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Reviewers' score
15.2

K2 iKonic 80ti review 2018

PROSKILAB™ reviewers' comments

Not far from the tenors in the category in our selection of the best skis on the market, the iKonic 80ti from K2 comes away with honours. The reviewers were impressed by its agility and accessibility. lt’s remarkably easy to use and riders will get a handle on it immediately. The ski scores well for its comfort. The way it cushions the terrain is astonishing and the ski can be steered with very little physical engagement. Very docile, it responds to a touch, and turn entry in particular is very easy. The reviewers regretted a certain lack of character and responsiveness, however, especially noticeable in short turns. We recommend this model for intermediary to very good riders for cruising the pistes rather than carving out dashing big turns.

Review: Pros

  • Easy turn entry
  • Agile
  • User-friendly
  • Comfortable
  • Cushions the terrain
  • Requires little physical effort
  • Great performance in long turns

Review: Cons

  • A flexible ski, but with limited performance, especially in short turns
  • Lacks character

The ski review scores

Turn initiation
☆☆☆☆☆
14.8
Stability
☆☆☆☆☆
16.0
Stability/turning performance
☆☆☆☆☆
13.7
Grip
☆☆☆☆☆
13.8
Short turn performance
☆☆☆☆☆
14.3
Long turn performance
☆☆☆☆☆
15.5
Skid turn performance
☆☆☆☆☆
16.0
Handleability
☆☆☆☆☆
15.8
Comfort
☆☆☆☆☆
15.2
Snow contact
☆☆☆☆☆
15.3
Soft snow fluidity
☆☆☆☆☆
16.5

Who's it for?

Intermediate → Very good+

Manufacturer's remarks

A top-quality high-precision ski that stretches the boundaries on snowy mornings

Features of the iKonic 80ti

Brand : K2
Model : iKonic 80ti
Year : 2018
Family : Cruisers
Size tested : 177 cm
Tip size : 129 mm
Waist size : 80 mm
Tail size : 108 mm
Radius for the size reviewed : Not available

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Reviewed by PROSKILAB™

in La Clusaz, France, March 2017