K2 Mindbender 96 C Skis + K2 Mindbender 100 Alpine Touring Ski Boots 2024
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K2 Mindbender 96 C Skis 2024
Now accepting bets on how many types of terrain the The K2 Mindbender 96 C Skis are good for. Our guess? All of them. Featuring an all new spectral braid carbon and flax layup for lightweight strength and stability, these all mountain performers are fun, easy to maneuver, and most importantly: adaptable.
Product Details
Rocker Type
All-Terrain Rocker – Skis with All-Terrain rocker have a gradual rise to the tip for great versatility in all conditions, with a short, low rise in the tail for added control variable snow.
Core
Aspen Veneer Core – Lightweight and resilient, the perfect all around core material.
Laminates
Spectral Braid – K2’s Patented Spectral Braid is a first of its kind variable angle reinforcement that allows for precision-tuned torsion and flex by altering the fiber orientation along the length of the ski. This makes the ski feel lively, energetic, and remarkably composed.
Uni Directional Flax
Bio Resin – Increases bonding with the core, adds cold temperature strength, and is more sustainable than traditional resins.
Binding Compatibility
We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.
Specs
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Terrain:
All-Mountain
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Terrain
All-Mountain All-mountain skis are designed to handle anything you throw at them including powder, ice, groomers, steeps, heavy snow, and everything in between, but they aren’t necessarily a master of any one terrain. If you’re only going to own one ski to do it all, this is what you want. All-mountain skis generally have what we call mid-fat waists that range from 80-110 mm.
- Skis: No Bindings
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Ability Level:
Intermediate-Advanced
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Ability Level
Intermediate-Advanced Whether you’re a progressing intermediate exploring new runs and terrain, or an accomplished rider seeking new thrills, the majority of skiers and snowboarders fall into this level. Intermediate to advanced skis and snowboards may be somewhat wider or stiffer than beginner-intermediate skis and snowboards, usually with a stronger wood core and sandwich sidewall construction. Intermediate to advanced boots and bindings range from softer flexing freestyle options to stiffer choices built for stability at speed.
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Rocker Type:
Rocker/Camber/Rocker
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Rocker Type
Rocker/Camber/Rocker Rocker/Camber/Rocker skis have the playfulness and float of a rockered ski as well as the added edge hold of a cambered ski. The contact points on skis with this profile are closer towards the middle of the ski than a fully cambered ski, but still not underfoot. The cambered midsection provides a longer effective edge on hardpack, increasing edge hold and stability, while the rockered tip and tail provide floatation in deeper snow and allow the ski to initiate and release from turns easier.
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Turning Radius:
Medium
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Turning Radius
Medium 17-22 m radius is best for all-mountain and park & pipe.
- Core/Laminates: Carbon, Wood
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Tail Type:
Partial Twin Tip
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Tail Type
Partial Twin Tip Partial twin tip skis have a tail that is turned up, but not as much as the tip. This gives you the ability to ski backwards and back out of tight spaces, but these skis are mainly designed to ski forward.
- Series: Mindbender
- Warranty: 2 Years
| Size (cm) | 100 | 166 | 172 | 178 | 184 |
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| Tip Width (mm) | 131 | 131 | 131 | 131 | |
| Waist Width (mm) | 96 | 96 | 96 | 96 | |
| Tail Width (mm) | 119 | 119 | 119 | 119 | |
| Turning Radius (m) | 17.8 | ||||
| Indiv. Ski Weight (g) | 1930 |
K2 Mindbender 100 Alpine Touring Ski Boots 2024
The K2 Mindbender 100 MV Alpine Touring Ski Boots are a great way to introduce yourself to the joys of backcountry skiing, as well as a solid choice for lighter and less aggressive riders. Fully featured like all of the Mindbender series, you'll enjoy solid performance inbounds or out with a smooth-flexing TPU shell and cuff and 50˚ range of cuff motion in tour mode.
Product Details
Fit
Last: 100 mm – An average width and volume last fits most feet.
Flex
Flex: 100 – Medium flex for lighter and less aggressive skiers
Liner
Luxfit Pro Tour Liner – Pre-molded and lasted with Ultralon heat-moldable foam. Features a medium-density foam, pre-molded ankle pockets, and a medium-density collar. Includes a tour notch at the back of the ankle for increased comfort and range of motion while hiking and skinning.
Shell Materials
Shell – Thermoplastic Urethane (TPU)
Cuff – Thermoplastic Urethane (TPU)
Powerlite Shell – K2's highest performance shell design, utilizing shell walls of varying thickness and four different types of TPU to provide the ultimate combination of light weight and responsiveness.
Fastfit Instep – Softer TPU material is used in the instep area of select models' shells for quick and easy entry and exit.
Fully Heat-Moldable – Both the boot's shell and cuff are capable of being heat molded to a variety of foot shapes for a truly custom fit.
Ski/Walk Mode
Powerlock Spyne – A performance-oriented walk mode designed for ski touring that offers a 50-degree range of motion. When in ski mode, Powerlock Spyne provides a powerful and secure connection for uncompromised downhill performance.
Friction Free Cuff Pivot – An easy hinging cuff pivot designed to provide minimal resistance while in walk mode.
Power Strap
40mm Velcro Strap
Sole
GripWalk ISO 23223 Outsoles – Removable and interchangeable rockered soles designed to work with GripWalk binding systems for better grip and comfort while walking, standing, and hiking.
Integrated Tech Fittings
Additional Features
Integrated Tech Fittings – Tech fittings in the toe and heel are fully integrated into the shell injection, allowing for compatibility with both tech and DIN bindings.
Specs
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Ability Level:
Intermediate-Advanced
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Ability Level
Intermediate-Advanced Whether you’re a progressing intermediate exploring new runs and terrain, or an accomplished rider seeking new thrills, the majority of skiers and snowboarders fall into this level. Intermediate to advanced skis and snowboards may be somewhat wider or stiffer than beginner-intermediate skis and snowboards, usually with a stronger wood core and sandwich sidewall construction. Intermediate to advanced boots and bindings range from softer flexing freestyle options to stiffer choices built for stability at speed.
- Includes Tech Fittings: Yes
- Touring UsedFor: Burly
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Ski Boot Flex:
Medium
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Forefoot Width:
100 mm
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Forefoot Width
100 mm Forefoot width, or last, is the reference width for this model based off shell size 26/26.5. Larger or smaller shell sizes will diverge from this reference width in increments of 2mm for every full size. - Liner Type: Custom
- Flex Index: 100
- BOA®: No
- Number of Buckles: 4
- Boot Sole Type: GripWalk (ISO 23223), Tech
- Series: Mindbender
- Warranty: 1 Year
