The tried-and-true flagship model of K2’s touring collection, the K2 Talkback 88 is the perfect backcountry ski. With an 88mm waist, Carbon reinforcement and strategic metal placement underfoot, the Talkback 88 offers the lightweight maneuverability for big alpine ascents, but remains stout enough for the even the most variable descents. Tackle the pow, rule the wind-buff, and take that third lap. Go on; find your own path. FeaturesWeight: 2.19Radius: 15.0 m @ 153 cmSidecut: 121 - 88 - 109Core: Paulownia Tour LightDrill Specs: 4.1 x 9.5Rocker: All Terrain RockerFeatures: Ti SpYne, Carbon Overdrive, SnowphobicTi SpYne - Titanal laminate developed specifically for K2 Touring skis that dramatically increases predictability and damping on lightweight carbon constructions, while enhancing stability and edge grip. Snowphobic Topsheet - Hydrophobic, snow shedding top materials that helps prevent snow from sticking to the tops of your skis.Carbon Overdrive - Top secret construction using carbon fiber to make a ski even more awesome than if it did not have carbon fiber. Radness levels achieved are difficult to quantify. Product of area ‘62.Reinforced grommets in the tip and tail of the ski that both accomodate K2’s pre-cut skins with a Z-clip ski attachment, and can be used with K2/BCA shovels to build a rescue sled.