{"product_id":"k2-alchemist-mens-snowboard-2028","title":"K2 Alchemist Mens Snowboard 2027","description":"\u003ch2\u003eK2 Alchemist Mens Snowboard 2027\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful freeride precision with a lighter, quicker feel for demanding mountain terrain.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe K2 Alchemist is built for experienced riders who want confident edge hold, stability at speed and an energetic response through the turn. Its tapered directional shape and Directional Camber profile suit committed carving, steep terrain and powder riding, making it a strong choice for riders who enjoy driving their board with purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFor 2027, the S1 Pro Core combines paulownia, bamboo and aspen in a construction assembled from 78 individual wood pieces. Lightweight sections towards the nose and tail reduce the effort needed to redirect the board, while bamboo helps absorb vibration and aspen reinforcement underfoot adds strength and response. Recess3D shaping removes unnecessary material while retaining support where it matters.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSpectral Braid reinforcement tunes the board’s flex and resistance to twisting for precise handling, while SpaceGlass in the nose helps reduce chatter. A wax-infused sintered base with a stone finish completes a premium construction designed to carry speed and maintain a composed feel through changing snow.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENDER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABILITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced \/ Expert\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTERRAIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freeride, powder and piste\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROFILE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camber\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFLEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHAPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directional\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWIDTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCORE:\u003c\/strong\u003e S1 Pro — paulownia, bamboo and aspen\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBASE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wax-Infused Sintered 4001 with stone finish\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBINDING INSERTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTANCE SETBACK:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 19 mm\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eFEATURES \u0026amp; TECHNOLOGY\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirectional Camber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a supportive platform for powerful turns and a positive response when changing edges.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapered Directional Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e A wider nose and narrower tail support forward-facing performance and help the board move through softer snow.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS1 Pro Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 78-piece wood core uses lightweight paulownia towards the ends, vibration-damping bamboo and supportive aspen underfoot.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecess3D:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-milled sections remove material from lower-stress areas to reduce swing weight while retaining structure around the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectral Braid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinforcement angles vary along the board to tune flex and twisting stiffness, balancing grip with predictable turn initiation.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpaceGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e A lightweight fibreglass insert in the nose adds structural support and helps reduce vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyperWeave:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon-fibre reinforcement adds responsive energy without the weight of a heavier fibreglass construction.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybritech Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines sidewalls with capped sections towards the ends to reduce swing weight and strengthen the construction.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWax-Infused Sintered 4001 Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e A durable, wax-retaining running surface with a stone finish for efficient glide.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSIZE GUIDE\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eUse rider weight as a starting point, then consider boot size, terrain and preferred handling. 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