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Alchemist Snowboard - 2027
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What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying
"The Alchemist is not a beginner-friendly board, and it doesn't pretend to be. That flex is real — this thing wants to be pushed. When you do push it, the edge hold is remarkable, and the pop off the tail is some of the best I've felt. The Spectral Braid tech is the real deal; you can actually feel how the tip and tail tune independently. If you're an advanced rider who wants a board that rewards precision, this is worth every penny."
Who It's For
Advanced to Expert All-Mountain Riders:
The Alchemist is built for experienced riders who want a high-performance tool, not a forgiving learner board. The stiff flex demands commitment and proper technique, rewarding riders who can drive their edges and generate speed with authority. It suits aggressive all-mountain riders who are most comfortable charging hard on open terrain and in deep snow, but who still want a board that can handle whatever the mountain throws at them.
What It's For
Charging Hard on Powder and Groomed Terrain:
The Alchemist is most at home when you're moving fast and committing fully — deep powder days, long groomer carves, and high-speed all-mountain lines are where it thrives. The Directional Camber Profile and setback stance favor forward momentum and float in soft snow over switch tricks or park laps. It can handle a feature or two, but this board was designed for riders who'd rather find the longest, fastest line on the mountain.
Why We Like It
Premium Construction That Justifies Every Dollar:
The Alchemist stacks serious technology into one board. SpaceGlass™ tip inserts use USA-made aerospace composite to eliminate chatter and reduce swing weight. Spectral Braid™ allows the torsional flex to be tuned independently from tip to tail — stiff where you need stability, softer between the bindings for maneuverability. HyperWeave™ replaces the traditional fiberglass base layer with 100% Carbon Fiber Biax Weave for a significant boost in pop and a meaningful weight reduction. The S1 Pro Core brings Paulownia wood placement and a 5-year warranty to back it all up.
Details
- SpaceGlass™ tip insert eliminates chatter at high speed
- Spectral Braid™ tunes tip, tail, and mid flex independently
- HyperWeave™ carbon biax layer adds pop and cuts weight
- S1 Pro Core uses Paulownia wood for light, lively response
- Recess3D CNC machined core increases stiffness efficiently
- Directional Camber Profile for powerful edge hold and float
- BioResin and Wax Infused Sintered 4001 Base for fast glide
- Stone Ground Base and 2x4 inserts for tunability and setup
- Item #K2SO1IY
- Length
- 148cm, 151cm, 154cm, 157cm, 160cm, 160W, 163cm, 163W, 166cm
- Profile
- Directional Camber (Rocker / Camber)
- Shape
- Directional
- Flex
- Stiff (9/10 on K2's scale)
- Effective Edge
- [148cm] 112cm, [151cm] 114cm, [154cm] 117cm, [157cm] 119cm, [160cm, 160W] 122cm, [163cm] 124cm, [163W] 124cm, [166cm] 127cm
- Waist Width
- [148cm] 24.0cm, [151cm] 24.3cm, [154cm] 24.7cm, [157cm] 25.0cm, [160cm] 25.3cm, [160W] 26.1cm, [163cm] 25.6cm, [163W] 26.4cm, [166cm] 26.1cm
- Sidecut Radius
- [148cm] 6.9m, [151cm] 7.1m, [154cm] 7.3m, [157cm] 7.8m, [160cm, 160W] 8.0m, [163cm, 163W] 8.1m, [166cm] 8.3m
- Stance Width
- [148cm] 19in, [151cm] 20in, [154cm, 157cm] 21in, [160cm, 160W] 22in, [163cm, 163W, 166cm] 23in
- Stance Setback
- 0.75in
- Mount
- 2x4 Inserts
- Core
- S1 Pro Core
- Laminate
- Triax Glass, HyperWeave™, Spectral Braid™, BioResin
- Edge
- Steel
- Base
- Wax Infused Sintered 4001, Stone Ground Base
- Recommended Rider Weight
- [148cm] 100–150+ lbs, [151cm] 110–160+ lbs, [154cm] 120–170+ lbs, [157cm] 130–200+ lbs, [160cm, 160W] 140–210+ lbs, [163cm, 163W] 150–230+ lbs, [166cm] 160–250+ lbs
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 3 years, 5 years (S1 Pro Core)
- Activity
- All-Mountain Snowboarding, Freeride/Powder Snowboarding
Free & Original Since 1962
K2 is the original American Ski and Snowboard Brand, founded in 1962 in Washington State.
Phantom Glide By DPS Skis
This snowboard is compatible with Phantom Glide, the long-lasting base treatment from DPS Skis. Backcountry technicians apply and UV-cure it before the board ships, so it arrives ready to ride with no waxing needed.
How It Works
Applied By Backcountry Techs
Backcountry technicians treat and UV-cure every board in the shop before it leaves the warehouse, so it arrives ready to ride with no setup required.
Glide That Outlasts Wax
Wax sits on top of the base and wears off in a few days. Phantom Glide bonds into the base, so glide stays fast and consistent from cold powder to spring slush.
No More Wax Days
Phantom Glide replaces scraping, ironing, and shop visits with a quick base cleaning using the Phantom Glide Base Care Kit. The formula is made without PFAS.