K2 Afterblack vs K2 Alchemist
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the K2 Afterblack leans more freestyle, while the K2 Alchemist leans more freeride/powder. The K2 Afterblack uses a twin shape while the K2 Alchemist is directional. The K2 Afterblack has a hybrid (camber/rocker) profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the K2 Alchemist uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). At $539.95 vs $849.95 MSRP, the K2 Afterblack is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Afterblack
7
K2 Alchemist
8
Powder
K2 Afterblack
5
K2 Alchemist
6
Freestyle
K2 Afterblack
6
K2 Alchemist
4
Freeride
K2 Afterblack
5
K2 Alchemist
7
Stiffness
K2 AfterblackN/A
K2 AlchemistN/A
Versatility
K2 Afterblack
8
K2 Alchemist
7
K2 Afterblack
K2 Alchemist
Core Specs
TerrainFreestyle, All Mountain
TerrainFreeride, All Mountain, Powder
ShapeTwin
ShapeDirectional
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
CamberCamber
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
Stance
Stance
MSRP$539.95
MSRP$849.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile