K2 50th Anniversary Recoil vs K2 K2 HellBent
Skis comparison — 2012-2013 season
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How they compare
the K2 50th Anniversary Recoil leans more all mountain/freestyle / park, while the K2 K2 HellBent leans more powder. They share a twin tip shape — symmetrical tips for skiing switch and park; playful and forgiving. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The K2 50th Anniversary Recoil targets advanced riders while the K2 K2 HellBent is aimed at expert riders. At $53.95 vs $219.9 MSRP, the K2 K2 HellBent is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 50th Anniversary Recoil
7
K2 K2 HellBent
3
Powder
K2 50th Anniversary Recoil
5
K2 K2 HellBent
9
Freestyle
K2 50th Anniversary Recoil
6
K2 K2 HellBent
3
Freeride
K2 50th Anniversary Recoil
5
K2 K2 HellBent
6
Stiffness
K2 50th Anniversary RecoilN/A
K2 K2 HellBentN/A
Versatility
K2 50th Anniversary Recoil
8
K2 K2 HellBent
5
K2 50th Anniversary Recoil
K2 K2 HellBent
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freestyle / Park
TerrainPowder
ShapeTwin Tip
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelExpert
MSRP$219.9
MSRP$53.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
169 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
179 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile