K2 Afterblack vs K2 Cold Shoulder

How they compare

the K2 Afterblack leans more freestyle, while the K2 Cold Shoulder leans more powder. The K2 Afterblack uses a twin shape while the K2 Cold Shoulder is directional. The K2 Afterblack has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the K2 Cold Shoulder uses other (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). The K2 Afterblack is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.