Overview
Introducing the Faction Studio 1, a park-specific powerhouse in the 2025 lineup that's set to redefine freestyle performance. This innovative symmetrical twin tip is engineered to deliver unparalleled precision and playfulness for the most demanding park and pipe skiers. The Studio 1 exemplifies Faction's commitment to pushing the boundaries of freestyle technology, providing a tool that's ready to tackle the biggest hits on the planet while maintaining the finesse needed for technical park skiing.
Key Features
Profile and Rocker
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Rocker/Camber/Rocker Profile:
- Optimizes versatility for various park features and snow conditions
- Enhances playfulness and ease of initiation for tricks
- Improves press-ability on rails and boxes while maintaining pop off jumps
Core Construction
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Poplar/Ash Wood Core:
- Provides a lively, responsive feel with added durability for high-impact landings
- Offers an excellent balance of strength, flex, and weight for freestyle performance
Materials and Technology
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Carbon Stringers:
- Enhance torsional rigidity and overall stability for confident landings
- Provide additional pop and energy return for explosive takeoffs
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Sintered Base:
- Offers superior wax absorption for improved glide and durability
- Enhances overall speed for approaching large features
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Symmetrical Twin Tip Design:
- Ensures consistent performance whether skiing forward or switch
- Optimizes balance and control for trick initiation and landing
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Sidecut | 120/90/120 mm @ 178 cm |
| Radius | 19 m @ 178 cm |
| Profile | Rocker/Camber/Rocker |
| Core | Poplar/Ash Wood |
| Weight | 1630 g per pair |
| Ability Level | Advanced to Expert |
Performance Characteristics
- Precision: Engineered for accurate landings and edge control on technical features
- Playfulness: Balanced flex pattern and rocker profile enhance creativity and trick potential
- Stability: Carbon stringers and wood core provide a stable platform for confident skiing
- Pop: Responsive construction delivers explosive energy for big air and tricks
- Durability: Premium materials ensure longevity for aggressive park skiing
Ideal Terrain
The Faction Studio 1 is designed to excel in:
- Terrain Parks: Delivers confident performance on jumps, rails, and other features
- Halfpipe: Provides edge hold and pop for pipe riding
- Urban Features: Capable of handling street-style setups and urban jib sessions
- Big Air: Engineered for stability and control on the largest jumps
- All-Mountain Freestyle: Versatile enough for creative lines outside the park
Target Skier
The Faction Studio 1 is perfect for:
- Advanced to expert level skiers
- Dedicated park and pipe enthusiasts
- Competitive freestyle skiers
- Skiers who prioritize technical trick progression
- Those looking for a high-performance park-specific ski
The Faction Studio 1 represents the pinnacle of park and pipe ski design for 2025. It caters to skiers who push the limits of freestyle skiing, demanding a ski that can keep up with their progression and ambition. The Studio 1's innovative construction and cutting-edge technologies ensure that it delivers a precise yet playful ride that can handle the biggest hits and most technical features in the park and beyond.
Whether you're spinning off massive jumps, sliding complex rail features, or carving up the halfpipe, the Studio 1 provides the stability, responsiveness, and pop to elevate your freestyle performance. This ski embodies Faction's commitment to advancing freestyle technology, setting a new standard for skiers who see the entire mountain as their canvas for creative expression.