Our best touring skis for 2025 | Faction Skis

Hey, I'm Josh. Discovering your secret stash, earning your turns, and making the areas beyond the resort your own, that's what touring is all about. For climbing high to find that untouched powder or navigating technical terrain, we've got an award-winning touring collection to make your adventures off the beaten track rewarding and unforgettable. Here are a few of our top picks. First up, we have the Agent 2. This ski, supported by a full-length carbon weave, strikes the ideal balance between lightweight climbing and a bomber downhill experience. The Agent 2 is 96 millimeters underfoot, making it highly adept in all sorts of snow conditions. Everything from variable chop to creamy powder. Simply put, the Agent 2 handles mixed conditions and terrain with absolute ease, making it the easy choice for those who want one ski to do it all in the backcountry. Think of it as your trusty mountain goat. It's nimble, efficient, and always up for a big climb. When the snow is deeper and the lines are steeper, we recommend the Agent 3. With a 106 millimeter waist, this model provides the dream float and stability you need for the most epic descents, while still being light enough for the climb. The Agent 3 is designed for those who want to push their limits in the backcountry and want something built tough. It's a regular gold medal winner with skiing's top media outlets, so don't just take it from me. Finally, we have the La Machine 2. At 99 millimeters underfoot, this is an ideal ski for variable snow conditions, and it's one of the very lightest skis in the entire Faction lineup. Besides being featherweight to get you up the mountain in a flash, our La Machine series features extended rocker and taper. What that means for you is an emphasis on flotation in soft snow conditions, as well as the ability to smear and pivot with ease. If you prioritize lightness and you dig the idea of surfing the mountain, you'll love the La Machine 2. If you've got any questions, head to our website and strike up a live chat with our in-house experts. Whichever model you choose, we wish you fulfilling days of exploration, untracked snow, and zero crowds. And please, always be smart, build your knowledge of snow science and avalanche safety, and ride with trusted partners in the backcountry. See you out there, or as you passionate backcountry travelers may prefer, hopefully not.