K2 Annex 118 vs K2 K2 BackDrop
Skis comparison — 2013-2014 season
How they compare
Both target powder terrain, while the K2 Annex 118 leans more freeride, while the K2 K2 BackDrop leans more all mountain. 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. At $478.71 vs $683.8 MSRP, the K2 K2 BackDrop is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Annex 118
3
K2 K2 BackDrop
7
Powder
K2 Annex 118
9
K2 K2 BackDrop
5
Freestyle
K2 Annex 118
3
K2 K2 BackDrop
6
Freeride
K2 Annex 118
6
K2 K2 BackDrop
5
Stiffness
K2 Annex 118N/A
K2 K2 BackDropN/A
Versatility
K2 Annex 118
5
K2 K2 BackDrop
8
K2 Annex 118
K2 K2 BackDrop
Core Specs
TerrainFreeride, Powder
TerrainAll Mountain, Powder
ShapeTwin Tip
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
MSRP$683.8
MSRP$478.71
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
181 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
181 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile