The Faction DANCER 79 marks a significant milestone in the brand’s lineup: it is its first dedicated piste ski, designed exclusively for groomed snow. Engineered for intermediate to expert skiers, it delivers on a clear promise of precision and performance on the piste, without compromising on other types of terrain. Its directional shape and carving profile make it a ski geared toward mastering turns and seeking an exhilarating experience on groomed runs. If you prioritize grip, stability at high speeds, and responsiveness when edging, the Dancer 79 was designed to meet those expectations.

A piste ski built for precision and engagement

The Faction DANCER 79 is designed for skiers looking to improve on groomed runs or fully harness the potential of prepared terrain. Its directional shape naturally guides the ski through turns, promoting a crisp and predictable feel. With a waist width of 79 mm, it’s clearly positioned as a piste ski: narrow enough to ensure quick edge-to-edge transitions and solid grip on hard snow, without attempting to cater to other uses. It is not an all-mountain ski, and it is precisely this deliberate choice that gives it its character.

Rocker-camber-rocker profile: grip and controlled versatility

The Dancer 79’s profile features minimal rocker at the tip and tail, combined with full camber underfoot. This rocker-camber-rocker design primarily enhances central support and grip in the middle of the edge—where on-piste performance is built. The rocker at the tip and tail makes it easy to initiate turns without stiffness, while the pronounced camber underfoot releases the stored energy as you exit the turn. On hard snow and groomed slopes, this profile delivers responsive handling without unwanted float. The 2.5 mm XL edges further enhance grip on frozen or packed soil—a technical detail that translates into greater safety in challenging conditions.

Construction: Poplar and Titanal for stability and shock absorption

The construction of the Faction DANCER 79 is built around two complementary elements that define its performance on snow. Here are the key components of this design:

• Lightweight poplar core: a wood known for its consistent flex and ability to absorb vibrations, which improves comfort and responsiveness at high speeds.
• Dual Span Titanal reinforcements: Titanal provides torsional stability and isotropic strength, allowing the ski to remain precise even under heavy pressure, particularly at the end of a turn.
• Sintered base: More porous and durable than an extruded base, it absorbs wax better and ensures consistent glide over time.
• Mustache Flex: A specific flex pattern that modulates stress distribution along the entire length of the ski, ensuring consistent performance from turn initiation to turn exit.

Sidecut and radius: a profile designed for on-piste carving

Available in three lengths: 152, 158, and 166 cm, the Dancer 79 caters to a wide range of body types and skill levels. Its elliptical sidecut contributes to a smooth transition between the phases of the turn. The average turning radius specified by Faction positions this ski for versatile turns—neither too short for moguls nor too long for high-speed, wide turns: a balance suited to most situations encountered on blue- to black-level runs. This choice of turning radius confirms the ski’s purpose: to offer an engaging yet accessible experience for intermediate skiers looking to improve, as well as for experts seeking a precise tool for their runs on groomed slopes.

The Faction DANCER 79 is an alpine ski with a distinct identity, designed for skiers who primarily ski on groomed runs and want a responsive, stable, and precise ski. Its construction combining poplar and Titanal, its rocker-camber-rocker profile, and its reinforced edges make it a logical choice for advanced intermediate to expert skiers. It is sold without bindings, allowing you to customize the setup to suit your skiing style and boots.