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Some Questions about the Faction 1.0

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rickmorty
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Just wanted to know if they're still using ABS plastic for their sidewalls, and if anyone can comment on their overall durability. Also I'm referring to the new white faction 1.0's, not the blue one's which had core problems.
Jul 5 2015 12:56PM
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Faction
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Hello rickmorty,

We're still using ABS plastic for our sidewalls. ABS gives us the power transmission, bending properties, and the edge hold that we want at the same time as it's durable and not too heavy.

The white 1.0's you're referring to have thicker 2.5mm edges and a layer of carbon underfoot to further increase durability.

/Patrik
Jul 6 2015 8:47AM
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Twig
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There's a great review of those skis by SD* (SDrvper) here:

https://www.newschoolers.com/reviews/4041/Candide-1-0

I've spent a bit of time on the 1.0 but not enough to comment on the durability myself. I've found the construction of the other Factions I've ridden (2.0, 3.0, Prodigy) to be pretty bomber though!
Jul 6 2015 2:12PM
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rickmorty
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Oh cool so it's proper full sidewalls and thick edges. thanks for the info!
Jul 6 2015 7:13PM
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