The 2026 K2 Passport should be the first snowboard on your list when you are looking for the perfect intermediate to expert level freeride stick. This directional, cambered board, coupled with a stiffer flex, 8mm of taper, and a wider than normal waist width you get a board that offers effortless turning and flow in powder. With the added rocker to the nose of the board you get extra float and powder dispersal allowing you to really throw yourself into the good deep stuff and the tighter sidecut makes the Passport turn like an absolute dream. So grab your Passport, hop on a plane and go explore uncharted territory and have the absolute time of your life.
Board Type: All Mountain - Freeride
All Mountain snowboards are versatile boards that excel across various terrains, from groomed runs to off-piste. These boards offer solid edge control and responsiveness, making them a great option for riders who want one board to do just about everything.
Freeride snowboards are built for steeper, off-piste terrain. These boards are ideal for aggressive riding and usually for more advanced riders.
Flex: Mid (6/10)
Offering a balanced blend of flexibility and stiffness, mid-flex boards are versatile and suitable for all-mountain riding. They provide enough responsiveness for carving while maintaining some forgiveness for playful or casual riding.
Ability Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate snowboards offer more responsiveness and stability at higher speeds, with a slightly stiffer flex for better control on varied terrain and more advanced manoeuvres.
Advanced snowboards are stiffer and more responsive, designed for high-speed control, precision riding, and handling challenging terrain or tricks.
Shape: Directional
A directional snowboard has a shape designed for riding primarily in one direction, with a longer nose and a shorter, more compact tail. This design provides better control, stability, and float in powder, making it ideal for freeride and all-mountain riding. It offers optimal performance when riding forward, with a focus on carving and downhill runs.
Camber Type: Directional Combination Camber
The best of both worlds. Combining traditional Camber and Rocker profiles, Directional Combination Camber offers the pop and precision of camber, along with the float and predictability of rocker.
Width: Standard, Wide
Standard width boards deliver exceptional edge-to-edge quickness and responsiveness while providing enough platform space for riders with average boot sizes.
Wide boards are for those with large boot sizes and provide extra flotation, reduced drag, and never feel clunky or cumbersome underfoot.
Inserts: 2x4 Inserts
These offer a tighter hole pattern, allowing for more precise stance adjustments. They're common on modern boards and ideal for riders who want fine-tuned positioning and can be used with any binding with a standard or mini disk.
Board Construction
Laminate: IGC 10 Triax Carbon Glass
Boosts the snowboard's pop, liveliness, and durability without adding excessive rigidity.
Core: A1 Core
Lightweight, snappy, and durable, the A1 Core is crafted from three renewable timber species: Bamboo, Aspen, and Paulownia. Aspen takes the lead to emphasise snap and response, while Bamboo is placed at 30° underfoot to enhance strength, boost edge-to-edge response, and improve pressure distribution along the edge. Lightweight Paulownia in the tip and tail reduces swing weight for better manoeuvrability.
Base: Sintered 4000 Base
The Sintered 4000 base absorbs wax deeply into the material, ensuring continuous glide and exceptional durability.
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HybridTech Construction - HybridTech is the lightest and most durable snowboard construction available. By eliminating excess sidewall material in the tip and tail and incorporating a 3D capped edge to strengthen the fiberglass bond while reducing swing weight, HybridTech delivers a revolutionary design. Boards spin faster, manoeuvre more easily, and outlast any others on the market.
