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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 2X — women who tour into varied terrain — steep chutes, open bowls, spring corn. 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 2X | Octo |
|---|---|---|
| Carving | 6 | 8🏆 |
| Park | 3🏆 | 2 |
| Playfulness | 6 | 7🏆 |
| Forgiveness | 7🏆 | 6 |
| Stability | 7🏆 | 6 |
| Powder | 7🏆 | 2 |
Women who tour into varied terrain — steep chutes, open bowls, spring corn. The skier who needs more float than the 1X provides but still values keeping weight down. Backcountry and sidecountry in the PNW where conditions change by the hour.
Resort-only skiers, dedicated powder (still not wide enough for deep days), or anyone who wants a twin-tip for backcountry freestyle. For skinning-first missions on firm terrain, the lighter Agent 1X is better.
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 2X is best for women who tour into varied terrain — steep chutes, open bowls, spring corn. 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 2X scores highest in Stability at 7/10, 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 2X 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.
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