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product features
Poplar Core
Poplar, a light, durable softwood, provides flex, pop, and vibration absorption. It enables all-mountain freestyle skiing, combining pop and have enough torsional stability for a solid downhill grip.
Recycled Materials
We are working with our production partners to eliminate material waste. We now mix base, sidewall and topsheet material scraps back into the raw material used for production, reducing carbon emissions while ensuring the same level of quality & durability.
Locally Sourced Materials
In an effort to reduce the impact of our supply chain, we strive to source materials from European companies that are based near our factories.
Sustainable Wood Cores
Our poplar, beech and ash cores are sourced from the forests that are growing near our European factories, eliminating the carbon cost of transporting raw materials across great distances.
100% Renewable Energy Factory
This ski is produced in a cutting-edge facility that runs on electrical power that is 100% renewable. The factory no longer uses oil, resulting in annual CO2 emissions reductions of a whopping 10 million kilograms.
XL 2.5mm Edges
The 2.5mm edges stack an extra 25% of height on top of our already super-durable standard 2.0mm edges. This extra steel gives the rider a pair of skis that are going to take more abuse and last longer.
Full Strength Sidewall
A construction that places strips of protective material along the sides of each core, between the edge and the topsheet. Sidewalls provide the best possible edge hold and stability when the ski is engaged in a turn as well as protecting the woodcore and edges.
Elliptical Sidecut
Elliptical Sidecut is made up of a longer radius underfoot and shorter radii in the tip and tail of the ski. The long radius underfoot means you can pivot faster and easier, the shorter radius result in easier turn initiation.
Anti-Chip Micro-Cap
Micro-cap is a hybrid of premium sandwich sidewall fused with durable lightweight cap construction. Provides strong edge hold, torsional stability, and protects joint prone to chipping.
Mustache Flex
Enjoy stability in front of, and behind the binding area to provide solid edge hold. Then, we transition to smooth, progressive flex in the tips and tails to easily absorb all the different bumps. This flex allows for progression and for an easier turn initiation and finish.
High Resistance Topsheet
We use the highest quality topsheet material available, and we test it rigorously to ensure it stands up to regular abuse. Sourced near our factories in Europe for a friendlier supply chain
rocker profile
ski shape
Directional twin
Why we use Prodigy 4
"It is a really playful ski to enjoy pow days !"
"For me, it is the perfect blend of playful as well as stiff enough to be supportive through rough landings and hard snow."
"Really like this ski, light, in 116cm width, he floats really well in deep snow."
"These are my old-faithful pow skis that perfectly combine performance and playfulness."
"Prodigy 4.0 all time off piste and Powder ski. Super fun on pillows, backcountry jumps, Cliffs, and Steeps."
Skis Size Guide
Find your size with our expert advice video:
As explained in our video guide above, choosing the right ski length depends on a mix of different factors. On a basic level, height, weight and ability should give you a good idea of what length of ski you should go for.
As a rule of thumb, start with a ski around nose to eyebrow level height.
If you are just starting out, or at an intermediate level, then we suggest that you take some length off. If you’re a more advanced/expert skier, then we suggest you should push your ski length towards your full height or even further. If you are heavier than the average weight for your size, feel free to add some ski length as well.
Ski Size Charts:
| Skier Height (cm) | Skier Height (Feet'Inches) |
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| 135 | 4'4 | 120-135 | |
| 130 | 4'3 | 115-125 | |
| 135 | 4'4 | 120-135 | |
| 140 | 4'6 | 125-140 | |
| 145 | 4'7 | 130-145 | |
| 150 | 4'9 | 135-150 | |
| 155 | 5'1 | 140-155 | |
| 160 | 5'2 | 145-165 | |
| 165 | 5'4 | 150-175 | |
| 170 | 5'6 | 155-180 | |
| 175 | 5'7 | 160-185 | |
| 180 | 5'9 | 170-188 | |
| 185 | 6'1 | 175-195 | |
| 190 | 6'2 | 180-204 | |
| 200 | 6'6 | 185-204 |
Go towards the lower end of our suggested range if:
- You’re a beginner or an intermediate looking to progress quickly.
- You want to make even quicker, shorter turns more easily.
- You will spend most of your time on hard snow.
- You have a cool head and like to keep the revs down.
- You’re so tall, none of our skis are long enough for you.
Go towards the higher end of our suggested range if:
- You ski pedal to the metal
- You’re skiing fast and aggressively in off-piste conditions.
- You weigh more than average for your height
- You plan to do most of your skiing off-piste
- You want to look like a FWT athlete in the lift line
If you’re still unsure after reading this size guide, please get in touch with us on our live chat and we’ll be happy to find the right length for you!
sizing
| ski size | 179 | 185 | 191 |
|---|---|---|---|
| tip width (mm) | 140 | 140 | 140 |
| waist width (mm) | 116 | 116 | 116 |
| tail width (mm) | 132 | 132 | 132 |
| radius (m) | 20 | 22 | 24 |
| weight per ski (g) | 2050 | 2200 | 2280 |
description
The Faction Prodigy 4 is the widest ski in the Prodigy series at 116 mm waist width, providing optimal float on the deepest powder day. Thanks to the directional twin-tip shape, eliptical sidecut, poplar wood core, and heavy rocker profile, the Prodigy 4 is incredibly playful by nature, effortlessly buttering over rollers, stomping big airs, and nimbly dances through powder laden forests. Complementing its prowess in the deep snow, the ski reliably holds its edge and is highly adept in tight-turning scenarios, for the days spent impatiently waiting for the next storm to arrive.
You'll love this ski if:
- You want a fat, playful ski because you regularly ski powder and soft snow
- You like to surf, smear and slash in soft snow conditions
- You love to butter and occasionally ski or land backwards
- You believe that pow is life
Delivery & Returns
We currently do not ship to Canada online. Please refer to our Store finder to your closest awesome Faction dealer.
