K2 Empress Womens vs K2 Mindbender 106 C Alliance Womens

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the K2 Empress Womens leans more freestyle / park, while the K2 Mindbender 106 C Alliance Womens leans more freeride. 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 advanced riders while the K2 Mindbender 106 C Alliance Womens is aimed at expert riders.