The Kimbo95 is a signature model developed based on the ideas of Kim Boberg. Although it has been available since the 2024-2025 season, it is a rare sight, rarely seen at test rides. What kind of ski is it?
Kim Bogerg and ARMADA SKI
Kim Boberg, nicknamed "Kimbo," is a Swedish ARMADA rider known for his unique style and creativity, and has received international acclaim. From street to backcountry, Kim has always pushed boundaries and amazed the audience with his skiing. For over 15 years, he has ridden ARMADA skis, garnering worldwide attention as a person who embodies the brand's ski culture
Kim's creativity can be seen in his video work "BUTTERFLY."
Held annually since 2014, the Kimbo Sessions is an event that symbolizes freeskiing, produced by Kimbo. Every May, top skiers from around the world gather in Kläppen, Sweden, for the "world's most chill and free session." Kimbo says, "The concept is 'no concept,'" and that the space of free expression where riders inspire each other is "an endless parade of tricks that normal people wouldn't think of (or could never do)."
Every year, social media is flooded with unconventional tricks and beautiful footage that make a huge impact on the world. Born from Kimbo's creativity, vision, and respected personality, this session has now become a symbol of global freeski culture
"Kimbo 95" aka "Narrow Stranger"
CONSTRUCTION
・AR FREESTYLE ROCKER
・POPLAR CORE
・2.5 IMPACT EDGE
・S7 BASE
・AR75 SIDEWALL
SPECS
D=130-95-121
R=15
Weight=1840g
L=182cm
¥137,500
Kimbo's signature model, developed with ARMADA, is the "Kimbo95." Having pursued park riding with a STRANGER, Kim's ideal was a 95mm waist width and 15mm radius. It could also be called the "Narrow STRANGER." It flexes as flexibly as a STRANGER, and has a dramatically lighter swing weight
The center of gravity is set 2-3cm further forward than the STRANGER, making it easier to freestyle in the park. Even at a one-size-fits-all 182cm length, the short radius makes tight turns a breeze. The soft yet responsive flex makes it ideal for tricks like butters, presses, and slashes
In addition, by lowering the center of gravity by approximately 6cm, the Kimbo95 also functions as a powerful cruiser on the slopes. This is because the AR Freestyle Rocker, which combines rocker at the tip and tail with camber underfoot, maintains stable gliding and carving performance in a variety of snow conditions. It is also great for spring slush, playing with terrain, and moguls, and its versatility makes it fun to even ski on bad snow, perfectly matching Kim's image
Staff member Masahiro Murai gives an explanation
Tomohiro Murai, an ARMADA staff member who has had a long-standing relationship with Kimbo, explained "Kimbo 95."
Information
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