K2 Ski Specifications

According to FundingUniverse, K2 has been a prominent manufacturer of skis and skiing equipment since the late 1960s. K2 produces gear for the varying disciplines of riding including slope-style and backcountry skiing. Slope-style skiing takes place in freestyle parks that feature rails and snow ramps, while backcountry skiers prefer the untouched natural riding surfaces of sloping mountains. K2 skis are designed to adapt to the different riding terrains.

  1. Twin Tip Skis

    • Conventional snow skis often feature a curving front section with a flattened back section. This design prevents skiers from riding backward. The flat back edge can catch the snow, which results in painful injuries. K2 created a pair of skis, known as the Twin Tip skis, that feature an elevated section at the front and back end. The Twin Tip skis allow slope-style riders to land backwards after completing spinning maneuvers. The models of the Twin Tip skis are available in different lengths. According to K2, the shortest version of the Domain Twin Tips measures in at around 5 feet, while the longest model has a length of just under 6 feet. Twin Tips feature a flat design that does not function well in deep snow.

    All Mountain

    • The All Mountain ski models from K2 have a versatile design. The K2 All Mountain skis allow you to ride on the different slopes that skiing resorts have to offer. According to K2, the design of the All Mountain ski can accommodate to all types of snow conditions. The elevated front tip of the All Mountain skis has the ability to cut through soft snow. The Rictor model of men's All Mountain skis offers a varying length of 5 to 6 feet. The All Mountain skis from K2 feature a metallic sidewall that enables you to remain stable while riding over ice.

    Adventure Skis

    • The Adventure Skis from K2 cater to riders who enjoy carving their own trails in remote mountainous regions. The Adventure skis feature the patented K2 Powder Rocker design. According to K2, the Power Rocker models feature a highly elevated front tip. The Adventure skis also have the longest length of the K2 models. The longest model of the Darkside Adventure skis have a length of over 6 feet. The increased length allows you to maintain a balanced stance while riding through waist-deep powder.