Freeride backcountry skis
Product 2024
Woman, Man
The K2 Dispatch 101, in its design, resembles backcountry models with significant shovel rise and raised tails. With this K2 Dispatch 101, there are also quite long front/rear rockers, indicating a clear freeride orientation.
It exhibits excellent pivoting characteristics, especially in initiating turns on flat surfaces. There’s a bit of inertia when transitioning from edge to edge (due to its width), but overall, it remains very satisfying. It provides a good feel in deep, uneven snow. This ski doesn’t jolt; it filters: it maintains a “cruising,” relaxed demeanor. It leans more toward a comfortable vibe than an all-out performance. It’s not a ski for pushing the extremes, neither in the types of maneuvers nor in the terrains tackled.
When extending the turns, it adapts well. It performs admirably in deep snow. The shovel effect, in the end, is not very pronounced. It has very good grip. One can feel well underfoot what’s happening. Overall, this K2 Dispatch 101 is more suited for turning than for carving high-speed curves, a significant asset for maneuvering in the woods, for instance.
Its weight is noticeable during ascent: 1445 grams per ski. Hence, it’s more suitable for moderate elevation gains.
Even with limited technical expertise, the K2 Dispatch 101 offers comfort, a degree of performance, and ease. It caters to a crowd inclined toward off-piste skiing, prioritizing comfort, damping, and versatility in all situations.
We used this equipment over a long period of time
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