The Used Dynastar 4x4 Big 194 cm is a vintage freeride ski designed for expert skiers seeking performance in deep snow and steep terrain. Originally crafted by Dynastar's Free Ride Team in collaboration with renowned extreme skiers Jeremy Nobis, Dave Swanwick, and Arno Adam, this model exemplifies late 1990s big-mountain ski innovation.
Brand and Model Context
DYNASTAR, founded in 1963 in Sallanches, France, is a French ski brand with a rich heritage in elite racing and ski technology development. Known for iconic models such as the Course, 4x4, and Omeglass, Dynastar has maintained a reputation for performance and innovation from its Mont-Blanc base. The 4x4 Big series was engineered to power-surf challenging big mountain lines, featuring a distinctive Swallow Tail design that enhances torsion control and tail depth. The 4x4 Big’s sidecut measures 115-85-107 mm (tip-waist-tail) with a 28-meter turn radius, optimized for expert freeriders. Constructed with a racing structure and a Rohacell acrylic core, this ski reflects Dynastar’s commitment to durable, high-performance freeride equipment. The 194 cm length offered here is one of the two original sizes produced for this model year, 1999.
Condition and Details
This particular ski, serial #5518, is pre-owned and sold as archived inventory. It is mounted for Look bindings and requires tuning before use. The ski has undergone repairs for a couple of core shots, which have been professionally fixed. Despite these repairs, it remains a solid example of Dynastar’s freeride craftsmanship from the late 1990s. Originally retailed at $695, this ski represents a collectible piece of Dynastar’s freeride legacy, suitable for experts familiar with vintage ski performance and maintenance.
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