K2 Gateway vs K2 Passport
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain and powder terrain, while the K2 Gateway leans more freestyle, while the K2 Passport leans more freeride. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. The K2 Gateway has a rocker profile (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel), while the K2 Passport uses hybrid (camber/rocker) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). The K2 Gateway targets intermediate riders while the K2 Passport is aimed at expert riders. At $489.95 vs $599.95 MSRP, the K2 Gateway is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
K2 Gateway
6
K2 Passport
7
Powder
K2 Gateway
7
K2 Passport
6
Freestyle
K2 Gateway
5
K2 Passport
4
Freeride
K2 Gateway
7
K2 Passport
7
Stiffness
K2 GatewayN/A
K2 PassportN/A
Versatility
K2 Gateway
7
K2 Passport
7
K2 Gateway
K2 Passport
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Powder, Freestyle
TerrainFreeride, All Mountain, Powder
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional
CamberRocker
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
Riding LevelIntermediate
Riding LevelExpert
Stance
Stance
MSRP$489.95
MSRP$599.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
K2 Passport
K2’s directional all-mountain board with a growing used market. Collab or Brain Dead Passports are graphics, not a different ride — do not overpay for the print. Check the base and edges; a newer season is not automatically a step up in price.