K2 Luv Freeride
"Bringing back the luv again" is the motto of K2 this winter. Numerous women's models therefore contain the term "luv" in their name. Luv, of course, stands for love. The current Luv Freeride range includes the two models "Luv Boat" and "FulLUVit". Technologically they correspond to the Allmountain range with Channel Light Core technology, BioFlex core, Triaxial Braid, metal laminate and Hybridtech sidewalls. The difference to the Luv Allmountain line is mainly in the wider dimension and a slightly stronger rocker: With 98 and 108 mm center width, these are already quite decent slats. Thus deep snow lovers are already well equipped.
Windward Boat 108
FulLUVit 98 Ti
All terrain rocker
K2 has 5 sophisticated rocker types. As the name suggests, this type of rocker from K2 is 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.
Channel Light Core
New at K2 is the Channel Light Core. In this women-specific wood core channels are milled out over the entire length of the ski to save unnecessary material and reduce weight. Easy handling and a harmonious flex are the result. The BioFlex core and the metal laminates specifically reinforce the side areas of the ski.
Bioflex wood core
The BioFlex wood core is a wood core developed for women's skis, in which denser aspen wood is used in the side areas and the lighter Paulownia wood combined with a bamboo stringer is installed in the middle. This reduces the weight of the ski and makes it easier to turn in. In addition, the denser aspen wood on the side provides stability and good edge grip.
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
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.
Model comparison
Model | Rocker | Core | Material, technology | Price |
Windward Boat 108 | All-Terrain | Channel Light - Aspen/Paulownia/Bamboo | Hybritech sidewalls, Triaxial Braid | CHF 790.00 |
FulLUVit 98 Ti | All-Terrain | Channel Light - Aspen/Paulownia/Bamboo | Hybritech sidewalls, metal laminate | CHF 770.00 |
Model | Medium width | Lengths | Waist | Radius |
Windward Boat 108 | 108 mm | 163, 170, 177 cm | 139-108-127 mm | 18.5 m (170 cm) |
FulLUVit 98 Ti | 98 mm | 163, 170, 177 cm | 131-98-119 mm | 17.5 m (170 cm) |