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product features
Lightweight Karuba Core
Karuba is an extremely lightweight wood core with excellent strength properties. Provides beautiful flex and vibration absorption, making it an ideal wood core for a touring ski that performs just as well on the uphill as on the downhill.
Full Carbon Weave
Between 8-12 carbon strips sandwiched on either side of the woodcore enhance ski stability without extra bulk. Woven into fiberglass for full-length strength and stiffness.
XL 2.5mm Edges
The 2.5mm edges stack an extra 25% of height on top of our already super-durable standard 2.0mm edges. This extra steel gives the rider a pair of skis that are going to take more abuse and last longer.
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
Freeride flat tail
Skis Size Guide
Find your size with our expert advice video:
As explained in our video guide above, choosing the right ski length depends on a mix of different factors. On a basic level, height, weight and ability should give you a good idea of what length of ski you should go for.
As a rule of thumb, start with a ski around nose to eyebrow level height.
If you are just starting out, or at an intermediate level, then we suggest that you take some length off. If you’re a more advanced/expert skier, then we suggest you should push your ski length towards your full height or even further. If you are heavier than the average weight for your size, feel free to add some ski length as well.
Ski Size Charts:
| Skier Height (cm) | Skier Height (Feet'Inches) |
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| 135 | 4'4 | 120-135 | |
| 130 | 4'3 | 115-125 | |
| 135 | 4'4 | 120-135 | |
| 140 | 4'6 | 125-140 | |
| 145 | 4'7 | 130-145 | |
| 150 | 4'9 | 135-150 | |
| 155 | 5'1 | 140-155 | |
| 160 | 5'2 | 145-165 | |
| 165 | 5'4 | 150-175 | |
| 170 | 5'6 | 155-180 | |
| 175 | 5'7 | 160-185 | |
| 180 | 5'9 | 170-188 | |
| 185 | 6'1 | 175-195 | |
| 190 | 6'2 | 180-204 | |
| 200 | 6'6 | 185-204 |
Go towards the lower end of our suggested range if:
- You’re a beginner or an intermediate looking to progress quickly.
- You want to make even quicker, shorter turns more easily.
- You will spend most of your time on hard snow.
- You have a cool head and like to keep the revs down.
- You’re so tall, none of our skis are long enough for you.
Go towards the higher end of our suggested range if:
- You ski pedal to the metal
- You’re skiing fast and aggressively in off-piste conditions.
- You weigh more than average for your height
- You plan to do most of your skiing off-piste
- You want to look like a FWT athlete in the lift line
If you’re still unsure after reading this size guide, please get in touch with us on our live chat and we’ll be happy to find the right length for you!
sizing
| ski size | 162 | 170 | 178 | 186 |
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| tip width (mm) | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| waist width (mm) | 86 | 86 | 86 | 86 |
| tail width (mm) | 110 | 110 | 110 | 110 |
| radius (m) | 15 | 17 | 19 | 21 |
| weight per ski (g) | 1310 | 1330 | 1490 | 1540 |
description
The Faction Agent 1 ski is the ideal tool of escape for touring enthusiast. The Agent 1 has a progressive shape, lightweight karuba wood core and a carbon weave making the ski lightweight on the uphill yet stable the descent. Adept in any conditions, the Agent 1 is your go-to tool of exploration.
You'll love this ski if:
- You want a modern tip that will help you rise above the snow and easily initiate the turn
- You think light weight is important, but downhill performance and durability are better
- You prefer a modern shape with a stiffer tail that supports a strong finish to the turn
- You tend to ski-tour in variable snow conditions, less frequently in powder
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.
