
The widest model in K2's women's touring line, the Talkback 96 is the ski to reach for when the backcountry is deep and stable. Built with T3 construction, the Talkback 96 is as predictable and confident on the way down as it is effortless on the way up. The Ti Spyne adds stability and control like you've never felt on a dedicated touring ski, while the carbon reinforced Paulownia Tour Lite core keeps things light at an excellent 1250 g per ski.
Specifications
Lengths available | 156 cm, 163 cm, 170 cm |
Weight (g) | 1264 g in 163 cm verified |
Radius (m) | 18 m (163 cm) |
Sidecut | 128/96/115 |
Others |
Great guide-style ski, perfect for variable conditions Everything from deeper days to couloir hunting Comfortable, confidence-inspiring and stable |
Tech
TI 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.
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.
SNOWPHOBIC TOPSHEET:
Hydrophobic, snow shedding top material that helps prevent snow from sticking to the tops of your skis.
ALL TERRAIN ROCKER™:

Skis with All-Terrain rocker have a gradual rise to the tip for great versatility in all conditions, with a short, low rise in the tail for added control variable snow.
CORE:
PAULOWNIA CORE
Lively, flexible wood with excellent weight to strength ratio.