Dancer 99

The 2027 Faction Dancer 99 is a lighter, metal-free all-mountain freeride ski for people who want a calm ride without the effort of a Titanal build. At 99 mm underfoot, it has enough surface for soft snow and variable resort conditions while staying manageable on groomers. Its flatter tail and more directional shape favor confident forward skiing over park use or regular switch laps.

A poplar core and fiberglass layers keep the build lively, while camber underfoot supports edge contact and rocker at the ends helps release turns and pivot through mixed snow. Faction’s Elliptical Sidecut combines a longer radius underfoot with shorter radii toward the tip and tail, so the center pivots readily and the ends help start turns. The 2027 version is the new metal-free member of the Dancer family; SkiEssentials testers found it lighter and more agile than the 99 Ti while retaining useful composure in variable terrain.

Pick the Dancer 99 if you ski across groomers and off-piste terrain and want a forgiving, less demanding daily ski. Its accessible flex and reduced mass suit confident intermediates through advanced skiers. If you prioritize hard-charging stability at speed, the Dancer 99 Ti adds two Titanal layers; if you want switch landings and park laps, choose a true twin-tip instead.