{"product_id":"k2-alchemist-2027-snowboard","title":"K2 Alchemist 2027 Snowboard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eK2 Alchemist 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e makes sense when your favourite part of a run is the turn itself: setting an edge, building pressure and carrying that speed into the next line. This is a \u003cstrong\u003edirectional freeride board\u003c\/strong\u003e for advanced and expert riders who ride with intent. Its priorities are precision and support on groomers, open faces and demanding natural terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirectional Camber\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the board an engaged feel underfoot, rewarding a committed edge rather than a loose, sideways approach. The nose is wider than the tail, while the reference stance sits behind centre. That combination supports forward riding and helps the tail settle in softer snow. You can ride switch, but regular switch laps and rail sessions are not the reason to choose this shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 2027, the \u003cstrong\u003eS1 Pro Core\u003c\/strong\u003e combines paulownia, bamboo and aspen in a 78-piece construction. Each timber has a job: keeping weight controlled while retaining the structure needed to load the board through a turn. \u003cstrong\u003eRecess3D\u003c\/strong\u003e removes material from lower-stress areas of the tip and tail. Reducing weight at the ends matters when you redirect the board or bring it back underneath you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reinforcement is equally deliberate. \u003cstrong\u003eSpectral Braid\u003c\/strong\u003e changes fibre angles along the board to tune torsional response, rather than treating every section identically. \u003cstrong\u003eSpaceGlass in the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e supports the contact area while reducing weight and vibration. Together, these features explain the Alchemist's focus on composed, accurate riding: useful when the snow stops being smooth and you still want to hold your chosen line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWax-Infused Sintered 4001 base\u003c\/strong\u003e has a stone finish and suits riders who value glide across changing snow. Keep a sintered base properly waxed to get the benefit from that construction. The 2 × 4 insert pattern works with bindings that support standard 2 × 4 mounting; check the binding disc before putting your setup together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the width as carefully as the length.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 157 has a 250 mm waist, the 160 measures 253 mm and the 160W is 261 mm. Moving to the wide version gives more boot clearance at the same length; it does not automatically make it the better fit. Boot outsole length, stance angles, rider weight and how deeply you carve all matter. Start with the table below, then use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-choose-snowboard-size\"\u003esnowboard sizing guide\u003c\/a\u003e or ask us to compare sizes with your current setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: tapered directional; profile: Directional Camber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRider: advanced to expert; focus: freeride, carving and powder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: S1 Pro Core, Recess3D, Spectral Braid and SpaceGlass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase: Wax-Infused Sintered 4001, stone finish; inserts: 2 × 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5322\/7390\/files\/camber-snowboard-profile-btp.png?v=1751971644\" alt=\"Profile illustration: Directional Camber\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSchematic camber profile.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-size-chart\" style=\"overflow-x: auto; max-width: 100%; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\" role=\"region\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"min-width: 1100px; width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e2027 size chart\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding: 8px; text-align: left; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eSize (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding: 8px; text-align: left; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eNose (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding: 8px; text-align: left; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eWaist (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding: 8px; text-align: left; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eTail (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding: 8px; text-align: left; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eTaper (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding: 8px; text-align: left; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003eEffective edge (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding: 8px; 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availability is shown in the size selector. W = wide. Taper is calculated as nose minus tail width. Setback is rearwards from centre; stance and setback inch values are converted to mm and rounded. Weight ranges are guidelines. Alchemist kg ranges are converted and rounded from K2's published lb values.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tfoot\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2","offers":[{"title":"157","offer_id":58177424949630,"sku":"K2S260110003-157","price":749.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"160","offer_id":58177424982398,"sku":"K2S260110003-160","price":749.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"160W","offer_id":58177425015166,"sku":"K2S260110003-160W","price":749.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5322\/7390\/files\/K2-Alchemist-2027-Snowboard-1.jpg?v=1791799796","url":"https:\/\/www.behindthepines.eu\/products\/k2-alchemist-2027-snowboard","provider":"Behind The Pines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}