K2 Payback Skis (Skis Only)

Reference: PAYBACK

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.

All K2's women specific skis use a combination of fir and spruce in a unique core known as BioFlex this allows the ski to be lightweight, easy to manoeuvre, yet sturdy and high performance. Woman's models are also built with the side cut shifted two centremeters forward relative to the standard sidecut for a mens ski. This positions the average woman in an optimum position over the ski for more control and easier turn initiation.

The Payback confidently walks the rope line between resort and backcountry. Telemark or locked Heel, the Bioflex core and two sheets of metal provide the precision and stability required to charge in-bounds, and the Triaxial braided Bioflex core keeps teh weight down for day long tours. To Complete the package, it now has All-Terrain shovel rocker which broadens the sweet spot and increases the versatility for all turn shapes and snow conditions.


Features of the Payback 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.

Metal Laminate: Built with two sheets of lightweight Titanal running the length of the ski, Metal laminate skis are the highest performing and most complex construction available from K2. Built for the base up, a metal laminate construction consists of alternating layers of fibreglass and Titanal above and below the wood core. Metal Laminates provide damp, accurate, unshakeable performance ideal for expert level skiers.

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


Our Opinion
A great Women specific backcountry ski that allows you the flexability to go on long day tours in the backcountry or throw it around the piste.


Specification
Specifications: 129 / 92 / 115 16 metre turn radius (160 cm)
Construction: TNC Metal Laminate Cap
Core: Wood - BioFlex
Bindings: NOT SUPPLIED
Weight: 1560g @ 160
Features: 16/14 Progressive sidecut, powder tip, tip and tail attachment holes, flat notched tail.


Is This For Me?
If you are looking for the benefits provided by K2's women specific skis within an all mountain design then this ski allows you to enjoy the experience while also having the opportunity to use it as a telemark ski, a light touring ski or strong piste ski that has excellent edge hold and beautiful carving.



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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