By Ava Mitchell
Armada Reliance 92 ti
Overview
The Reliance 92 Ti is a directional all‑mountain ski built for advanced to expert women who demand versatility across varied conditions. With a 92 mm waist it balances edge grip and maneuverability, while a modest rockered tip smooths turn initiation in mixed snow. The ski feels lively and composed: energy releases quickly when committing to a turn and the metal reinforcement gives confidence at speed. Expect a sport‑oriented frontside‑biased ski that can still cope with chopped up snow and occasional powder pockets without feeling out of its depth.
On‑snow performance
On snow the Reliance 92 Ti shines on groomers and mixed conditions. The positive camber underfoot combined with a rockered tip delivers strong edge hold for carving, yet the tip rocker prevents the nose from hooking into chopped snow. At speed the ski stays stable thanks to the articulated titanal banding and the full‑length sidewall underfoot; vibration is controlled so lines remain smooth even on rougher groomers or when pushing hard.
Turning and edge behaviour
Turning feels direct and predictable without being overly stiff. The turn radius ranges from about 15.5 to 17.5 m depending on length, which makes the shorter sizes lively in short to mid‑radius turns while longer skis offer more stability in big carved arcs. Edge traction is strong due to the AR100 sidewall and heat‑treated edges; the light tip rocker aids turn initiation without sacrificing speed or power through the turn.
Construction and specs explained
Construction and specs: the ski uses a lightweight wood core (Caruba or Poplar depending on region/year), Articulated Titanal Banding for added stability and snappy turn initiation, and a Comp Series sintered UHMW base with carbon for durability and speed. Rocker profile is EST All‑Mountain Rocker — rockered tip with positive camber underfoot and a brief tail rise on some descriptions. Dimensions per length vary: tip 128.5–132 mm, waist 92 mm, tail 114.5–118 mm. Weights are approximately 1650–1925 g per ski depending on length.
Who should buy this ski?
Who should buy this ski? The Reliance 92 Ti is ideal for advanced women skiers who spend most of their time on piste but want a ski that handles varied snow and occasional off‑piste lines. It stacks up well against the Black Pearl 92 and Santa Ana 93 but feels slightly more aggressive and stable at speed. Drawbacks to consider are modest additional weight and a performance‑oriented flex that may be less forgiving for lighter or purely recreational skiers.
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