Mindbender 116 C Ski – 2026

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

“I took these out on a storm cycle, and they immediately felt at home in deep snow. The wide platform and Powder Rocker keep them floating effortlessly, but what surprised me most was how composed they stayed when things got tracked and choppy. I could open it up in big terrain, stomp landings, and still pivot easily in tight spots. It’s a powder ski that stays playful but doesn’t fold when the lines get serious.”

Who It’s For

Advanced to Expert Freeriders:

This ski is built for confident riders chasing deep snow and big mountain terrain. Advanced and expert skiers who like charging powder fields, dropping cliffs, or navigating steep freeride lines will appreciate the Mindbender 116C’s mix of stability and maneuverability. It suits skiers who want a powder-focused platform that still feels responsive when conditions get variable on the way back to the lift.

What It’s For

Freeride Powder Performance:

Designed for storm days and soft-snow missions, the Mindbender 116C thrives in powder, soft chop, and natural freeride terrain. The wide waist and Powder Rocker profile keep it floating high in deep snow, while the balanced flex and torsional control help maintain stability through landings, pillow lines, and fast descents across big alpine faces.

Why We Like It

Float, Stability, and Playful Control:

We like how the Mindbender 116C blends surfy powder performance with dependable stability. The Powder Rocker shape keeps the ski loose and buoyant in deep snow, while K2’s Spectral Braid reinforcement tunes torsional stiffness for confident edge control. A lightweight Aspen Veneer core keeps the ride lively and responsive, and natural flax fibers add suspension for smoother tracking through chopped powder and variable conditions.

Details

• 116mm waist delivers exceptional float in deep powder
• Powder Rocker profile enhances planing and surfy control
• Spectral Braid reinforcement tunes torsion for stability
• Aspen Veneer core balances lightweight feel and energy
• Uni-Directional Flax improves suspension in rough snow
• Bio-Resin construction maintains consistent flex in cold temps
• Long turning radius supports confident big-mountain lines
• Durable freeride build handles drops and aggressive terrain
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