K2’s premium park offerings have taken their fair share of podiums, respectively. While they may be sporting some fancy new topsheets, these freestyle skis have withstood the test of time– with roots tracing back to classics like the Missconduct.
There are some slight discrepancies between the men’s Poacher and the women’s Midnight, but those can be chalked up to averaging out size differences. Both of these models slay features, and have the record to prove it.
Sitting at modest sizes underfoot, with a good amount of camber and a rockered twin-tip build- there’s nothing crazy about the design of these park skis. They’re more than capable of sliding rails and stomping landings consistently and predictably, and are no slouch when it comes to hooking your edges into groomers either.
Notable Features
Double Barrel Core (Poacher Only): An aspen core is sandwiched between two fir rails. The aspen keeps weight down while fir adds stability and impact resistance.
Carbon Boost Braid: Normal fiberglass stringers found in K2 park skis are supplemented with carbon, giving the skis even more pop.
Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
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Proven park skis that handle jumps and rails as well as anything else
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Solid frontside performance and energetic carving capabilities
Things we don't like:
More of a frontside and park ski than an all-mountain
Specs & Features
- Waist: 96 mm (Poacher) 88mm (Midnight)
- Length: 163-184 cm (Poacher) 149-169 cm (Midnight)
- Rocker Profile: All-Terrain Twin Rocker
- Core: Aspen/Fir (Poacher), Aspen (Midnight)
- Tail: Twin Tip
- Turn Radius: Medium
Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
-
Proven park skis that handle jumps and rails as well as anything else
-
Solid frontside performance and energetic carving capabilities
Things we don't like:
More of a frontside and park ski than an all-mountain
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