fac·tion - a state of conflict within an organization.

Faction was started by a group of freeskiers who saw a void in the market and were dissatisfied with what was being produced in the ski industry. Large companies we're supplying their race teams with top technology and thought freestyle skiing was a hobby at best. Angry and energized a group of freeskiers in Verbier set out to scratch their own itch. Fast-forward ten years and Faction is considered a leader in recent trends. Trends such as rocker, lightweight hybrid cores, recycled materials, symmetrical twin tips and big fat pow skis. They continue to lead the charge by taking these new features and applying them to traditional, handcrafted manufacturing techniques. "We are still the outspoken minority who live to ski"
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The CT by Faction

The CT series by Faction is tribute to one of the greatest freeskiers of all time, Mr. Candid Thovex.To get a glimpse at what this man can do on his skis click HERE. Back to business, Candide has fine tuned his promodels and after lots of testing the team here at Granite Chief decided on the CT 2.0 and the CT 3.0 as confidence inspiring skis that a true all mtn freeskier will love.

The CT 2.o

Imagine a playful all mountain ski that turns the whole resort into your personal playground. Butter everywhere while charging around the mountain and popping off lips like there's springs in your skis. Take these bad boys from the park to the trees and enjoy the entire journey. Learn more about the CT 2.o HERE.

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The CT 3.0

Ski everything and anything with confidence! Inspired by the skiing of Candide Thovex’s “One of those Days” this freeride ski makes you feel like you've got the skills to ski just like him. The CT 3.o is equipped with impressive titanal mounting plates, a Balsa/Flax hybrid core, and 108mm waist. Slightly stiffer and wider than the 2.o making it less of an all mountain ski and more of a true freeride specific ski. These skies have a sharp and clean graphic making them a great fit for every quiver. For the full shpeel watch THIS.
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Come into the shop to check these out in person and don't forget that they are also available in this years demo fleet so you can try before you buy.
Final warning, these skies charge hard. Say goodbye to those timid off-piste turns for good.