K2 Coomback Skis (Skis Only)

Reference: COOMBACK

Manufacturer: K2

Model Year: 2011

Product Description
K2 is concentrating on Its Baseline Technology this season and has re-mastered its entire range to push the boundaries of ski performance. With K2's baseline Technology they have combined camber with varying degrees of rocker, proving benefits of each to create a range of superior skis. This allows the camber to supply the edge hold, control and rebound, while rocker provides a greater degree of versatility, ease of use and an increased sweet spot.

Doug Coombs epitomized the modern adventure skier. He'd be the first one to jump into a chopper, but was just as quick to strap on the skins and walk all day to access good skiing. Consequently, he needed skis that were solid, stable and predictable for descending but also wanted something light enough for touring. The Coomback strikes the perfect balance between weight and perfomance as well as hard snow and soft. The All-Terrain shovel rocker gives additional ease and versatility. So whether your a serious alpinist or sidecountry addict you wont be disapointed.

Features of the Coomback include:

All-terrain Rocker: All-Terrain rocker is the most versatile Baseline available. Featuring an elevated tip for variable and soft snow performance and camber underfoot for power, energy and edge hold in firmer conditions.

Progressive Sidecut: This is a combination of two different sidecuts that enhances the versatility of wider waisted skis. Previously sidecut theory is based using a single radius, however this becomes overpowering on wider skis. The use of a progressive sidecut guarantees improved turn initiation and hard snow performance.

SnoPhobic top Sheets: Since snow collecting on the ski can add pounds to a climb, our SnoPhonic tops keep you light with a new snow repellent topsheet. The running surface along the bottom of a ski is hydrophobic by design so we've developed a thinner version of the same material to use on the Back model specific topsheets.

Cap construction: Durable and lightweight "Cap" skis are built to b a sophisticated moulding process that envelopes the core and internal material with the top layer of the ski. Cap construction can be assembled with a variety of different cores. These variations such as glass and /or metal materials are the determining factors of the skis performance.

Plates and Rivets: K2 tip and tail rivets have evolved to allow the addition of a pre-cut climbing skin onto the ski for all your backcountry access needs. This translates to greater efficiency with less fatigue.


Our Opinion
A incredible powder ski designed purely for backcountry skiing. You can take it down groomed pistes but you will find, when in 6ft of Powder, the All-Terrain Rocker and weight of this ski allow it to operate on an entirely new level and you will wonder why you ever thought about anything else. A ski not for the faint hearted!


Specification
Specifications: 135 / 102 / 121 22 metre turn radius (174 cm)
Construction: Torsion Box Cap
Core: Wood - Aspen / Fir
Bindings: NOT SUPPLIED
Weight: 1800g @ 174
Features: 14/12 Progressive sidecut, powder tip, tip and tail attachment holes, flat notched tail.


Is This For Me?
For a skier who loves the backcountry and wants a pair of skis that are light enough to take touring but wide enough to provide excellent float in the soft stuff.




PLEASE NOTE: When we sell skis and snowboards, we book them into our workshop for a full clean and wax before shipping. The wax supplied on new boards and skis is NOT suitable for long term use. By waxing properly before use, the life of your new skis or board will be prolonged, and it will simply perform better! We offer this service free of charge.

For skis, we will also send you an email asking you to confirm your weight, height, ski ability and the length of your ski boot, which is stamped on the heel of your boot normally.

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