Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target freeride and all mountain and powder terrain, while the K2 Manifest leans more freestyle. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. Both feature hybrid (camber/rocker) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. At $599.95 vs $649.95 MSRP, the K2 Passport is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
K2 Manifest
K2 Passport
Core Specs
Shape Profile
Camber Profile
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
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.