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2025-2026 K2 Skis Preview
K2 Skis 2026: The First Look K2 has an undeniable, recognizable, vibe that oozes coolness. They have a ski and pair of boots for everyone, wherever they're at in their ski journey. The Mindbender skis are some of our favorites for versatile all-mountain use. On the other hand, the new Reckoner series offers tremendous freestyle fun. The one ski they're missing from the lineup? Frontside carvers for everyone. Oh, and a new boot to really tackle the mountain. Learn all about the new gear in our K2 skis 2026 preview. What's New Since K2 is turning a lot of attention to ... Continue Reading
By: Alex2024-2025 K2 Mindbender 96C Review
[Editor's Note: This K2 Mindbender 96C review was published in 2023 and has been updated. There is no difference between the 23/24 models, and the 24/25 models aside from graphics.] More Mindbending. The K2 Mindbender series ushered in the new era of freeride skis when they first released in 2019. The bones have always been a versatile shape, with some models featuring metal (the Ti) and some with softer, energetic carbon (the C). Since then, K2 has only refined and diversified the line to offer a full selection. Each waist width category offers either a stiffer, chargier option ... Continue Reading
By: AlexSeven 2024 Skis We're Stoked About
Say Yes to the Fresh. With new playful all-mountain models that inspire new tricks and stunts, all the way to big-mountain chargers that challenge us in new ways, there's plenty of new gear to be excited about for the upcoming season. 2024 skis bring variety, innovation in sustainability and new ski constructions, and sick new graphics (which, let's be honest, is what excites skiers the most). It's hard to pick just our favorite seven out of everything new, but these are some of the models that left the biggest grins on our faces after testing. Loading up the truck after a full ... Continue Reading
Our Take On The 2025 K2 Mindbender 96C:
A new addition to the ever-growing Mindbender family, the K2 Mindbender 96C fills a sweet spot that loads of skiers will get along with. K2 takes the build of their wider, carbon-based Mindbenders and trim down the waist width and rocker to make the 96C more stable on firm snow. At the same time, you retain the playfulness and liveliness of the carbon construction. This means you get a quicker and more nimble ski with a playful construction that pops off side hits, carves, and bump lines quicker than a jack rabbit. Many skis in this waist-width category are loaded up with metal to provide stability on firm snow, making the skis heavier and bulkier. K2 solves this problem by adding their Carbon Spectral Braid and their new uni-directional flax. Both materials dampen the ski to provide stability and keep it feeling planted when conditions get hairy, but add hardly any weight. Flax is quickly becoming one of our favorite ski materials for its shock-absorbing properties and sustainability. And on the powder days? The tip shape and construction will totally hold up for the occasional deep skiing. We love the K2 Mindbender 96C W for intermediate skiers shopping for their first ski out West, all the way to snow experts across the country who want a playful, responsive, quick ski in this waist width (while holding up to some serious speed, of course). Similar skis: Salomon QST 98, Black Crows Camox.
2025 K2 Mindbender 96C Specs:
Dimensions: 131/96/119 Radius: 16m@160cm Rocker: Freeride Rocker Ability Level: 
Construction: Full Sidewall Weight: 3574 grams (per pair for size 178cm) Learn more about ski weights Video:
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