By Alice Ivey
K2 Reckoner 110 mens
Overview
The Reckoner 110 (Men's) is a playful, surfy freeride ski aimed at skiers who want serious float without sacrificing versatility. With a 110 mm waist and All‑Terrain Twin Rocker, it offers buoyant flotation in powder and enough tip and tail rise to pivot easily in trees and variable snow. Available in 170–191 cm lengths, it feels composed at speed yet retains enough maneuverability for shorter, playful lines and occasional park laps. It balances surfy personality with reliable all‑mountain capability.
On‑Snow Performance
On snow the ski behaves like a surfboard on snow: smooth in soft conditions, composed in chop, and surprisingly lively through compressions. Rocker in the tip and tail with camber underfoot provides rebound and predictable edge-to-edge transitions. The listed turning radius of about 22 m at 184 cm means it's happiest on longer, arcing turns, but the ski’s pivot-friendly nature and moderate swing weight let it handle tight trees and variable terrain well. It’s best used where float and fun are priorities.
Construction & Spec Breakdown
The construction explains the character: a Pure Aspen wood core gives a lively, natural flex; Spectral Braid and triaxial braiding add tuned torsional stiffness and damping; Carbon Boost stringers provide pop and snap for ollies and dynamic turns. Specs matter: a ~138 mm tip and ~135 mm tail (184 cm spec) combined with a 110 mm waist translate to strong flotation and a balanced feel between tip and tail. The factory lists 2140 g @ 184 cm as product weight (per ski, no plate) — retail listings sometimes report different figures or per‑pair weights, so verify when buying.
Strengths & Drawbacks
Key strengths include excellent powder flotation, playful pivoting, and a damp, confidence-inspiring layup with durable edge and topsheet detailing. Drawbacks are less edge bite and precision on hard, icy groomers compared with narrower, dedicated frontside skis, and a longer radius in larger sizes that doesn’t favor super-tight, quick-carve skiing. Compared to the narrower Reckoner 102, the 110 is noticeably more surfy and forgiving; the 102 will edge quicker and feel snappier on groomers.
Who Should Buy / Recommendation
Who should buy this ski? Advanced to expert skiers who spend a lot of time off piste, value float and playfulness, and occasionally hit park features or cliffs will love this platform. If you live on hardpack and prioritize carved turns and direct edge response, look elsewhere. For fit: choose a shorter length for more agility in trees and park, or a longer length for added stability at speed. Also confirm exact weight figures and mount point with your retailer before purchase.
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