The 2025 Faction Prodigy 1 with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings is a freestyle-focused all-mountain twin tip setup designed for skiers who split their time between park sessions and mountain exploration. Featuring an almost-symmetrical twin shape and a durable wood core, the Prodigy 1 excels in park precision while also offering the versatility needed to handle bumps, trees, and various other terrains. We paired the Prodigy 1 with the Strive 14 because of this binding’s well known reputation for safety, reliability, and ease of use. Featuring an LDN toe piece that optimizes contact and response, these bindings integrate seamlessly with boots and skis, allowing for a natural flex and balanced stance, making them the perfect choice to pair with this ski.

Why we like it:

The Prodigy 1 impresses with its versatile shape and robust build, making it a solid choice for a wide range of skiers who need both park performance and all-mountain capability.

Who it's for:

Intermediate to advanced skiers who want a park ski with the versatility to venture beyond the park and explore the entire mountain.

Highlights:

The Prodigy 1 retains its core features for 2025. It features a Poplar and Ash woodcore, providing a lively yet stable ride. Full sidewalls underfoot transition to micro-cap construction in the tips and tails, offering excellent edge grip on firm snow. Generous camber ensures quick and smooth edge-to-edge transitions. An all-new carbon/rubber Stomp Pad underfoot helps absorb vibrations during big landings, while the significant taper in the tip and tail, combined with the rocker, delivers catch-free takeoffs and landings for ultimate freestyle enjoyment. The Strive 14 GW, with its lightweight build and low-profile chassis, delivers a smooth and responsive ride all day long. It remains nimble in deep snow and light on your feet as the day progresses. The LDN Toe Pieces offer a low stand height, optimizing power transfer and improving the connection to your skis. The Automatic Toe Adaption feature effortlessly adjusts to GripWalk boots without the need for manual adjustments. Additionally, the Snow Scrapers on the toe pieces effectively remove snow and ice, ensuring a secure fit that enhances both safety and performance for direct power transmission

Things to consider:

Though versatile, the Prodigy 1 is primarily a park ski. Directional skiers who rarely venture into the park might find other skis better suited to their needs.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Skis true to size.