Length [cm]	Sidecut [mm]	Radius [m]	Weight per ski [g]
164 cm	133-104-125	14	1634
172 cm	134-104-126	14	1660
180 cm	134-104-126	16	1720
188 cm	136-105-127	17	1891

 

The three-point camber (3P) is the exclusive camber of the Pioneer 104 and the Explo 96. This camber has a special shape that separates it from the camber of other skis. In fact, when crushed flat, the 3P camber creates 3 narrow contact zones. In other words, the zone between the front foot and the beginning of the front rocker is slightly elevated, and the same goes for the zone between the rear foot and the beginning of the rear rocker.

 

 

The Ferreol Pionnier 104 is designed for powder days, but also for optimal grip and stability on harder snow. This ski can handle terrain ranging from packed snow to powder. It's playful, energetic and agile. The Pionnier 104 has one of the shortest radii in its class, making it easy to turn on narrow slopes. The 3-point contact camber maximizes the ski's handling and stored energy without compromising its agility. Rather than pressure being evenly distributed along the entire length of the ski edge during a turn, three distinct high pressure zones are created.

Less pressure at the tips of the ski translates into more ease in turning the ski. This behavior is often referred to as "playful" or "agile". This makes the Pioneer and Explo the perfect skis for negotiating tight turns between the trees in your favorite glades.

However, when the ski is edged at a steeper angle, in a short radius carving situation for example, the 3P camber behaves like a normal camber and transfers more pressure into the tips of the ski. This allows the ski to maintain a good grip while allowing for a quick return of energy.

The result? Exciting and versatile skis that will allow you to make the most of your season!

 

Construction: 

• Bio-based topsheet: Our polyamide topsheet is 50% bio-based, made from 20% recycled materials and manufactured with castor oil. This makes our skis extremely durable and water-repellent, which guarantees the longevity of our products. In addition, the graphics are digitally printed on this material, which reduces the environmental impact of our topsheet.

• Semi-cap construction: All Ferreol skis are made with a semi-cap construction. While this is the most complex and expensive method, it is also the strongest and most efficient. It offers the same durability and edge retention as standard or "sandwich" construction, but with less weight and better impact resistance. Unlike other manufacturers, our semi-cap construction includes a full-length sidewall for complete protection.

   

• Poplar and Core: The poplar cores used in Ferreol skis come from sustainable forests. This means that cutting is done with the utmost respect for the environment. Selective cutting is done to improve forest regeneration. To minimize waste, the wood is assembled and travels less than 100 km before arriving at the manufacturing plant, located in Rimouski. Finally, the poplar makes the skis lighter and more resistant. 

   

• Triaxial Fiberglass: Although fiberglass is not as rigid as carbon fiber, it is stronger. Strength is the ability of a fiber to not break under the weight of a load. That's why this fiber is the ideal choice when it comes to adding strength and durability to skis.

   

• Unidirectional Carbon Fiber: Carbon fiber has the perfect mechanical properties for building high-end skis. It is also well suited for touring skis because of its excellent lightness/stiffness ratio. Carbon makes the ski light on the way up, but strong on the way down.