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PTO Review
We skied them. Here's how they stack up.
These skis span 2 categories (All-Mountain, Carving). Scores reflect each ski's intended use — direct comparison across all dimensions may be misleading.
Agent 1X — women who tour regularly and want the lightest ski that still skis well on the descent. Octo — intermediate-to-advanced skiers who love carving groomers and want something lighter and more playful than traditional metal carving skis. Check the radar chart below to see where each one wins.
Each row compares all skis on one dimension. 🏆 marks the highest score.
| Dimension | Agent 1X | Octo |
|---|---|---|
| Carving | 6 | 8🏆 |
| Park | 2🏆 | 2🏆 |
| Playfulness | 6 | 7🏆 |
| Forgiveness | 7🏆 | 6 |
| Stability | 6🏆 | 6🏆 |
| Powder | 5🏆 | 2 |
Women who tour regularly and want the lightest ski that still skis well on the descent. Sidecountry to backcountry. The skier who values uphill efficiency but won't accept a floppy noodle on the way down.
Resort-only skiers, powder-specific days, or anyone who needs more than 170cm. For a wider touring option, look at the Agent 2X (96mm).
Intermediate-to-advanced skiers who love carving groomers and want something lighter and more playful than traditional metal carving skis.
Ice coast carvers who need maximum edge hold. High-speed chargers. Anyone who ventures off-piste.
The Agent 1X is best for women who tour regularly and want the lightest ski that still skis well on the descent. sidecountry to backcountry. The Octo is best for intermediate-to-advanced skiers who love carving groomers and want something lighter and more playful than traditional. The right choice depends on your primary terrain, ability level, and riding style.
The Faction Agent 1X scores highest in Stability at 6/10, making it the strongest all-mountain option. It handles groomers, chop, and variable conditions without losing composure, so it's the best single-ski choice for skiers who want one pair for the whole mountain.
The Black Crows Octo leads in Carving with a PTO score of 8/10. Its edge grip on hard snow and groomed runs is the strongest in this comparison.
The Faction Agent 1X is the most forgiving option with a Forgiveness score of 7/10. It doesn't punish imperfect technique, making it the easiest ski to progress on among these.
Not sure? Ask us.