{"product_id":"k2-sky-pilot-2027-snowboard","title":"K2 Sky Pilot 2027 Snowboard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eK2 Sky Pilot 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e is built around a particular way of reading the mountain: linking turns through trees, following a bank and releasing the tail when the terrain asks for a quick change of direction. Developed with \u003cstrong\u003eSage Kotsenburg\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a freeride board with room for natural freestyle. The appeal is a fluid line through varied terrain, rather than simply pointing the longest board downhill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003etapered directional shape\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs a wider nose with a narrower tail and a setback stance. Every listed size has 10 mm of taper. This gives the shape a clear forward bias and helps the tail sit lower in soft snow. \u003cstrong\u003eDirectional Combination Camber\u003c\/strong\u003e combines support underfoot with lifted ends, while the overall medium flex keeps the board accessible to confident intermediate riders as well as experienced freeriders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e3D Contour in the nose and tail\u003c\/strong\u003e raises the contact areas with spoon-like shaping. In soft snow, that helps the ends pivot and the tail release as you change direction. It is useful in trees and uneven terrain, where a good line often needs a quick adjustment. The contour is a separate feature from the camber profile: the base has shaping across its width as well as along its length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Y-Beam\u003c\/strong\u003e adds support and snap in the tail while carrying energy towards the nose contact points. K2 uses this layout to retain stability without making the entire board unnecessarily rigid in torsion. The \u003cstrong\u003eS1 Core\u003c\/strong\u003e combines bamboo, aspen and paulownia, with lighter wood towards the ends. Triax Fiberglass reinforces the construction, giving the medium-flex concept a responsive foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Shift changes the sizing decision.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sky Pilot carries more surface area around its waist, so K2 specifically recommends riding this model 3–5 cm shorter than your usual snowboard. Start there, then check weight and boot clearance. The 151 has a 253 mm waist, the 154 is 256 mm and the 157 is 259 mm. A longer size adds platform, but may work against the quick, compact handling you came to this model for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWax-Infused Sintered 4001 base\u003c\/strong\u003e receives a stone finish, and the 2 × 4 inserts accommodate compatible standard binding discs. This is a considered choice if your day moves between groomers, fresh snow and natural features. For a rider spending most of the day switch, the directional shape is a real compromise. Compare the dimensions below and read our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-choose-snowboard-size\"\u003esnowboard sizing guide\u003c\/a\u003e before choosing your length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: tapered directional, Volume Shift; taper: 10 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfile: Directional Combination Camber; flex: medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: S1 Core, Carbon Y-Beam, Triax Fiberglass and 3D Contour.\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\/hybrid-camber-snowboard-rpofile-btp.png?v=1751971646\" alt=\"Profile illustration: Directional Combination Camber\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSchematic combination-camber profile; the transverse 3D Contour is not shown.\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; 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white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e584 (23″)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e19 (0.75″)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e59–91+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e130–200+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003ctfoot\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"11\" style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eManufacturer geometry; 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.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tfoot\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2","offers":[{"title":"151","offer_id":58177425211774,"sku":"K2S260110009-151","price":599.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"154","offer_id":58177425244542,"sku":"K2S260110009-154","price":599.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"157","offer_id":58177425277310,"sku":"K2S260110009-157","price":599.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5322\/7390\/files\/K2-Sky-Pilot-2027-Snowboard-1.jpg?v=1791813574","url":"https:\/\/www.behindthepines.eu\/products\/k2-sky-pilot-2027-snowboard","provider":"Behind The Pines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}