved by certain skiers.