K2 Afterblack vs K2 Excavator
Snowboards comparison — 2023-2024 season
Compare two models
How they compare
the K2 Afterblack leans more freestyle, while the K2 Excavator leans more freeride. The K2 Afterblack uses a twin shape while the K2 Excavator is directional. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The K2 Excavator is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the stiff range.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Afterblack
7
K2 Excavator
6
Powder
K2 Afterblack
3
K2 Excavator
8
Freestyle
K2 Afterblack
10
K2 Excavator
1
Freeride
K2 Afterblack
2
K2 Excavator
10
Stiffness
K2 Afterblack
6
K2 Excavator
7
Versatility
K2 Afterblack
5
K2 Excavator
5
K2 Afterblack
K2 Excavator
Core Specs
TerrainFreestyle
TerrainFreeride
ShapeTwin
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex6/10
Flex7/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile