K2 Annex
K2 is the brand among the major ski brands that is particularly successful in the "fun on the mountain" theme, so it is strong in the all-mountain, freeride and touring segments. The three Annex Freeride models stand for high stability and good control when skiing in deep snow. The long rocker on the shovel and the low turn-up at the end of the ski, in addition to the high-quality construction, ensure these driving characteristics.
Annex 98
Annex 108
Annex 118
All terrain rocker
As the name suggests, this type of rocker from K2 stands for use in all types of terrain. The All-Terrain Rocker™ has a slightly raised shovel for optimum performance in variable and soft snow and enough preload under the binding for plenty of precision and edge grip on icy slopes and hard snow.
Powder Rocker
This is the rocker for deep snow - our widest skis get maximum lift from it at the shovel and "surf" over and through everything the terrain has to offer. The normal preload under the binding provides sufficient edge grip and control on harder snow and on the slopes.
Powder Tip
The rocker provides lift, so this does not require an enlarged shovel surface in the conventional style. In the K2 PowderTip, the widest part of the shovel has been moved further back. This gives it lift in soft snow, but at the same time keeps the track safely in adverse snow conditions.
Hybritech sidewall
Hybritech is the unique combination of a sidewall and a cap construction. It combines the precision, power and performance of a sidewall under the binding with the lightness and smooth turn initiation of a cap construction.
Metal laminate
The ski has a lightweight titanium alloy that runs along the entire length of the ski above and below the core. Only the highest quality ski models from K2 are equipped with this most complex structure. Starting from the base, this construction consists of alternating layers of fiberglass and titanium wrapped around the wood core. Metal laminate provides superior damping, stability, torsional stiffness and precise and uncompromising performance for sporty all-mountain skiers.
Triaxial Braiding
Triaxial Braiding was developed by K2 in 1988 and is still considered the best process for joining fiberglass to a wood core. In this process, a pre-treated wood core is passed through a patented Triaxial Braiding machine, which wraps it with pre-braided fiberglass strands. This unique method produces skis with perfectly tuned torsional stiffness, and a forgiving character, without sacrificing the dynamics and lively flex of the wood core
Skin Grommets
All Adventure Skis have multifunctional holes in the shovel and ski end. In addition to the possibility of attaching skins, the holes serve as attachment points when building rescue sleds or various snow anchors. This saves material and therefore weight and gives additional safety in the terrain.
Model comparison
Model | Rocker | Core | Material, technology | Price |
Annex 98 | All terrain rocker | Aspen / Paulownia / Maple | Metal Laminate, Hybritech Sidewalls, Powder Tip, Skin Grommets | CHF 799.00 incl. binding |
Annex 108 | All terrain rocker | Aspen / Paulownia / Maple | Metal Laminate, Hybritech Sidewalls, Powder Tip, Skin Grommets | CHF 899.00 incl. binding |
Annex 118 | Powder Rocker | Fir / Aspen / Maple | Triaxial Braid, Hybritech Sidewalls, Powder Tip, Skin Grommets | CHF 949.00 incl. binding |
Model | Medium width | Lengths | Waist | Radius |
Annex 98 | 98 mm | 170, 177, 184, 191 cm | 131-98-119 mm | 22 m (184 cm) |
Annex 108 | 108 mm | 170, 177, 184, 191 cm | 139-108-127 mm | 22 m (184 cm) |
Annex 118 | 118 mm | 177, 184, 191 cm | 145-118-135 mm | 23 m (184 cm) |