FACTORY TEAM TECHNOLOGY TWIN TIP SPECIFIC SKI SHAPES
Unlike other categories in the K2 line, our twin tips are designed to perform both forward and switch. The demand for products that perform increasingly well in both directions is now the norm. K2 has exceeded that challenge by developing unique radius and taper angles to maximize the skis’ bi-directional performance.
DIRECTIONAL
TAPER: Moderately wider tip than tail maximizes the ski’s performance in the forward direction. This means the ski makes a slightly different arc when skiing switch.
BI-DIRECTIONAL
TAPER: The tip is still wider but closer in width to the tail. This lets the ski perform exceptionally well while skiing in the forward direction, but the taper enables the skier to have similar switch arcs for better and more consistent switch riding.
All K2 women’s skis use a combination of Aspen and Paulownia wood and Bamboo stringers in a unique core known as BioFlex. A strong Aspen core underfoot is fused with lightweight Paulownia towards the tip and tail to reduce swing-weight. For 2012/13, we continue to develop three variations of the BioFlex core tuned to a specific target performance. The Women’s Factory Team series uses 2 of the 3 core constructions.
ROCKER/CAMBER PROFILES FOR EVERY CONDITION
Continued advancement in K2 ski technology comes in the form of Baseline Profiles, the combination of rocker and camber on our Factory Team skis. The enhanced versatility and ease of turn initiation combined with the strong secure hold on groomed snow makes it an ideal choice for nearly the entire line. 50% ROCKER 50% CAMBER
Contact with the Snow
80% Aspen and 20% Paulownia Increased performance, strength, and durability 70% Aspen and 30% Paulownia Reduced swing weight with added performance
POWDER ROCKER 30% ROCKER 70% CAMBER
Contact with the Snow
Designed for deep snow, the tip with the most elevation and longest measurement of Rocker offers skiers a “surfy” feel with enhanced soft snow performance. The reduced camber region still exists underfoot to ensure edge hold on firm snow.
ALL-TERRAIN ROCKER This is most versatile Baseline available. Featuring an elevated tip and tail for superior variable and soft snow performance and camber underfoot for power, energy and edgehold in firmer conditions.
This Twin Tip specific construction increases the durability of sidewall skis. A traditional sidewall construction produces a 90 degree angle where the top material and sidewall meet. The Twin Tech construction actually rolls the top material into the sidewall, reducing the angle that is prone to abuse.
This horizontal sidewall construction sandwiches a urethane layer in between ABS for shock ABSorption, lessening the impact of harsh landings to the rider. Urethane is used under foot to maximize the dampening but ABS is used toward the tip and tail to maximize performance and edge control. ABSorb is used exclusevly on the MissDemeanor in the Factory Team women’s collection.
Factory Team skis use thick, durable 3.5mm steel edges. They are far more resistant to cracking for a more durable, longer lasting ski.
K2 tip and tail rivet plates were originally developed for durability. Now they have been modified to provide the additional option of attatching a K2 Climbing Skin onto the ski. Simply screw out the center rivet, attach K2 skins and you’re ready for all your backcountry access needs. The skin system comes on the MissDirected and MissBehaved. Never go into the backcountry unprepared. K2 recommends proper training, the right tools and trusted partners.
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