To see our reviews before anyone else, download the Newschoolers App: iPhone - Android, Next up on The Roofbox - Volkl Revolt 104 or Armada Whitewalker (see how much it snows), Gear Jump, bounce, and charge. K2 Reckoner 112 Build. At 102mm underfoot, with 134mm tips and 127mm tails, the Reckoner 102 sits firmly in the mid-fat jib ski category. It’s also fairly damp in my opinion, as are almost all K2 skis I’ve ever tried. The Reckoner has good torsional stability due to the Spectral Braid which is a durable weave that is strategically placed in the full length of the ski for added strength without sacrificing extra weight. From deep pow to the park and everywhere in between, the reckoner 102 heeds the call. I see these skis as some kind of lovechild of the Line Blend and K2 Poacher. _ Ski: K2 Reckoner 102 Length skied: 177 Actual length (Tip-tail w/ straight tape): 177.2cm Shape: 134 / 102 / 127 mm Measured weight (each ski): 1802/1813g Mount:-1cm Binding: Tyrolia Attack2 16 Days skied: 25 Reviewer height/weight: 5'9, 135lbs The shape of the ski (barring the wider waist) is very similar to the Poacher and on edge, they ski similarly. We’re fans of all three, but while the 112 and 122 are very much soft snow oriented shapes, the Reckoner 102 is the return of the wider jib/park ski that has been missing from the K2 line in recent years. The K2 Reckoner 102 is a great option for that advanced intermediate to expert level skiers who's looking for a playful all mountain ski that progresses in softer snow. The negative only thing I’d note is that they have softened off a decent amount over the testing period. It looks like you are using an ad blocker. That said, I got two days of boot deep snow and I really liked the Reckoner 102 that amount of snow. Of course it couldn’t be as quick a real mogul ski edge to edge, so it did most of its navigation by slaving through the troughs and slinking around the lumpy bits. Who doesn't? The Reckoner 112 is all you need, no matter what the mountain throws at you. Click the link below for instructions on disabling adblock. The slicing attributes carry over to choppy snow too, though when the chop gets heavy or harder, the Reckoner does lack the power to deal with it as effectively as some. Knowing that the ski needs to maintain stability while also being playful, K2 has strategically mixed a handful of purpose-built materials in the K2 Reckoner 102. I hit some of the bigger jumps I’ve hit in recent years on these and was very pleasantly surprised. In all, it’s a fairly middle of the road ski shape-wise that is really quite similar to a wider Poacher. Similar to the Reckoner 102, the Reckoner 112 is built around a medium stiffness; one that’ll not feel too demanding when you’re turning up the style dials in the backcountry. Jump, bounce, and charge. It's definitely softer than most skis I end up spending time on, but for lack of a better word, the flex pattern just feels "right." I detuned them before use but they have no edge cracks, minimal topsheet damage, and no sign of delams despite all the buttering I do. The flex, shape, rocker profile, and general construction just all feel like they work really well together (which, I guess, is how a good ski should be).”. I generally like my skis a touch poppier than these but I skied this ski a lot because I loved it, and it never really felt like the wrong choice. COPYRIGHT © A360 Media LLC 2021. Quick view Choose Options. I mostly ski rails and I'm a big fan of the Reckoner 102 for that. Our Take On The 2021 K2 Reckoner 102: All new for 2020-2021, the K2 Reckoner 102s know exactly who they are. That’s what the shape looks like, and that’s how they ski. The dimensions are somewhat par for the course, as is the 18.5(ish) meter turn radius. K2 Reckoner 102 Ski 2021 NEW FOR 2021. The 2022 K2 Reckoner 102, an all-mountain park ski. SPECTRAL BRAID - An extension of K2’s Torsion Control Design, Spectral Braid is a first of its kind variable angle reinforcement (Patent Pending) that allows for precision tuned torsion and flex by … As the narrowest ski in K2’s 20/21 Reckoner collection, the Reckoner 102 slots into a crowded, but often quite versatile category of ~100mm-wide, playful all-mountain skis. There are plenty of skis with more rocker splay in this category (Vishnu Wide, Magnus 102, Wildcat 101, Prodigy 3.0 etc) but the Reckoner 102 keeps up with them nicely in pow thanks to some clever shaping. All rights reserved. I’d put them more in the bracket of primarily jib skis like the Blend, Vishnu Wide, Magnus 102 etc, than true all-mountain skis. Actual length (Tip-tail w/ straight tape): 177.2cm. Available at REI, 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. It’s also a fairly light ski, but it doesn’t ski like one, and I mean that in the best possible way. K2 is the original American Ski and Snowboard Brand, founded in 1962 in Washington State. The 2021 K2 Reckoner 102 Ski was developed to be that "One Ski Quiver" to meet the ever increasing demands of today's Freeride/All-Mountain skier's. Mash, bash, and float. The Reckoner doesn’t have the most taper but they are light, with deep rocker lines and a softish flex so they go sideways very happily in mid-depth snow. There hasn’t been a day so far when I wouldn’t have happily taken the Reckoner 102 out though, and that says a lot. Almost a year ago, I had the opportunity to visit the Seattle-based K2 headquarters to take a first-hand look at their operation and specifically the development of two new collections of skis. The new Reckoner 102 is in several respects the same ski, albeit embellished in ways its ancestor was not. The smooth flex is nice and predictable for buttering on and off of rails and the profile lends itself to easy pressing too. Dynastar Slicer skis + bindings - all mountain skis (Eastlake) $200. 2021 K2 Reckoner 102 Ski Review. So many skis in the industry today try to do everything and be super versatile. Price. There's enough rocker to float but still close to a full sidecut. SKU: K2C151. Mash, bash, and float. Conditions skied: Park, groomers, moderate pow. Even when the Saas-Fee summer park was icy, it felt relatively ok, which is more than can be said for almost any other ski this soft. So whether you're whipping cork trees off of cat tracks or pivoting through tight east coast trees, the Reckoner 102 will treat you right. Click the link below for instructions on disabling adblock. While I spent a lot of time on these skis, the vast majority of it was park skiing. The flex is on the softer side of medium. You could arguably call the Reckoner a “Blend Plus”. Roofbox Reviews, Subscribe to our newsletter and stay up-to-date with the latest news from Newschoolers and our partners. At higher speeds, they get a bit flappy too, though the dampness helps minimize the negative effects of that somewhat. It's 102mm twin tip heritage goes all the way back to the Kung Fujas circa 2012 & the Shreditor 102 more recently. 2021 K2 Reckoner 102 Skis - Jeremy Dean LTD, K2 Reckoner 102 Skis | Men's | 20/21 | Christy Sports | Size 177, ( This comment was made by a member you have blocked -. K2 knows what we need, a fun, playful ski that is just as happy on trail as it is off and has the stability to handle high speeds then enjoy a session in the park. $750 ... Jeremy Dean LTD Reckoner 102 Skis 2021 $750.00 $599.95. I think of the Reckoner 102 as more or less a wide park ski like those mentioned above. Features View the 19/20 Collection Now.undefined 102 underfoot is just about perfect for me in terms of a bit of stability, but also still narrow enough to do more technical stuff if I feel so inclined (which is rarely). That's okay. The biggest difference between the two is in the flex pattern. When I was surprised to get some pow in Zermatt, it held up well too. So whether your whipping cork threes off of cattracks or pivoting through tight east coast trees, the Reckoner 102 will treat you right. All rights reserved. Karhu Cross country skis $75, lake placid skis, $50 (Frankfort) $75. Jump, bounce, and charge. I've been skiing them all summer so far and I love them for slushy conditions. The profile and flex seem perfectly balanced such that you can easily flex them when you want to, but they do give still give a pretty solid landing platform. Simply put, I loved the Reckoner 102. Checkout all new men's skis at BlueZone Sports: the 2021 K2 Reckoner 102 takes you from the pow to the park and everywhere in between, the Reckoner 102 delivers thanks to its heavy freestyle influence. Sound weird? But ultimately they do have a bit of a speed limit because they are fairly and I definitely wouldn’t call them an exceptional carver. They have a more ‘performance’ feel in the turn, where the Reckoner really does just want to surf and play around. Wherever you decide to take it, the Reckoner 102 has got your back. The Reckoner series is K2’s new range for 2020 and the K2 Reckoner 102 looks set to replace the now-discontinued Marksman 106 in the ever-competitive 100 – 110 mm all-mountain category. New. From deep pow to the park and everywhere in between, Reckoner 102 heeds the call. May 21, 2020 June 2, 2020. The skis are bouncy enough to keep you cruising through moguls, afloat in powder, and agile through trees! A preview of K2's playful all-mountain park ski, plus weight and full specs. For this, however, I’d argue they are possibly my favorite ski at the moment. It’s the ski you need. Big-mountain twintips for every occasion, the men's K2 Reckoner 112 skis are perfect for the freerider who likes to jump, slarve, slash and cut their way around the mountain in all conditions. Among one or two other important events, 2020 sees the replacement of the K2 Catamaran and Marksman with a three width Reckoner line. I far prefer them over the Blend, Wide, Magnus, Vacation etc. Who doesn't? K2 RECKONER 102 – All new ski for season 2020/2021. Subscribe to our newsletter and stay up-to-date with the latest news from Newschoolers and our partners. SkiTalk Tester. Comments Required. The Reckoner has them both beat on landings despite being softer, but the enormous rocker splay of the other two makes nollies and butters more impressive/easy. Big-mountain twintips that'll treat you right from deep pow to the park and everywhere in between, the men's K2 Reckoner 102 skis are ready to float, jump, bounce and charge anywhere on the mountain. Name Review Subject Required. Like, actually need. The Blend is quite soft throughout, but it’s ridiculously soft in the tip/tail and there’s a noticeable hinge point. Think of it this way. They have a nice shape and they’re pretty damp, so they hold an edge well to a point. From the pow to the park and everywhere in between, the 2022 K2 Reckoner 102 delivers thanks to its heavy freestyle influence. The Reckoner 112 and the LibTech UFO 115 are close to identical in weight and built for similar purposes but have slightly different shapes and features. Spectral Braid When straight-lining out of a feature there were no issues in worrying about the stability of the ski. The construction, however, is much lighter than past K2 skis. The K2 Reckoner 102 falls squarely into the all-mountain schralping category. The Reckoner 102 has a very similar platform and intended use, but it’s beefed up in terms of more solid flex and feel. Available at REI, 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. However, the Reckoner feels far more comfortable skiing switch due to a more symmetrical shape and has less swingweight despite similar actual weights. I’d say it sits a bit softer than skis like the Prodigy 3.0 and original Armada ARV 106 but is noticeably stiffer than the Blend or J Skis Vacation. From deep pow to the park and everywhere in between, the Reckoner 102 heeds the call. Thread starter SkiTalk Test Team; Start date Sep 7, 2020; SkiTalk Test Team Testing skis so you don't have to. But without advertising revenue, we can't keep making this site awesome. Mash, bash, and float. For me, that feeling translates as follows: 1) They are far better on jumps/drops than they have any right to be. The Reckoner 102, however, definitely fills the gap left by the Shreditor 102. 2) They are also one of the most fun and flowy skis I’ve tried. Rossignol. That's okay. These skis are stupid fun and really versatile. And oh ya, keep the price down. It looks like you are using an ad blocker. Like, actually. The ski has an average amount of camber underfoot and moderate tip/tail rocker height, though the rocker lines are deeper than many in this category. Joined Mar 5, 2017 Posts 453. The one negative I would note is that K2 calls these a poppy ski in all their descriptions but I would say they are far from it. The big difference here is the shapes. They sit almost exactly in the middle of these two skis and the combo is something pretty special for playful usage. @patagonialuke nailed it in the forums, so I’ve stolen his words because they perfectly capture what I feel about these skis: “I absolutely loved the Reckoner 102. The Vishnu Wide, Magnus 102, etc have far more energy. 134 / 102 / 127 mm. Given the range of sizes, I find the Reckoner 102 the most compelling option in this bracket. The Reckoner collection is all new for 2021 with (my) expectation that the 102 will easily outsell the other two combined. I’m currently wishing I had a pair with edges for early season fun, but then, I am playing catchup on other reviews, so maybe I wouldn’t have time to ski them. I was able to take a pair of demos down the mountain for a day and they were incredible! Sep 7, 2020 #1 Philpug: Yes, it would be easy to say that the Reckoner is just a replacement for the Shreditor 102. On ice, they're a bit big and floppy but otherwise, these are looking like they might be one of my all-time favorites. In fact, until snow gets over a foot-ish of fresh, I prefer a ski around 100mm, because they are perfect for popping shifties and quick butters. K2 introduces the all-new Reckoner lineup this year, aimed squarely at well-rounded freeriders. I also really liked the Vishnu Wide, but it was a bit long for me, while I find the Blend and J Skis Vacation too soft for my personal taste. Impressive. Both of these skis are more rockered and more snappy/poppy than the Reckoner 102. Spectral Braid: An extension of K2 s Torsion Control Design, Spectral Braid is a first of its kind variable angle reinforcement (Patent Pending) that allows for precision tuned torsion and flex by … The Reckoner 102 has a smooth flex profile, so it softens gradually as you move towards the extremes, with no obvious hinge. Women´s Skis Nordica Santa Ana Free 104 Skis (Highlands) $850. Newschoolers has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. So whether your whipping cork threes off of cat tracks or pivoting through tight east coast trees, the Reckoner 102 will treat you right. It’s also fairly stable on jumps and landings, just like the Reckoner. The Line Blend is a super popular ski, but for me, it’s just too soft. So whether your whipping cork threes off of cat tracks or pivoting through tight east coast trees, the Reckoner 102 will treat you right. K2 K2’s carbon fibre Spectral Braid technology has been used, and it sits above a ‘Double Barrel’ wood core. ( This comment was made by a member you have blocked -. K2 K2 Reckoner 102 2021. - Twig I’d also give the Reckoner the edge in my impression of durability. The Reckoner doesn't sacrifice torsional stability due to the Spectral Braid which is a durable weave that is strategically placed in the full length of the ski for added strength without sacrificing extra weight. The new 2021 K2 Reckoner 102 is an ideal choice for skiers looking for a fun-loving, playful, and surfy ski for versatile snow conditions and terrain. They have fairly similar flexes (the Revolt is a little stiffer), weights, and mounting points. I could see these becoming a classic. It’s … 2021 K2 Reckoner 102. They’re decent all-mountain skis but are definitely more suited to playing around than gunning it. Rating Required. Mash, bash, and float. Both of these skis have had a cult following and the Reckoner 102 is … I really like both skis, but despite so many similarities, I’d call the Reckoner a wide park ski, and the Revolt 104 an all-mountain ski. Admin. These are my park ski of choice right now, so you’ll be seeing them on our editors’ picks list, dropping soon. The flex is much softer than the Poacher but still stable enough to ski jumps well. SKIS- NEW 2020-21 K2 RECKONER 102, 177 CM $475. The Marksman was definitely a more soft snow oriented ski than the old Shreditor 102, and while the Poacher is fun, it really is too stiff and narrow side to fit that mid-fat jibber bracket. Weirdly, despite everything I’ve said in this review, perhaps the closest ski to the Reckoner 102 is the Revolt 104. No. Newschoolers has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. The rocker profile means they float nicely, and it slices through, rather than pushing snow when skiing fast. Base, Click here to read our full review of the 2022 K2 Reckoner 102 | The Roofbox Reviews, Dimensions: It bends easily at the ends but it does so in such a predictable manner that I found myself skiing it way harder than I would've guessed. From the pow to the park and everywhere in between, the 2022 K2 Reckoner 102 delivers thanks to its heavy freestyle influence. COPYRIGHT © A360 Media LLC 2021. The Blend is better for those who want the softest ski for buttering etc, but for me at least the Reckoner has it beat in almost all other regards. Call it the tireless pursuit of the one-ski-quiver or delusions of grandeur. They still have chunky edges, 2.5x2.2 by my measure, and thick bases but they’re 200g lighter per ski than the Shreditor 102 was, and they’re lighter than the narrower K2 Poacher in the same size too. Much like the wider Mindbender 116 C, the Reckoner 102 uses a wood core and K2's carbon spectral braid. From deep pow to the park and everywhere in between, Reckoner 102 heeds the call. For 20/21, K2 ditched the 106mm-wide Marksman and 120mm-wide Catamaran and added three skis in their place: the Reckoner 102, Reckoner 112, and Reckoner 122. They add a looseness which the EDollo lacks somewhat thanks to the full camber tail, without sacrificing much elsewhere. For a K2 ski, they are fairly light, seem durable so far and do it all in the park comfortably. Featuring the same tech as its bigger brothers but with a more nimble waist width, this playful twin-tip is at home whipping cork threes off cat tracks, pivoting through tight east coast trees, or hunting for side hits on the groomers. Along with the Reckoner 112 and Reckoner 122 , the Reckoner 102 represents a new (and pretty different) direction for K2’s freestyle skis, and we’re quite excited about the whole collection. In K2:s own words: “From deep pow to the park and everywhere in between, the Reckoner 102 heeds the call. They have minimal taper, which is nice for 5050s. For years, I’ve thought that the Armada EDollo is the best wider park ski in terms of versatility because it both handles jumps well, and is great fun for buttering around, but for me the Reckoner 102 finally has them beat. An in-depth look at K2's all-new Reckoner 102 ski for 2021, with ski specs and full review discussing pow, park, durability, and more. Condition is "New". One of my favorite bump skis that wasn’t intended to be a bump ski was the K2 Shreditor 102 (circa 2105). All products are new unless otherwise stated, such cases include demos and mounted skis. But they will handle all but the biggest jumps and the iciest landings as long as you land decently. Are they a comp/jump ski? Featuring the same tech as its bigger brothers but with a more nimble waist width, this playful twin-tip is at home whipping cork threes off cat tracks, pivoting through tight east coast trees, or hunting for side hits on the groomers. If you like to keep things playful at speed both on and off the piste (who doesn’t),the Reckoners are definitely a … The Reckoner 102 has a much more playful feel than the Mindbender. I'd see these as a 70% park, 30% all-mountain jib kinda ski. I feel much more comfortable laying skis like the Prodigy 3.0 and Revolt 104 on edge than these. The K2 Reckoner 102 is great for the advanced to expert level guy who's looking for a playful all mountain ski that progresses in softer snow. The Revolt, despite its forward mounting point is far more directional. At 102mm they are wide enough for me on most days. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail. They definitely have ‘K2 DNA’ in both the turn radius and ‘on-snow feel’. It's the ski you need. Again, I’d say the Reckoner wins on versatility but for more rail, surfy use, then either of these could be more usable. But without advertising revenue, we can't keep making this site awesome. Both are on the damper end of the spectrum too. It is a fairly soft ski, but it's a softness that fits with the other attributes of the ski, particularly the dampening which stops it from getting too flappy. K2 Skis - Reckoner 102, 184 cm, BRAND NEW/UNWRAPPED/2 YEAR WARRANTY. cripple reckoner with the viciously. https://www.newschoolers.com/NS-Giveaway-K2-Skis-2020 Prize: 2021 K2 Reckoner 102 skis New for 2021, the K2 Reckoner 102 is a modern rework of an iconic K2 shape. I say this in every review but it’s almost impossible to accurately gauge durability. Tested & reviewed: K2 RECKONER 102 (2021) We had a real early chance for testing a bunch of interesting skis coming season 2020/2021. It blows the Reckoner away in chop and deeper snow while remaining surfy and fun. Imagine the lovechild of the Shreditor 102 and the Poacher and you're pretty much there. The same is true on groomers. An in-depth look at K2's all-new Reckoner 102 ski for 2021, with ski specs and full review discussing pow, park, durability, and more. That said, I have 25 days on these, and all but two involved several hours of rail laps. Wherever you decide to take it, the Reckoner 102 has got your back.