K2 Brain Dead Excavator vs K2 Gateway

How they compare

Both boards are designed for powder riding. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. The K2 Brain Dead Excavator has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the K2 Gateway uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The K2 Brain Dead Excavator is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.