2022 K2 Reckoner 112

The K2 Reckoner 112 is a super-fun and surfy ski that has a place and time, but in that sense, it’s one of the most complete and sought-after skis on the market. For a ski this wide, it’s on the livelier side of the spectrum, and most of that has to do with the use of K2’s Carbon Boost and Carbon Spectral Braiding systems. The core is made from a blend of fir and aspen, and when these two carbon laminates are laid on top of that wood, the ski really comes to life. K2 is able to fine-tune the flex of the ski as a result, leading to an impossibly playful and lively ski that excels in soft snow and powder. It’s neither feather-light nor lead-heavy, but rather is found somewhere in the middle. Skiers who spend a lot of time in the powder and who want a playful twin tip for those situations will gravitate to the Reckoner 112 for sure. Backcountry powder is right in this ski’s wheelhouse, so if you decide to put a hybrid tech binding on it, you’ll be in a good spot. We’ve found that even though they’re wide, the ability to alter the torsional stiffness makes them surprisingly good carvers on the trails. It’s certainly on the wide side to be considered all-mountain, but they do a decent job at making it feel grippy and energetic on the groomers, just the softer ones are better.

Jeff Neagle loves the all-around performance of his 184 cm Reckoner 112, with a personal pair with his name on it (not really, but it is his). He’s got them mounted a bit more towards center, leading to a more playful feel overall, with freestyle notes oozing out of it. He scores it 5’s out of 5 for flotation, forgiveness, playfulness, and overall impression, with 4’s for stability, torsional stiffness, edge hold, and versatility. These are some consistently high scores for such a wide ski and we’re all about it. “These skis are just so fun, and even more so when the conditions are correct. Not the best on the groomers, but pretty darn surprising, and I really enjoy the edge grip due to the torsional stiffness of the ski. They’re really able to tighten up the flex in the middle, allowing for those higher edge angles and deeper carves, but for me, they are a lot more fun in deep snow and with a freestyle perspective, I like the freeride aspect to them as well. Easy to use in the powder, I love the flotation of these, and since they turn really well with my mount point, they’re a ton of fun in the trees around here in Vermont as well.” If you value that type of torsional stiffness in a wider powder ski, you’re likely going to get along great with the Reckoner 112.

Also on the 184, Josh Wolfgang notes the correctness of the sizing, giving top scores of 4 out of 5 for flotation, quickness, and maneuverability. All other scores were 3’s out of 5, showing a pretty high-end versatility to the ski, taking it one step away from being pigeon-holed as a one-dimensional ski only. Josh states that the Reckoner 112 is a “Fun ski. Too wide for the day. Really likes going slow and being nimble and just playing around on the side of the trail. Doesn’t love going fast but that’s not the purpose of this ski.” While the speed limit can be found, that doesn’t mean that it’s unhappy there, it’s just not quite as stable as some of the heavier skis in this width.

For a powder-specific ski for advanced and expert skiers, the K2 Reckoner 112 has a whole lot to offer. With fantastic flotation and a freestyle flair, these skis can take any normal powder day and make it an excellent one. While not really a quiver of one, the 112, definitely has a solid place in anyone’s collection, especially if you spend most of your time in the fresh and deep stuff.