Armada Strive 12 GW – white

Armada N Strive 12 GW - White - 26/27

The Strive 12 GW is a lightweight alpine binding that makes a lot of sense on park and all-mountain skis. Its DIN range of 4–12 covers a broad range of skiers, while the low-profile design keeps the binding close to the ski without adding unnecessary bulk.

The wide toe piece measures over 60 mm and is designed to improve power transfer and stability. The low-profile construction also allows the ski to flex naturally underfoot, which is useful when you actually want to feel what the ski is doing rather than standing on top of a tall stack.

Boot compatibility is refreshingly straightforward. The toe automatically adjusts for both Alpine ISO 5355 and GripWalk ISO 23223 soles, including automatic adjustment of the toe height and side wings. No manual fiddling when changing between compatible boots — just step in and go.

With its combination of low weight, compact construction and DIN 4–12 range, the Strive 12 GW is a sensible match for skis that need to stay playful and responsive, particularly park and all-mountain setups. Just make sure the brake width matches your ski width, or is no more than 15 mm wider.

Tech Specs

• DIN: 4–12
• Boot Compatibility: Alpine ISO 5355 and GripWalk ISO 23223
• Toe Adjustment: Automatic
• Wing Adjustment: Automatic
• Toe Piece Width: >60 mm
• Construction: Low-profile
• Brake Width: Should match ski width or be up to 15 mm wider
• Intended Use: Park and all-mountain skiing

Who is this binding for?

The Strive 12 GW makes sense for skiers building a park or all-mountain setup who want a relatively lightweight binding without stepping outside a DIN range of 4–12. The automatic Alpine/GripWalk compatibility is particularly useful if you use different compatible boots or simply prefer not to spend your afternoon adjusting bindings.

It is a practical choice when you want the ski to remain the main character. If you're looking for a binding with a higher DIN range, this isn't it — the Strive 12 tops out at 12.