Prodigy 3 Koga
£629.00
The Prodigy 3 Koga is a fusion of Japanese artistry and straightforward athleticism. Acclaimed artist Kengo Kimura returns to Faction with artwork inspired by the mystical spirits and snow-laden mountains of Niigata. Celebrating one of Japan’s standout freeskiing talents, Koga Hoshino, Kengo was inspired by Koga's movements, akin to a “kite with a cut string”. This design embraces the ideas of ma (intervals) and yohaku (empty space) that exist within Koga's riding.
It’s built on the foundation of Faction's acclaimed Prodigy 3, a favorite among all-mountain riders and freeskiers. Thread tight tree lines and launch natural features with its balanced 106mm waist, that carves the frontside with accuracy while providing enough float for powder days in the backside. In the same way Koga turns urban backyards, snow-laden forests and natural features into his space to impress, the Prodigy 3 adapts to your terrain of choice.
You'll love this ski if...
- You want a playful ski for all conditions, including powder
- You want a ski that carves hard, but also easily pivots and smears
- You love to butter and occasionally ski or land backwards
- You are always on the look-out for the little pocket of pow that didnt get skied
terrain
ski shape
Directional twin
ability
flex
float
style
| ski size | 164 | 172 | 178 | 184 | 190 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tip width (mm) | 133 | 133 | 133 | 133 | 133 |
| waist width (mm) | 106 | 106 | 106 | 106 | 106 |
| tail width (mm) | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 | 125 |
| radius (m) | 15 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 22 |
| weight per ski (g) | 1750 | 1910 | 1970 | 2100 | 2200 |
product features
Poplar Core
Poplar is a light-colored, medium-weight, and durable softwood with excellent flex and vibration absorption. It enhances performance by providing impressive pop, buttering, and stability. Poplar ensures skis offer exceptional grip and torsional stability on the downhill and in the park.
Mustache Flex
The 'Moustache Flex' pattern is ideal for most skiers. It offers stability in front of and behind the binding for solid edge hold, with a smooth, progressive flex in the tips and tails to absorb bumps and snow debris. Perfect for progression and easier turn initiation and finish.
Elliptical Sidecut
The Elliptical Sidecut features a longer radius underfoot for quicker, easier pivots, and shorter radius in the tip and tail for effortless turn initiation. This innovative sidecut supports a wide range of turn lengths, angles, and mounting positions, enhancing your skiing versatility and control.
Recycled Materials
We work closely with production partners to eliminate material waste. We mix base, sidewall and topsheet material scraps back into the raw material used for production, reducing carbon emissions and maintaining the same level of quality & durability.
XL 2.5mm Edges
A ski's edge is critical to its performance and handling. Our skis are crafted with XL edges that are 25% wider than the industry average. They're built to last.
Full Strength Sidewall
Experience superior edge hold and stability with the XL Full Strength sidewall. This construction adds protective strips along the core, shielding the woodcore, edges, and topsheet from impact and damage. Enhanced durability and performance with every season, peak and itinerary.
Anti-Chip Micro-Cap
The Anti-chip Micro Cap protects the ski's tips and tails from wear and tear. Where the ski's topsheet wraps around and meets the sidewall, this delicate area is shielded by the Micro Cap. This protects from chipping and additional sidewall damage, each day you set out on the mountain.
By Kengo Kimura
About the Artwork
Kengo Kimura has established a unique artistic style using black and vermilion, reflecting both his Japanese cultural heritage and personal artistic identity. He works primarily with detailed fountain ink designs, diving deeply into his roots and Japanese culture.
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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| 130 | 4'3 | 115-125 | |
| 135 | 4'5 | 120-135 | |
| 140 | 4'7 | 130-140 | |
| 145 | 4'9 | 135-145 | |
| 150 | 4'11 | 140-150 | |
| 155 | 5'1 | 145-160 | |
| 160 | 5'3 | 150-165 | |
| 165 | 5'5 | 155-170 | |
| 170 | 5'7 | 160-175 | |
| 175 | 5'9 | 165-180 | |
| 180 | 5'11 | 170-185 | |
| 185 | 6'1 | 175-190 | |
| 190 | 6'3 | 180-195 | |
| 200 | 6'7 | 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!
Delivery & Returns
We offer free shipping over €450 along with a 30-day return policy.
For more information on shipping please refer to our Shipping & Duties page.
For more information on returns please refer to our returns page.
