2027 Faction Dancer 106 Ti

For 2027, the Faction Dancer 106 Ti gets a new name and graphic but structurally is identical to the outgoing Dancer 3. By keeping all Dancer skis now in the same naming structure, there’s a bit more cohesion and information up front. This wider bodied ski, keeping the same dimensions and build, returns as a magically powerful and energetic option in the 106 mm range. Most skis in this group have some sort of freeride or creative capabilities, but this is a bit more on-piste and directional than a lot of other options. Amazingly, they’re able to keep the weight somewhat in check given the strong build and metal-clad construction.

That build starts with a poplar wood core which is sandwiched between two very thin titanal laminates. Faction also uses their XL 2.5 mm edges in this ski that frankly just put more metal to the snow and increase grip and confidence. The mass and volume of this ski adds up in terms of grams, with the 183 sitting on the scale at a stated weight of 2100 g/ski. It’s a bit stiffer than the other Dancer Ti’s as well, as a slightly thicker core here brings more power to the ski overall. Tester Dan Scerra notes that “These things RIP. The more they put into these skis, the more they give you back.” We noticed that general feedback over the years in terms of Dancer 3, so we’re not shocked to see that experience carrying into 2027.

The shape of the ski returns unchanged, and at 106 mm underfoot, it is a pretty big ski for being able to handle the on-piste conditions and terrain like it does. The 183 uses measurements of 134/106/124 to create a 21-meter turn radius, but somehow it feels like it wants to make more mid-radius carves. There’s not a lot of rocker in this ski and it does have a good amount of camber that contributes to the energy and electricity. Bob St.Pierre notes that “While the name and graphics are new, the ski feels familiar as it's a carryover build and shape from the Dancer 3. That ski has been a favorite for years as it's quicker and more agile than the width lets on. At 106 mm underfoot, it's got a bit of lag, but when you load it up with energy, it comes across the fall line with vigor. This is one of the better carvers at this width that we've been on and we're stoked that it continues into 2027. We're constantly impressed at how well Faction makes a ski with two sheets of metal this lively.”

The shape and weight of this Dancer 106 Ti put it in more of an advanced and expert group as it can feel demanding and wanting of speed. You have to treat it more like a front side ski if you want to get the most out of it rather than a freeride option. Pushing hard into this ski is no problem whatsoever, so if you’re more aggressive and want that feel and damping of metal combined with good energy, this is a very good option.