Apache Crossfire (2008)

K2 gave up on race skis a few years back, but the Crossfire is a reasonable facsimile. It’s intended for Eastern/Midwestern hardpack, with the narrowest waist that powder-loving K2 can bring itself to put on a ski. There are stouter skis in the category, but the Crossfire brings plenty of sidecut and a pleasing quickness to the game, and it’s well-suited to the steeps. "It’s nimble and quick, yet stable and confident," said Sabanosh.

Best For

Westerners looking for a playful carver.

Not For

Resolute hard-snow speed lovers.

PRICE (MSRP): $1250.00

Product Specifications | How We Test

Year	2007/2008
Level	Advanced
MSRP	$1250.00
Gender	Male
Binding	with binding
Lengths	160, 167, 174, 181
Tip/Waist/Tail	117-70-101
Rating: Powder Performance	3.22 / 5
Rating: Stability at Speed	3.59 / 5
Rating: Long Turns	3.81 / 5

Rating: Medium Turns	3.42 / 5
Rating: Short Turns	3.02 / 5
Rating: Maneuverability	3.27 / 5
Rating: Hard Snow Grip	2.89 / 5
Rating: Crud Performance	3.22 / 5
Rating: Corduroy Performance	3.70 / 5
Rating: Moguls Performance	2.55 / 5
Rating: Forgiveness	3.51 / 5
Rating: Quickness/Bumps	3.14 / 5