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Faction Mana 2 Skis · 2023

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$489.30

$699.00
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I spent multiple days of my season on the Faction Mana 2s this year and enjoyed them so much I ended up adding them to my quiver. These are ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers looking for an all mountain ski that puts an emphasis on excelling at off-piste terrain like moguls, trees, and back bowls, with plenty of groomer confidence and a freestyle attitude. At 102 underfoot, they have the perfect dimensions for the snow conditions in the West, with playful rocker tips and tails for additional float and easy turning. It's not a true twin tip, but you'll absolutely be able to throw them around in the park if you want to. You can certainly put it on edge when you want to and get plenty of speed with it but it does have it's limits when it comes to carving and high speed stability. It does give 3 mounting point options to better accommodate a skiers style. Classic puts you further back on the ski to give you better handling and edge hold. Progressive is the real sweet spot for maximizing versatility. New School puts you towards the nose giving you a well balanced ski for high flying antics. If you're like me where you get off the lift and head directly into the trees, this ski will treat you well.

Ideal for
  • This ski has a really playful personality
  • This ski is easy to initiate and release turns
  • The carbon rubber stomp pad under the bindings adds nice dampening for big landings
Not ideal for
  • This ski is not made for carving
  • This ski will not excellent on ice
  • This ski has it's limits at very high speeds

The Faction Mana 2 Skis are the perfect all-around ski for any terrain. With a versatile 102 mm waist, these skis effortlessly transition from all-mountain to backside to park. The high-quality and high-performance construction of these skis make them incredibly responsive to your movements and commands. The lightweight Poplar Core construction allows for easy maneuverability while the Rubber/Carbon stomp pad ensures durability even after taking hit after hit. These skis are crafted with the finest Austrian construction and powered by renewable energy.

Key Features:

  • Versatile 102 mm waist allows for easy transitions between all-mountain, backside, and park skiing.
  • Lightweight Poplar Core construction provides effortless maneuverability.
  • Rubber/Carbon stomp pad ensures durability even after taking hit after hit.
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Leo Cocchiara owns this product
I spent multiple days of my season on the Faction Mana 2s this year and enjoyed them so much I ended up adding them to my quiver. These are ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers looking for an all mountain ski that puts an emphasis on excelling at off-piste terrain like moguls, trees, and back bowls, with plenty of groomer... Read more
Ideal for
  • This ski has a really playful personality
  • This ski is easy to initiate and release turns
  • The carbon rubber stomp pad under the bindings adds nice dampening for big landings
Not ideal for
  • This ski is not made for carving
  • This ski will not excellent on ice
  • This ski has it's limits at very high speeds
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Leo Cocchiara
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FUN!

Posted on Aug 29, 2023
These skis are so fun. They do everything you want them to do and more! I’m so happy I went with these. I highly recommend. I ski all mountain and just about ski everything. These do the job.
LukeLocation: The Village, OK
I would recommend to a friend
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Smooth looking skis

Originally posted at us.factionskis.com on Aug 25, 2023
When I first saw them I wasn’t sure if I was going to like them but I bought them anyway and it changed my mind instantly 10/10 skis ski
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