K2 Empress Womens vs K2 Pettitor
Skis comparison — 2015-2016 season
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How they compare
the K2 Empress Womens leans more all mountain/freestyle / park, while the K2 Pettitor leans more freeride/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 Empress Womens targets intermediate riders while the K2 Pettitor is aimed at expert riders. At $179.99 vs $849 MSRP, the K2 Empress Womens is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Empress Womens
7
K2 Pettitor
3
Powder
K2 Empress Womens
5
K2 Pettitor
9
Freestyle
K2 Empress Womens
6
K2 Pettitor
3
Freeride
K2 Empress Womens
5
K2 Pettitor
6
Stiffness
K2 Empress WomensN/A
K2 PettitorN/A
Versatility
K2 Empress Womens
8
K2 Pettitor
5
K2 Empress Womens
K2 Pettitor
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freestyle / Park
TerrainFreeride, Powder
ShapeTwin Tip
ShapeTwin Tip
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelIntermediate
Riding LevelExpert
MSRP$179.99
MSRP$849
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
159 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
179 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile