| Article number: | KS250946002-163 |
| Availability: | In stock |
DESCRIPTION
The Mindbender 85 is an ideal ski for anyone breaking out beyond the groomers. They are lightweight, forgiving, and intuitive – inspiring confidence in beginner-to-intermediate skiers looking to bring their improving skills to new parts of the mountain.
Some skis are easy to outgrow for a developing skier, but these Mindbender 85s will remain in your arsenal even after you gain confidence in tougher terrain.
| Ability | Category | Dimensions | Waist Width | Product Weight (No Plate) |
| Beginner | Freeride, All Mountain | 128 - 85 - 116 | 85-104mm | 1650g @ 170 |
| Construction | Core | Radius | Rocker | Ski Turning Radius |
| Carbon | Aspen Veneer | 13.1 @ 170 | All-Terrain Rocker | Medium |
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| Freeride | All Mountain |
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TECHNOLOGY
All-Terrain Rocker™: |
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| Gradual rise in the tip with a short, low section in the tail for greater versatility in all conditions. | |
Aspen Veneer: |
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| Lightweight and resilient, aspen is a great all-around core material. | |
Bio-Resin: |
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| Lightweight, eco-friendly material for energetic and consistent flex across a wide range of temperatures. | |
SlantWall: |
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Adding a 30° angle to the sidewall in K2’s Hybritech construction, SlantWall increases a ski's agility and responsiveness while maintaining accuracy and power. |
BINDINGS NOT INSTALLED: |
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| K2 does not mount bindings prior to shipment. They must be properly set for each individual rider based on their size, ability level, and equipment. All bindings must be mounted, adjusted, and tested by an authorized retailer prior to use. | |
SIZE CHART
| Skier Weight | Skier Height | Ski Length | |
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| lbs/kg | ft/In | Expert (cm) | Intermediate (cm) |
| 100+ / 45+ | 4'6"+ | 134+ | 124+ |
| 110+ / 50+ | 4'9"+ | 146+ | 136+ |
| 120+ / 55+ | 5'0"+ | 159+ | 149+ |
| 130+ / 59+ | 5'3"+ | 166+ | 156+ |
| 140+ / 63+ | 5'6"+ | 170+ | 160+ |
| 150+ / 68+ | 5'9"+ | 177+ | 167+ |
| 170+ / 77+ | 6'0"+ | 184+ | 174+ |
| 190+ / 86+ | 6'2"+ | 191+ | 181+ |