Faction 2025 Agent 2X (Blemish)

This is a new-in-packaging "Blemish" ski, meaning it may have small defects. We were unable to find specific defects, but this does not mean they don't exist. Defects may be cosmetic, or may require a minor repair that can be performed at any ski shop.

Whether seeking untracked powder or springtime couloirs, the Agent 2X is your go-to touring ski for escaping the everyday grind. Featuring a lightweight Karuba woodcore, an all-mountain 96mm waist, high-tech carbon weave and tip/tail rocker, the Agent 2X unlocks endless itineraries off the beaten track for women and riders seeking a shorter-sized option. Ascend with lightweight ease; descend with the performance of a burly all-mountain ski. Experience the freedom to unlock new terrain with the versatile and reliable Agent 2X.

Ability

Intermediate to advanced

Flex

7 out of 10

Edge Hold

8 out of 10

Float

8 out of 10

Flair

8 out of 10

Product Features

Lightweight Karuba Core

Karuba is a very lightweight wood core with excellent strength, offering superb flex and vibration absorption without added bulk. Ideal for touring skis, Karuba ensures top performance on both the uphill and downhill, making your skiing experience efficient and enjoyable in each phase.

Full Carbon Weave

Ski light and stable with 8-12 unidirectional carbon strips on either side of the wood core. These are seamlessly woven into the fiberglass, boosting ski stability without adding bulk. Reap the benefits of strength & stiffness throughout the full length of your skis with minimal weight penalty.

Recycled Materials

Faction works closely with production partners to eliminate material waste. They mix base, sidewall and topsheet material scraps back into the raw material used for production, reducing carbon emissions and maintaining the same level of quality & durability.

Locally Sourced Materials

To reduce the impact of their production supply chain, Faction strives to source materials from European companies that are based close their factories. Reduce distance, reduce emissions, reduce impact.

Sustainable Wood Cores

Faction's poplar, beech and ash cores are sourced from the forests that are growing near their European factories, eliminating the carbon cost of transporting raw materials across great distances.

100% Renewable Energy Factory

Faction's skis are crafted in a state-of-the-art facility powered entirely by renewable electricity and heated with biomass energy. By eliminating oil use, their production process cuts millions of kilograms of CO2 emissions annually. Eco-friendly performance with every run.

XL 2.5mm Edges

A ski's edge is critical to its performance and handling. Faction's skis are crafted with XL edges that are 25% wider than the industry average. They're built to last.

Full Strength Sidewall

Experience superior edge hold and stability with the XL Full Strength sidewall. This construction adds protective strips along the core, shielding the woodcore, edges, and topsheet from impact and damage. Enhanced durability and performance with every season, peak and itinerary.

Elliptical Sidecut

The Elliptical Sidecut features a longer radius underfoot for quicker, easier pivots, and shorter radius in the tip and tail for effortless turn initiation. This innovative sidecut supports a wide range of turn lengths, angles, and mounting positions, enhancing your skiing versatility and control.

Anti-Chip Micro-Cap

The Anti-chip Micro Cap protects the ski's tips and tails from wear and tear. Where the ski's topsheet wraps around and meets the sidewall, this delicate area is shielded by the Micro Cap. This protects from chipping and additional sidewall damage, each day you set out on the mountain.

Mustache Flex

The 'Moustache Flex' pattern is ideal for most skiers. It offers stability in front of and behind the binding for solid edge hold, with a smooth, progressive flex in the tips and tails to absorb bumps and snow debris. Perfect for progression and easier turn initiation and finish.

High Resistance Topsheet

Faction uses the highest quality topsheet material available, and they test it rigorously to ensure it stands up to regular abuse. Sourced near their factories in Europe for a friendlier supply chain