For lighter skiers under 75 kilos who have big plans: This ski combines low weight with high performance. The Agent 104, which inspires both beginners and experts and scores with an attractive value for money.

The Armada Locator 104 is one of the top freetouring skis. The ski is fairly light (for its width), is easy to ski and is convincing across the entire range of applications. Even short turns can be skied really well with the 104. The centred position over the ski provides security, even at speed the ski does not falter.

With its dimensions and its strength in powder, the Locator 104 is a freetourer. This makes it all the more astonishing how well the fairly light ski also handles tight turns and higher speeds. It is very easy to ski, reliable - and simply fun. Top for downhill-orientated tourers.

The lightest ski tested with a considerable centre width. It is therefore also suitable for longer ascents in the backcountry without requiring too much strength for the descent. The Locator 104 is easy to turn and playful to ski. It tends to be softer and is therefore a good choice for all advanced riders under 75 kg.

If there is such a thing as an "everyday backcountry touring ski" that performs excellently in both the best and the worst conditions, then the 2024 "Locator 104" is right at the top.

Although the Armada Locator 104 is light, it "irons" quite well even through tracked terrain and is not easily irritated by anything. The smooth ride and edge grip are also impressive. At the same time, it is still good-natured and therefore not difficult to ride.