LA MACHINE 5 MAX
£779.00
- Handmade in Europe
- 2 Year Warranty
- Free Shipping over £450
personality
terrain
ability
flex
edge hold
float
flair
product features
Lightweight Paulownia
Paulownia is an extremely lightweight wood core with excellent strength properties. Paulownia provides beautiful flex and vibration absorption without adding bulk, making it an ideal wood core for a touring ski that performs just as well on the uphill as on the downhill.
Full Carbon Layers
Two full-length sheets of Carbon Fiber sandwich the wood core, for a lightweight yet responsive and torsionally rigid ski.
Recycled Materials
We are working with our production partners to eliminate material waste. We now mix base, sidewall and topsheet material scraps back into the raw material used for production, reducing carbon emissions while ensuring the same level of quality & durability.
Locally Sourced Materials
In an effort to reduce the impact of our supply chain, we strive to source materials from European companies that are based near our factories.
1% For The Planet
We donate 1% of all sales to approved environmental non-profits. 1% for the Planet’s mission is to build, support and activate an alliance of businesses that are financially committed to mitigating human-driven climate change.
Sustainable Wood Cores
Our poplar, beech and ash cores are sourced from the forests that are growing near our European factories, eliminating the carbon cost of transporting raw materials across great distances.
Bio-Based Resin
This ski uses an environmentally-conscious, bio-based resin that has 35% of its molecular range derived from plant material. It has the same structural properties as resin derived solely from petrochemical products.
Full Strength Sidewall
A construction that places strips of protective material along the sides of each core, between the edge and the topsheet. Sidewalls provide the best possible edge hold and stability when the ski is engaged in a turn as well as protecting the woodcore and edges.
Elliptical Sidecut
Elliptical Sidecut is made up of a longer radius underfoot and shorter radii in the tip and tail of the ski. The long radius underfoot means you can pivot faster and easier, the shorter radius result in easier turn initiation.
Anti-Chip Micro-Cap
Micro-cap is a hybrid of premium sandwich sidewall fused with durable lightweight cap construction. Provides strong edge hold, torsional stability, and protects joint prone to chipping.
Mustache Flex
Enjoy stability in front of, and behind the binding area to provide solid edge hold. Then, we transition to smooth, progressive flex in the tips and tails to easily absorb all the different bumps. This flex allows for progression and for an easier turn initiation and finish.
High Resistance Topsheet
We use the highest quality topsheet material available, and we test it rigorously to ensure it stands up to regular abuse. Sourced near our factories in Europe for a friendlier supply chain
rocker profile
ski shape
Extended tip & tail rocker
Skis Size Guide
All skins are produced by Kohla. Our skins are available pre-cut for the Agent 1 (X) and 2 (X) models, along with for the La Machine 1, 2, and 3 models. Alternatively, we offer a trim-to-fit option for all other ski models from our collection. Trim-to-fit skins are delivered with a cutting tool.
Model |
Color |
Type |
Pre cut |
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Faction Agent 1/1X |
Red |
Kohla Vertical |
Yes |
154, 162, 170, 178, 186 |
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Faction Multifit 130 |
Red |
Kohla Vertical |
No |
XS 150 (150-160), S 160 (160-170), M 170 (170-180), L 180 (180-190) |
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Faction La Machine 1 Micro/Grom |
Purple |
Kohla Freeride Air |
Yes |
137, 146, 156, 163, 170, 177 |
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Faction La Machine 2 Mini |
Purple |
Kohla Freeride Air |
Yes |
164, 171, 177, 183 |
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Faction La Machine 3 Mega |
Purple |
Kohla Freeride Air |
Yes |
172, 178, 184 |
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Faction Split Mono |
Purple |
Kohla Freeride Air |
Yes |
182 |
sizing
| ski size | 178 | 186 | 192 |
|---|---|---|---|
| tip width (mm) | 148 | 148 | 148 |
| waist width (mm) | 126 | 126 | 126 |
| tail width (mm) | 139 | 139 | 139 |
| radius (m) | 24 | 26 | 27 |
| weight per ski (g) | 1890 | 1950 | 1990 |
description
The Faction La Machine debuted in 2020 as the fattest ski in the Faction skis line-up and quickly won critical acclaim. The original shape is mirrored in the La Machine Max, and the ski now benefits from eco-conscious tech. This ultra-light, carbon-loaded ski is the backcountry powder-hound's dream. Its progressive and ultra-rockered shape will have you floatin’ like the yacht of your dreams, along the deepest backcountry runs you can search out. Backed by the finest, most durable Austrian construction, powered 100% by renewable energy.
You'll love this ski if:
- You want extended tip and tail rocker for effortless turn initiation
- You need a super-light free-touring ski for long expeditions
- You need a floaty ski that easily surfs above variable snow conditions in the backcountry
- You want a premium, carbon-loaded ski for torsional strength on the downhill, without the bulk
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.
