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The Mindbender 96 is a versatile all-mountain ski designed for skiers who want a ski for the entire mountain, with the ability to confidently handle groomed pistes as well as forests, variable terrain, and soft snow. The Dark Matter Technology helps absorb vibrations and maintain stability in mixed and uneven snow, while the Titanal I-Beam construction provides the strength, torsional stiffness, and direct energy transfer needed for dynamic and precise turns. The Aspen Paulownia Core combines low weight with stability and a lively feel, while the All-Terrain Rocker provides versatility across different conditions and types of terrain. With a 96 mm waist, the Mindbender 96 sits at the point where piste precision meets off-piste freedom, making it a truly versatile choice for the entire mountain.
This ski does not include bindings. The model is supplied as a Flat ski, without bindings. If you purchase skis and bindings together, we can mount the bindings for you free of charge.
Information & Features
Specifications
• Gender: Men
• Best for: All-Mountain - Freeride
• Snow Conditions: Groomed, Fresh, Variable, Light Untracked
• Ability Level: Intermediate - Advanced - Expert
• Turn Radius: 20.0m @ 183cm
Construction
• Profile Type: All-Terrain Rocker, Tip: Progressive Rise, Camber Underfoot,
Tail: Progressive Rise
• Core Material: Aspen Paulownia
• Stiffness/Stability Reinforcement: Titanal I-Beam
• Stability Technology: Dark Matter Technology, Enhanced Stability Points
• Sidewalls: Sidewall
Dimensions
• Length (cm): 168, 173, 178, 183
• Tip Width (mm): 135
• Waist Width (mm): 96
• Tail Width (mm): 123
• Weight (g): 1900/ski @ 183cm
Binding Information
Not Included: The ski is supplied without bindings (Flat). Bindings should be selected and adjusted according to the skier's weight, height, ability level, and other equipment. If you purchase skis and bindings together, we can mount the bindings for you free of charge.
The All-Terrain Rocker combines progressive rocker in the tip with traditional camber underfoot, providing versatility across
different snow conditions and terrain. The rocker makes turn initiation easier and improves flotation in soft and deep snow,
while the camber underfoot provides edge grip and stability on groomed pistes and variable terrain.
Aspen PaulowniaThe Aspen Paulownia Core combines durable Aspen wood with lightweight Paulownia wood, reducing overall weight without
sacrificing strength. Aspen provides stability and dynamic rebound, while Paulownia contributes to weight reduction and improved
efficiency and maneuverability. The result is balanced and dynamic performance with reduced swing weight, ideal for a freeride ski
that needs to remain agile and fast in trees and technical terrain.
Dark Matter TechnologyThe Dark Matter Technology uses TPU inserts reinforced with stainless steel powder, which are integrated into the ski's core at
specifically selected stability points. Their positioning is precisely tuned according to the ski model and length, enhancing stability
and improving performance at high speeds and in variable terrain.
Titanal I-BeamThe Titanal I-Beam reinforces the ski with a central Titanal laminate designed to maximize strength and precision.
This construction increases torsional stiffness and energy transfer while maintaining a smooth and controlled flex.
The result is increased edge grip, stability, and control, particularly during dynamic turns and at higher speeds.
BioResinThe Bio-Resin replaces traditional petroleum-based resins with renewable plant-based materials, reducing environmental
impact without compromising performance. It maintains strength, durability, and consistent flex while supporting reliable
energy transfer, strong bonding between materials, and long-term structural durability.
The Enhanced Stability Points reinforce critical areas of the ski, improving edge grip and torsional control. The technology
helps the Mindbender 101 maintain a stable line at high speeds and in variable terrain, providing a stable and predictable feel
without unnecessary increases in weight or stiffness.
New K2 Mindbender CollectionA project built with genuine passion, the Mindbender collection was designed for all freeriders. Whether you are looking for big mountain equipment, a powerful and stable all-mountain ski, or a fast and precise ski for the piste, the Mindbender collection has what you are looking for. The Mindbender ski range has been developed through hundreds of hours of design, testing, and refinement. The all-new Mindbenders are designed to take you wherever you want to ski, led by the new Dark Matter Technology. Point them into an open bowl and they maintain a stable line even at high speeds. Take them through tight trees and demanding technical terrain, and they remain fast, versatile, and lively underfoot. Even when conditions change from soft and deep snow on the first run of the day to firmer and more chopped-up snow in the early afternoon, the Mindbenders maintain their composure and stability without forcing you to change the way you ski.
About the Manufacturer
K2 is the original American ski and snowboard brand, founded in 1962 in Washington State. The company continued to pioneer the industry, expanding into snowboarding in 1987, and was the first brand to create products specifically designed for women in 1999 (Women’s Alliance™). Today, K2 is redefining its brand for the future, building on its heritage with the goal of re-establishing its position as an industry leader.
The Promise... As part of the ski, snowboard, and winter sports community, K2 people spend all year in the mountains and have a strong environmental consciousness. K2 is committed to creating a more sustainable future for both people and the planet, taking a conscious approach to carefully manufacturing products and selecting materials while reducing its environmental footprint.
The Goal... The goal is to prioritise sustainability across all aspects of the business in order to achieve targets of reducing carbon emissions by 50% by 2030, 80% by 2040, and reaching net-zero emissions before 2050.
The Execution... K2 identifies, measures, and improves sustainability across all areas of its business, from material selection and manufacturing processes to waste reduction, transportation, end-of-life product design, and energy consumption.
Process
• Creating products with the longest possible lifespan in the market.
• Short term – Replacing all materials with the most sustainable available alternative.
• Medium term – Innovating new materials and processes.
• Medium term – Creating more sustainable end-of-life solutions instead of disposal.
• Achieving 95% overall sustainable packaging by 2025.
Production
• The installation of solar panels at K2's Kaitai factory converted 44% of the energy previously required for production into renewable energy.
• A 66% immediate reduction in energy consumption for facility lighting was achieved through an energy-efficiency upgrade program.
• Since 2021, K2 has offset 100% of the carbon emissions generated by the transportation of its goods.
Practices
• As a company, K2 focuses on sustainability for the future, across every department and with the involvement of every employee.
• K2's headquarters is an ENERGY STAR-certified building that uses 35% less energy than comparable buildings nationally.
• Thanks to the location of its urban offices, the main methods of employee transportation are public transit and cycling.
