By Ava Mitchell
Nordica Team g fdt (70-90)
Overview and intent
The Team G FDT (70–90) lineup is built for young skiers moving from first turns to confident cruising on groomers. Offered in 70, 80 and 90 cm lengths, the skis feature a soft, forgiving flex and an on‑piste rocker that makes turn initiation simple. The package includes the FDT Jr RTL S + RS plate and JR 4.5 FDT bindings, which means a ready‑to‑ride system out of the box and less set‑up for parents. Overall, these skis prioritize progression, comfort and low effort learning during the early seasons.
Construction and bindings
Construction is straightforward: a composite core and cap‑style architecture keep weight down and flex predictable. That build is reflected in retailer specs that list around 1080 g per pair for the 70 cm size, a helpful indicator of the low inertia kids need. Factory tuning is conservative with base ~0.9° and side ~87.5°, providing safe edge engagement without being overly aggressive. The integrated FDT plate/binding system is robust for junior use and gives consistent mounting geometry across the size range.
On‑snow behavior
On snow the skis are immediately approachable. The roughly 85% camber / 15% rocker profile in tip and tail helps the ski roll into turns and recover easily, while the 102‑67‑89 sidecut favors short, playful arcs. Shorter lengths (70 cm, ~3 m radius) feel very nimble and suit small children learning quick, linked turns; the 90 cm option (≈5 m radius) adds stability and smoother lines at higher speeds. Expect comfortable, forgiving behaviour on groomers, but less high‑speed precision or hard‑snow bite than stiffer junior race models.
Specs explained
A quick explanation of the specs and how they affect performance: tip/waist/tail (102/67/89 mm) determine turn geometry and flotation—wider tips help float in soft snow and aid turn initiation, a narrow waist promotes quick edge‑to‑edge transition. Radius (3–5 m depending on length) indicates the ski’s natural turn size—shorter radius equals tighter turns. The on‑piste rocker provides easier turn starts and forgiveness; camber underfoot keeps an edge when carving. Weight and composite construction reduce swing weight and smooth out feedback for learners.
Who it suits and recommendation
Who should buy these skis and what are the trade‑offs? The Team G FDT (70–90) are ideal for beginners to lower‑intermediate juniors focused on piste skiing and skill development. They compete with other junior all‑mountain skis that emphasize ease and fun rather than outright performance. If a young skier wants aggressive carving at speed, firmer skis with more camber and stiffer cores are a better match. For most families, though, this model is a practical, complete package that balances accessibility, included bindings, and progression‑friendly behavior.
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