K2 ski - ski test

K2 Rictor - AllMountain (2nd place)
Rating: excellent - average: 42,5

Information: 

• tested length: 174 cm
• radius: 16 m
• sidecut: 127-80-109
• available lengths: 160, 167, 174, 181
• RRP: € 699,95 incl. binding 

Detailed results:

• long swing turn: 8,7
• short swing turn: 8,5
• edge grip: 8,7
• smooth running: 8,6
• general effort: 8,2

Tester's opinion:
Likewise awarded with "excellent", the  K2 Rocker AllMountain wins the outstanding second place. The Rictor has no weaknesses and is a cool partner on and off the slopes. Our tip: Absolute buy recommendation! More AllMountain

K2 Photon - Men Allround (6th place)
Gold SnowStyle
Rating: very good - average: 37,1

Information: 

• tested length: 174 cm
• radius: 17 m
• sidecut: 120-76-104
• available lengths: 153, 160, 167, 174
• RRP: € 499,95 incl. binding 

Detailed results:

• long swing turn: 7,8
• short swing turn: 7,5
• edge grip: 7,6
• smooth running: 7,0
• general effort: 7,3

Tester's opinion:
A true eye catcher is the All Terrain Rocker by K2 and was therefore also rewarded with the gold medal  in SnowStyle. But also on the slopes the Photon can be shown - top ratings ​​in the long and short turns and also in the edge grip. More Men Allround

K2 Superific - Ladies Allround (6th place)
Rating: very good - average: 37,1

Information: 

• tested length: 160 cm
• radius: 14 m
• sidecut: 120-76-104
• available lengths: 139, 146, 153, 160
• RRP: € 399,95 incl. binding 

Detailed results:

• long swing turn: 7,8
• short swing turn: 7,4
• edge grip: 7,3
• smooth running: 7,1
• general effort: 7,5

Tester's opinion:
This very lightweight ski with theall-terrain rocker is actually very efforts saving to ski. Especially long swings are very good to manage with the K2 Superific.
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K2 Super Burnin - Ladies High Performance (2nd place)
Rating: very good - average: 37,3

Information: 

• tested length: 160 cm
• radius: 12 m
• sidecut: 121-72-106
• available lengths: 146, 153, 160, 167
• RRP: € 649,95 incl. binding 

Detailed results:

• long swing turn: 7,8
• short swing turn: 7,4
• edge grip: 7,3
• smooth running: 7,6
• general effort: 7,3

Tester's opinion:
The Super Burnin was able to keep its top rating from last year and won again the second place. The Speed ​​Rocker not only promises accurate swing performance and best edge grip but all these promised features are kept and confirmed by our testers. Our recommendation: Buy! More Ladies High Performance

K2 Recoil - Twin Tip (2nd place)
Bronze SnowStyle
Rating: very good - average: 36,5

Information: 

• tested length: 169 cm
• radius: 18 m
• sidecut: 121-90-115
• available lengths: 159, 164, 169, 174, 179
• RRP: € 529,95 incl. binding 

Detailed results:

• long swing turn: 7,8
• short swing turn: 6,9
• edge grip: 7,0
• smooth running: 7,3
• general effort: 7,5

Tester's opinion:
The robust All Mountain Twin Tip scores not only with its trendy and casual design - congratulations to the bronze medal in the snow style - but especially impressed with the long swings by his excellent running smoothness and low efforts needed.
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K2 Impact - Open Space

Information: 

• tested length: 160 cm, 174 cm
• radius: 14 m, 16 m
• sidecut: 127-80-109
• available lengths: 153, 160, 167, 174
• RRP: € 579,95 incl. binding 

Manufacturer's comment:
The Impact combines an exceptional versatility with a forgiving character, thanks to triaxial wrapped wood core, new carbon web technology and integrated  MX binding. This ski has everything you need as advanced skier that looks for the ultimate in versatility on the slopes as well as off-piste excursions.

Tester's comments:
The ski has no weaknesses but also has no outstanding strengths. The K2 is versatile, in any case: Long and short turns are no problems, the smoothness fits very well and the low effort also allows off-road excursions. More Open Space