K2 Instrument vs Ride Algorythm

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the K2 Instrument leans more freeride/powder, while the Ride Algorythm leans more freestyle. The K2 Instrument uses a directional shape while the Ride Algorythm is directional twin. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The K2 Instrument is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.