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Last updated 16 Jul 2024

K2 Wayback 106 Ski 2024, K2 take backcountry skiing seriously and their Wayback skis are the fruit of several years testing by K2 athletes, guides and

K2 Wayback 106 + AT Binding Packs

The all-new NANO Series, our smallest straps yet! 1/2 wide, this micro version of our time tested tiedown offers the same versatility in an even smaller package. Inspired by a few clever users’ modifications to our standard Voile Straps, the all-new Voile Straps Nano Series is designed with the minimalist in mind. They are available in three sizes, each of which will accommodate a load as narrow as a ballpoint pen.

Voile Nano Straps - Green, 9 inch

Built with a heat-moldable Powerlite shell, Friction Free Cuff Pivot, tech fittings, and a burly 130 flex, the Mindbender 130 is the versatile freeride boot you need for both chairlift-assisted and human-powered endeavors. When it comes time to venture beyond the resort, flip the Powerlock Spyne into walk mode and appreciate the impressive 50-degree range of motion as you power uphill to your next objective.

K2 Mindbender 130 LV Ski Boots 2023 - 27.5

Telemark Pyrenees: Touring skis, backcountry skiing, telemark skis

The Beal Ice Line 8.1mm is a lightweight half-rope made using Beal’s UNICORE technology. UNICORE permanently bonds the sheath to the core to eliminate sheath slippage and improves performance and safety, especially in wet conditions. The Ice Line’s extremely low impact force settles the nerves when facing less-than-perfect protection points in ice and on mixed routes. An ace in the hole that no alpinist can ignore.

Beal Ice Line 8.1mm Rope Anis - Golden Dry 70M

Telemark Pyrenees: Touring skis, backcountry skiing, telemark skis

The narrowest option in the Blade Optic Collection, the LINE Blade Optic 92 is designed to rally groomers, charge through crud, and leave other nerds in your wake. With a featherweight feel that enhances edge-to-edge quickness and precision, the Blade Optic 92 is right at home ripping hardpack and those few inches of fresh that fell overnight. Ski bindings are not included or installed as part of this purchase.

Line Skis Blade Optic 92

The 2024 Atomic Bent 110 Ski takes a similar approach to the mountain as the Bent Chetler 120 with slightly less width. Its Jossi Wellss go-to ski for backcountry freestyle charging lift-served pow laps and days where its deep but not 120-deep. The Bent 110 is designed with HRZN Tech Tip and Tail for a playful performance and better float through blower without adding bulk to the ski. The 110 features a bit less rocker in the tail than the 120 but still charges through variable chop and crud.