K2 Alchemist vs K2 Excavator
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both boards are designed for freeride and all mountain and powder riding. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. At $629.95 vs $849.95 MSRP, the K2 Excavator is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Alchemist
8
K2 Excavator
8
Powder
K2 Alchemist
6
K2 Excavator
6
Freestyle
K2 Alchemist
4
K2 Excavator
4
Freeride
K2 Alchemist
7
K2 Excavator
7
Stiffness
K2 AlchemistN/A
K2 ExcavatorN/A
Versatility
K2 Alchemist
7
K2 Excavator
7
K2 Alchemist
K2 Excavator
Core Specs
TerrainFreeride, All Mountain, Powder
TerrainFreeride, All Mountain, Powder
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
Stance
Stance
MSRP$849.95
MSRP$629.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile