K2 Mens Apache Ranger M2 10.0 Ski and Binding System

Features:

• K2 Apache Ranger / Marker M2 Recreational All Mountain Ski and Binding System
• Torsion Box Cap Construction
• MOD Technology
• MOD Monic
• Triaxial Braiding
• Performance: 40% Ungroomed/60% Groomed
• Core: Fir and Aspen

K2/M2 System
A high performance K2 ski/plate/Marker binding system.

The K2/M2 is the ultimate ski/plate/ binding system designed for performance and recreation alike. Utilizing a floating toe and a fixed heel design, the K2/M2 generates more power, precision and quickness underfoot. The K2/M2 systems` sleek design is graphically integrated into the look of the Apache series skis.

Torsion Box Technology
Torsion Box construction is the foundation for the widest range of skis designed by K2. Depending on the dimensions of a ski, and the amount of flex and torsion designed into it, one model of a Torsion Box ski can differ greatly from another. The versatility in the construction enables K2 to build everything from learning through expert level skis, sharing the common traits of ease, forgiveness, responsiveness, and energy that can be found in all Torsion Box skis.

Cap Construction
Cap skis are built with a sophisticated molding process that envelops the core and internal materials with the top layer of the ski. Capped skis share the common characteristics of being very durable and lightweight.The construction process is nearly identical for an entry and expert level ski. What determines the characteristics of the ski are the variations in the layers of the core materials. For this reason, cap skis can be used for just about any type of skiing and performance level.

MOD Technology
MOD technology incorporates a secondary core applied for a smooth ride.

MOD is an integrated high performance suspension system, and mass dampener. It functions by absorbing vibrations and impact loads in all types of snow conditions providing stronger edge hold and a higher degree of power and control. MOD is unique because mass is applied as a secondary core independent from the traditional, primary wood core. With mass added separately, both cores can flex or move on top of one another allowing the overall ski flex to be unaffected. Additionally, the ski retains ease, versatility, and liveliness while greatly reducing vibrations and chatter.

MOD Monic
MOD Monic uses mass added to a precise location to reduce vibration.

The Monic is a solid zinc mass embedded in the secondary core so it works in conjunction with the MOD structure to focus mass dampening at a targeted location. Independent studies at Boeing Test Laboratories helped pinpoint a precise location where `focused` mass dampening would reduce harmonic vibration to further dampen and quiet the ski. The MOD Monic dampens at a precise location where the overall MOD structure dampens the entire length of the ski. The addition of MOD Monic enables the overall MOD structure to be lightened, reducing the weight while still optimizing the dampening characteristics of the ski.

Triaxial Braiding
Triaxial Braiding was developed by K2 in 1988 and is still the best way to apply fiberglass to a wood core. This process consists of sending a milled wood core through the patented Triaxial Braiding machine, where interlocking strands of fiberglass wrap the core. This unique method produces skis that have a great deal of torsional or twist rigidity and strength, while maintaining the lively innate flex characteristics of its wood core.

Wood Cores
All of K2`s adult models use wood cores. In their men`s models they generally use fir and aspen for their inherent strength, durability and energy.

Apache Ranger Geometry
Length (cm)	Sidecut (mm) (Tip/Waist/Tail)	Turn Radius (m)
163, 170	119/72/103	14 @ 170

SPECIFICATIONS:

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