For the first couple of years of Faction we made our skis in a tiny factory just south of Evian in France In our first production year we ran the skis across the border to our home in Verbier, Switzerland on Christmas Eve in the back of a station wagon covered by a blanket… 40 pairs fresh off the press
Where are Faction skis manufactured?
All our skis are handmade at our own European factory and tested in Verbier, Switzerland, which gives us direct control over both product and quality
Who made Faction skis?
Created by Australian designer and skier Tony McWilliam and his team of Swiss, Canadian, American, and other international big mountain skiers, Faction has been a by-skiers-for-skiers company since day one The name, The Faction Collective, speaks to this identity
What is the most expensive pair of skis?
10 Most Expensive Skis in The World Lacroix’s carbon fiber skis may very well top the list costing a whopping $67,000! Mamba and lust skis by Carradan Skis go for $19,000, a handsome amount to part with Diamondback and Envyskis also by Carradan Skis cost $12,000
What are Faction skis made of?
Our factories help us source materials from all over Europe – base, sidewall and topsheet materials from Austria, woods from Eastern Europe, fibreglass and carbon from Germany, our hybrid cores from Denmark
Why would I want longer skis?
Longer skis have good floatation due to their larger surface area and feature better stability, especially at higher speeds and in variable snow The steep or tight terrain skier will likely enjoy a shorter ski, while the bowl skier will want something longer (and therefore more stable in mashed potatoes or crust)
How do you choose Faction Skis?
Go towards the shorter side of our range if you’re choosing a narrower ski and will spend most of your time on hard snow Go towards the longer side if you’re skiing fast and aggressively in off-piste conditions For a mix of the two, choose a ski somewhere in between
Is Faction a good ski brand?
On piste, these skis are absolutely perfect for charging hard and thrive on big arcing turns while also being responsive enough for shorter turns where necessary In whiteout conditions, the Dictators feel sturdy and stable underfoot, even if you are skiing into the mist like we were
What size ski should I get?
Ski Sizing Chart Skier Height in feet & inches Skier Height in centimeters (cm) Suggested Ski Lengths (cm) 5’2″ 158 145-165 5’4″ 163 150-170 5’6″ 168 155-175 5’8″ 173 160-180
Do Faction skis come waxed?
WAXING All our skis are already waxed by the factory so there is no need to get your skis waxed immediately after purchase Wax generally lasts 7-10 days on the mountain so we recommend that you invest in some wax and an iron and learn how to wax your skis
Are faction dictators twin tips?
The clips that come with the skins are compatible with all of our skis, flat-tails and twin-tips The Dictator and Agent Series come with notches on the tail that are perfectly suited for the clips on the skins However, these can be used relatively well with twin tip skis as well (for example on the CT 30)
What are pivot ski bindings?
The freeride Pivot ski binding sets the standard for control and release for the world’s most dedicated skiers It features powerful shock absorption and travel with confident retention and release for aggressive skiing It’s compatible with all traditional Alpine (ISO 5355) and GripWalk® boot soles
Are Faction skis good for park?
All told, Faction designs skis that promote good times in the mountains: from symmetrical, freestyle skis that excel in the terrain park to lightweight, directional backcountry touring twigs that’ll get you up and into the couloir of your dreams
Are Faction skis durable?
The ski is very playful and poppy, so combined with its twin-tip profile, it is a great ski to take into the terrain park A notable ski that I would compare it to would be the Atomic Bent Chetler 100s The Bent Chetler is an all-mountain twin-tip ski that can still ride in the park
How long do faction skis take to ship?
Delivery times Region Est Delivery Time (Business days) Northeast 5-7 Southeast 5-7 Midwest 3-5 West 1-3
What skis do pros use?
Women Pro Skiers uses mainly Head and Rossignol pro skis Almost half of top 50 women skiers in FIS ranking use this two brands, with Head taking the lead
Why are Pivot bindings so good?
They don’t prevent acl tears, the pivot heel does not allow for lateral heel release They are somewhat safer though due to the elasticity of the binding allowing you to run a lower din without prerelease
What happens if skis are too short?
Having skis that are too short to support your weight will have a lack of control, lack of response or rebound, and will not absorb the vibration when at a higher speed
Who is faction owned by?
Faction skis founder Alex Hoyes on how he built the company
How long should mogul skis be?
Skier Height (cm) Skier Height (Feet’Inches) Suggested Ski Length 150 4’9 135-150 155 5’1 140-155 160 5’2 145-165 165 5’4 150-175
What skis should I buy 2020?
The 10 Best Skis of 2020 Editor’s Choice: K2 Mindbender 99 Ti Best Budget Pick: Line Sick Day 88 Best All-Mountain Ski: Faction Dictator 20 Best Eastern All-Mountain Ski: Dynastar Speedzone 4X4 82 Pro Best Western All-Mountain Ski: Nordica Enforcer Free 104 Best Ski for Intermediates: Völkl Kendo
Should I get shorter skis for moguls?
Shorter skis turn easier, particularly in the moguls A shorter ski typically has a smaller turning radius which means that you will spend less time in the fall line and that results in slower skiing and better speed control
What is the best ski brand?
If it’s time to upgrade your sticks, here are our picks for the best ski brands in 2021 Rossignol K2 Sports Atomic Salomon Völkl Nordica DPS Skis Blizzard