K2 HardSide (2013)
Tester's Review
A perennial favorite from K2, the HardSide impressed again. One Utah tester called it "a no-brainer" and praised its easy turn initiation and willingness to hook up and finish the arc. Rocker helps it in chalky bumps, trees, and springlike slop, yet it carves like a race ski on firm snow. The HardSide is backcountry-minded but has the mettle for almost anything.
PRICE (MSRP): $880.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2012/2013 |
| Level | Intermediate, Advanced, Expert, Hi-Expert |
| MSRP | $880.00 |
| Gender | Male |
| Awards | Official Selection |
| Binding | flat |
| Lengths | 167, 174, 181, 188 |
| Waist/Width | 98 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 131-98-119 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.94 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 3.88 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 4.04 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.68 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 3.65 / 5 |
| Rating: Energy/Liveliness | 3.78 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 3.30 / 5 |
| Rating: Versatility | 4.16 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 3.83 / 5 |
