2026 New Faction Prodigy 2 skis; Size: 165

The 2026 Faction Prodigy 2 is a versatile all-mountain ski with a strong freestyle influence, featuring a 98mm waist that balances carving performance on groomers with playful stability in soft snow. For the 2025/2026 season, Faction has integrated a new carbon/rubber stomp pad to better absorb vibrations and impacts during landings. Technical Specifications According to factionskis.com, the Prodigy 2 features a lightweight poplar core and extra-thick edges for increased durability. Dimensions: 127/98/119 mm across all standard lengths. Turning Radius: Ranges from 12m (159cm) up to 21m (189cm). Weight: Varies by size, such as 1860g per ski for the 183cm length. Profile: Hybrid Rocker/Camber/Rocker with a directional twin shape. Flex: Rated at 7/10 (medium-stiff underfoot with softer, progressive tips and tails). Expert and User Reviews Reviewers from Newschoolers.com and SkiEssentials.com highlight the ski's ability to act as a "one-ski quiver" for intermediate to expert riders. Strengths: Experts praise its "Mustache Flex" for providing stable edge hold while remaining forgiving for butters and switch riding. It is noted for excelling on bigger features like rails and jumps due to its energy and stability. Weaknesses: Some reviewers mention potential durability issues under extreme use and note it is not intended for high-speed, traditional directional charging. The Capsule Edition: The Faction Prodigy 2 Capsule is structurally identical to the standard model but features limited-edition graphics by Parade Studio.