K2 Alchemist vs K2 Medium
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the K2 Alchemist leans more freeride/powder, while the K2 Medium leans more freestyle. The K2 Alchemist uses a directional shape while the K2 Medium is twin. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. At $599.95 vs $849.95 MSRP, the K2 Medium is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Alchemist
8
K2 Medium
8
Powder
K2 Alchemist
6
K2 Medium
5
Freestyle
K2 Alchemist
4
K2 Medium
6
Freeride
K2 Alchemist
7
K2 Medium
5
Stiffness
K2 AlchemistN/A
K2 MediumN/A
Versatility
K2 Alchemist
7
K2 Medium
8
K2 Alchemist
K2 Medium
Core Specs
TerrainFreeride, All Mountain, Powder
TerrainFreestyle, All Mountain
ShapeDirectional
ShapeTwin
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelExpert
Stance
Stance
MSRP$849.95
MSRP$599.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
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Not available for this model
Camber Profile