K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package vs K2 Passport
Snowboards comparison — 2022-2023 season
How they compare
Both boards are designed for freeride 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. Both are rated 7/10 flex (stiff).
Ratings
Piste
K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package
6
K2 Passport
6
Powder
K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package
8
K2 Passport
8
Freestyle
K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package
1
K2 Passport
1
Freeride
K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package
10
K2 Passport
10
Stiffness
K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package
7
K2 Passport
7
Versatility
K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package
5
K2 Passport
5
K2 Grateful Dead Qs Freeloader Split Package
K2 Passport
Core Specs
TerrainFreeride
TerrainFreeride
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex7/10
Flex7/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
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.