K2 Dreamsicle vs K2 Gateway

How they compare

the K2 Dreamsicle leans more all mountain, while the K2 Gateway leans more powder. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. The K2 Dreamsicle has a rocker profile (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel), while the K2 Gateway uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The K2 Gateway is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.