The K2 Wayback 106 is the deep-snow member of the Wayback touring family, built for powder days and uphill travel with a focus on low weight.
The Wayback is K2's touring line, built on a Paulownia Tour Light core with Titanal Touring Technology laminates for downhill stability and edge hold, a bio-based resin with 31 percent bio-based carbon content, and a Snophobic topsheet that resists snow buildup on the skin track. The 106 adds Carbon Overdrive construction for high performance at very low weight.
The trade-off with a light, wide touring ski is that it will not feel as damp as a heavy freeride ski when the snow is firm and chattery. Where it earns its keep is on the climb and in soft snow on the way down.
It suits intermediate to advanced backcountry skiers who tour for powder and want a ski that floats without wearing out their legs. The all-terrain rocker uses a low tip rise and a short tail rise with camber underfoot, so it skins and climbs predictably.
For deep days in the Green Mountains backcountry, the Wayback 106 is a light, floaty ski that makes every lap worth the climb.
Gradual tip rocker blended with camber underfoot for float and edge hold.
An ultra-light paulownia core for uphill efficiency.
A titanal laminate that adds damping, stability and edge grip to a light carbon build.
Lengthwise carbon laminates for rebound, torsional rigidity and precision.
Resists snow buildup on the way up and down.
| Length | Tip / Waist / Tail (mm) | Radius (m) | Weight per ski (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 179cm (reference) | 132 / 106 / 121 | 22.3 | 1475 |
This guide is for alpine (downhill) skis. Ski length depends on your height, your ability, and how you like to ski. Use this chart as a starting point, then talk to us about the ski itself: rocker, width, and turn shape all change how long a ski feels.
| Height | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" / 147 | 120–130 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 145–155 |
| 5'0" / 152 | 125–135 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 150–160 |
| 5'2" / 157 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 155–165 |
| 5'4" / 163 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 160–170 |
| 5'6" / 168 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 165–175 |
| 5'8" / 173 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 170–180 |
| 5'10" / 178 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 175–185 |
| 6'0" / 183 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 180–190 |
| 6'2" / 188 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 180–190 | 185–192 |
| 6'4" / 193 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 185–192 | 190–192 |
Not sure? Call us at (802) 253-4531 or stop in. Want to try before you buy? Demo a ski and we deduct the rental from the purchase.
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