K2 Mindbender 116 C vs K2 Wayback 88
Skis comparison — 2023-2024 season
Compare two models
How they compare
Both target freeride terrain, while the K2 Mindbender 116 C leans more powder. The K2 Mindbender 116 C uses a twin tip shape while the K2 Wayback 88 is flat. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. At $649.95 vs $749.95 MSRP, the K2 Wayback 88 is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Mindbender 116 C
3
K2 Wayback 88
5
Powder
K2 Mindbender 116 C
9
K2 Wayback 88
7
Freestyle
K2 Mindbender 116 C
3
K2 Wayback 88
2
Freeride
K2 Mindbender 116 C
6
K2 Wayback 88
9
Stiffness
K2 Mindbender 116 CN/A
K2 Wayback 88N/A
Versatility
K2 Mindbender 116 C
5
K2 Wayback 88
5
K2 Mindbender 116 C
K2 Wayback 88
Core Specs
TerrainFreeride, Powder
TerrainFreeride
ShapeTwin Tip
Shapeflat
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
MSRP$749.95
MSRP$649.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
187 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
174 — dimensions in mm (width exaggerated)
Camber Profile