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K2 recoils?

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MontanaMuggin
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Sorry about the mass posting about skis, but all my local shops sales are starting up and I'm trying to make a decision. How are this years k2 recoil? Do they butter well? Light and poppy? Durable? How's the swing weight?
Feb 25 2014 6:44PM
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MontanaMuggin
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I'm 5'11" and 170 if that matters
Feb 25 2014 6:45PM
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IBAM
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I have the 2012s, which are the exact same ski. I'm 6' and 135, so the skis will likely butter more for you. Quick breakdown:

Fairly stiff, aren't incredibly buttery (though I'm really light), but that makes them very stable and good on jumps.

They are quite poppy, but are slightly heavier than average.

They are incredibly durable and will withstand whatever you put them through. The rivets only add to the longevity of the ski.

They CHARGE all mountian. Trees, bumps, groomers, you name it.

They are very stable on rails.

Overall, they are the best ski I have ever ridden on and I highly recommend them. It me up if you have any other Qs.
Feb 25 2014 10:03PM
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MontanaMuggin
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Thanks man!
Feb 25 2014 10:18PM
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Blake.P
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super durable, really fuckin stiff IMHO feel pretty dead, definitely a charger ski and not really a jib ski. swing weight is good though and they have a decent amount of pop.

ive been riding them for two seasons now and they are still in alright condition, but im really excited for new skis that should be getting here this week
Feb 25 2014 11:32PM
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MontanaMuggin
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Guy at my shop is an idiot then! Thanks
Feb 26 2014 8:35AM
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NMMedia
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Havent skied on them myself but I have two friends who love them. I personally have been skiing on K2 domains and can attest to the bombproof design of K2s.
Feb 26 2014 12:37PM
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L0gan
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I have the new ones, they are kinda heavy compared to most skis, really solid under your feet, more flexy towards the tip and tail, good on rails, durable, and a tad bit wider than your average ski so you can float on powder pretty well.
Feb 26 2014 7:01PM
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