The K2 Wayback 96 Skis were created for back country skiers looking for a ski that is light enough for the up but substantial enough to handle whatever comes your way on the way down. With a lightweight Paulownia Tour Lite core, the skis are nimble, agile, and super quick from edge to edge. At 96- millimeters underfoot, they're not the widest skis out there, but the combination of that width and the tip taper and rocker gives it more oomph in the deep stuff. The addition of a Carbon Overdrive adds stiffness without adding too much weight. Some ski tours are absurdly long, and if your gear is too heavy, then you're either not going to get as far or not have enough energy or strength for the descent. As a result, you need a good middle ground to stand on. That's where the K2 Wayback 96 comes in to play. With a 1397 grams per ski weight at 177 cm length, the skis feel super light when you put them on your feet. With the skin grommets and the feathery feeling, the skis are super uphill performers. When you start your descent, you'll really appreciate the All Terrain Rocker profile that keeps you up and on top of a whole bunch of fresh snow. Efficient on the way up and inspiring confidence on the way down what the K2 Wayback 96 Skis are all about.