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PTO Review
We skied them. Here's how they stack up.
These skis span 2 categories (All-Mountain Freestyle, Carving). Scores reflect each ski's intended use — direct comparison across all dimensions may be misleading.
Prodigy 1 — park-first skiers who want a true twin that can still handle groomers between laps. Octo — intermediate-to-advanced skiers who love carving groomers and want something lighter and more playful than traditional metal carving skis. Check the radar chart below to see where each one wins.
Each row compares all skis on one dimension. 🏆 marks the highest score.
| Dimension | Prodigy 1 | Octo |
|---|---|---|
| Carving | 5 | 8🏆 |
| Park | 9🏆 | 2 |
| Playfulness | 9🏆 | 7 |
| Forgiveness | 7🏆 | 6 |
| Stability | 5 | 6🏆 |
| Powder | 3🏆 | 2 |
Park-first skiers who want a true twin that can still handle groomers between laps. Intermediate to advanced freestyle riders. Pipe, jumps, rails, side hits.
Powder days, big mountain charging, or anyone who spends most of their time off-piste. If you need all-mountain versatility, look at the Prodigy 2.
Intermediate-to-advanced skiers who love carving groomers and want something lighter and more playful than traditional metal carving skis.
Ice coast carvers who need maximum edge hold. High-speed chargers. Anyone who ventures off-piste.
The Prodigy 1 is best for park-first skiers who want a true twin that can still handle groomers between laps. The Octo is best for intermediate-to-advanced skiers who love carving groomers and want something lighter and more playful than traditional. The right choice depends on your primary terrain, ability level, and riding style.
The Black Crows Octo scores highest in Stability at 6/10, making it the strongest all-mountain option. It handles groomers, chop, and variable conditions without losing composure, so it's the best single-ski choice for skiers who want one pair for the whole mountain.
The Black Crows Octo leads in Carving with a PTO score of 8/10. Its edge grip on hard snow and groomed runs is the strongest in this comparison.
The Faction Prodigy 1 is the most forgiving option with a Forgiveness score of 7/10. It doesn't punish imperfect technique, making it the easiest ski to progress on among these.
Not sure? Ask us.