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  • All Terrain Rocker

    ROCKER: Easy initiation, versatility, agility
    CAMBER: Control, edge hold, rebound

    All-Terrain Rocker features an elevated tip for variable and soft snow performance, as well as camber underfoot for power, energy, and edge-hold in firmer conditions.

    Simply put, All-Terrain Rocker offers versatility and ease in all snow conditions.
    All-Terrain Profile
  • Progressive Sidecut

    Progressive Sidecut

    Progressive sidecut is a combination of two different radii, or sidecuts, that enhance the versatility of wider-waist skis. Standard sidecut theory is based on using a single radius. This works well on narrower skis, but becomes overpowering on wider skis, especially in variable conditions. The use of progressive sidecut on wider-waist skis guarantees improved turn initiation and hard-snow performance.
  • Tip and Tail Holes

    Tip and Tail Holes

    Holes in the tip and tail are not only the attachments points for K2 skins, but they also fit the functional needs of a backcountry skier including the ability to build a rescue sled or construct various ski anchors. The holes are equipped with removable plugs.
  • Climbing Skins

    Climbing Skins

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K2 SkisSideShow
 
4.8

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5.0

quality ski

By italian stallion

from Victoria, BC

Pros

  • Long Radius
  • Stiff Tail

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Choppy snow
    • Hard snow
    • Moderate Powder

    Comments about K2 Skis SideShow:

    Used this ski in many different conditions ranging from icy groomers to knee deep fresh powder, and it performed well no matter what. Definitely a good choice for those who want to do it all, and want a stiffer ski that can handle poor conditions no problem.

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    4.0

    good in firm snow but great in soft snow

    By Roberto

    from Roma, Italy

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Sideshow

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Soft snow

      Comments about K2 Skis SideShow:

      I used sometimes in firm snow, sometimes in soft and spring snow. Light enough for use with skins, it slams a little with very hard snow

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      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      The perfect allround ski

      By fabe

      from Switzerland

      Pros

      • Decent in deep powder
      • Good edge grip
      • The ski for all condition

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Side country
        • ski touring

        Comments about K2 Skis SideShow:

        Awesome ski. Bought it for guiding. With a light binding (Dynafit) it works perfectly fine for long climbs. Excells in all conditions. If the powder is balls-deep a bit wider would be nice, but it works. At high speed it is maybe a bit to agile... All in all i prefere it to the hardside.

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        5.0

        Great on powder, precise on hardpack

        By masmass

        from Turin, Italy

        Comments about K2 Skis SideShow:

        I have tested this new ski at the end of january for 2 days of powder. It is a great ski! Very powerful and easy at the same time. Very balanced flex and a bit of rocker allow easy turn in deep snow but on the hardpack, the sidewall structure holds the edge impeccably.
        My first choice for freeriding and very short climb.
        Probably the youngsters and fittest skiers can use it on long climbs to ensure a great downhill.

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        5.0

        Great ski, easy to turn in deep snow

        By max

        from Turin Italy

        Comments about K2 Skis SideShow:

        It is a great ski! Very powerful and easy at the same time. Very balanced flex and a bit of rocker allow easy turn in deep snow but on the hardpack, the sidewall structure holds the edge impeccably.
        My first choice for freeriding and very short climb.

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        SideShow

        All Terrain Rocker

        Built with All-Terrain Rocker

        132/90/115

        Without Bindings

        $649.95

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        Product Description

        Not only does the SideShow’s metal laminate construction and moderate waist rail groomers and frozen corn with complete confidence, but the addition of All-Terrain Rocker means it puts your old powder skis to shame in the soft stuff too.No wonder many will mount it as a high performancetouring ski.
        Sizes: 167, 174, 181, 188
        Binding Options: No Binding
        Performance: 50% Powder / 50% Variable
        Radius: 20m @ 181
        Construction: Metal TNC, Hybritech Sidewall, Aspen/Paulownia
        Weight: 1900g
        Features: Progressive Sidecut, Tip and Tail Hardware, Pre-Cut Climbing Skins available
        Compatible with K2 Skins