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K2 Brigade

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Altrec

Offering superior response and proven progression at a popular price, the K2 Men's Brigade Snowboard is committed to take your riding to the next level. Set back twin design and Dual Progressive sidecut offers effortless turning and limitless possibilities. You'll be slashing powder turns and tweaking methods in no time. TAKING YOU TO THE NEXT LEVEL. This board is ideal for the rider who is ready to commit and explore the endless possibilities on snow. Introducing the Brigade to the K2 collection, this board is built to get you to the next level or simply enjoy where you are. a dua progressive sidecut and carbon inlays paired with a moderate flex pattern, makes for smooth, easy turns yet snappy, all-mountain handling. This board is all about cruisin' and having fun out there.

Features:

  • Dimension: 29.33 (155 cm) / 24.90 (155 cm) / 29.33 (155 cm)
  • Dual progressive sidecut: Built for riding forward and switch identically. A gentle radius in tip and tail meet in a tighter radius in the center so it tracks straight on transitions without compromising turn ability - the more you commit to a turn the quicker you accelerate through itR000 extruded base: 25% higher molecular weight than our 1500 base, the Extruded 2000 is durable and highly wax absorbent. Fast, easy to repair and easier to tune
  • Hybritech construction:Hybritech is the most effective way to make a snowboard. It takes a cap tip and tail and blends it into a sidewall along the running surface. K2 takes the time to create complex molds and parts that bring these two features together. It gives you low swing weight and optimized turn initiation at the ends combined with durability and damping on the running surface. This design produces high-performance boards that excel across any variety of mountain terrain, snow conditions and riding styles
  • Material: Biaxial and carbon inlays: Carbon and Kevlar are used to enhance the response and reduce the overall weight. Carbon gives lightweight response and energy while Kevlar adds toughness and smooth recoil.
  • Multi core: Two distinct wood species combined to create a core that gives the most natural damping without sacrificing strength and flex. The first wood is strong and snappy; the second is light, damp and durable
  • Radius: 8.10 (155 cm)
  • Recommended for: All-mountain - designed for any level of rider, the dual progressive sidecut is a mistake friendly, fun yet forgiving sidecut which allows for more consistent riding in all situations
  • Sidecut Type: Dual Progressive
  • Sizes: 147, 155, 158 & 161cm
  • Stance: 1 in. back
  • Standard steel edges: Proven durability with one piece of steel wrapped around the entire perimeter of the board

ProBoardShop.com

Artillery for exploration. The Bridgade is an all terrain ticket for the rider who is ready to explore and advance to the next level without boundaries. Offering superior response and proven progression at a popular price, the Brigade is committed to take your riding to the next level. Set back twin design and Dual progressive sidecut offer effortless turning and limitless possibilities. You'll be slashing powder turns and tweaking methods in no time.

Features:

  • Base Bevel: 3Degree
  • Core - W1: W1 core is characterized by a single species of pure wood with proven flex, durability, and snap. This is our “go to” core for entry to mid level boards.
  • Effective Edge (cm) - 127.82
  • Extruded 2000 Base: Fast, Durable, Easy to Repair, Easy to Tune
  • Glass-Biax Top and Base: Best performing all purpose glass for an easy performance ride.
  • Nose/Tail (cm) - 29.81
  • Shape-Setback Twin Dual Progression: Designed for any level of rider, our Dual Progressive sidecut is a mistake friendly, fun and forgiving sidecut, which allows for more consistent riding in all situations.
  • Sidecut (m) - 8.30
  • Stance - 1" Back
  • Tip Tech-Hybritech: Hybritech is the most efficient way to make a snowboard. It takes a cap tip and tail and blends it into a sidewall along the running surface. This gives you low swing weight and optimized turn initiation at the ends combined with durability and damping on the running surface.
  • Waist (cm) - 25.30

This description was also provided by: The House

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

K2 brings a new kid to the slopes, the Brigade will take your all terrain riding to the next level. Dual progressive sidecut and setback twin design will have you slashing powder turns and perfecting your methods in no time.

Features:

  • Designed for any level of rider, the dual progressive sidecut is a mistake friendly, fun yet forgiving sidecut which allows for more consistent riding in all situations
  • Detuned in the tip and tail by hand
  • Extruded base is low maintenance while being easy to tune and repair
  • Fiberglass material with a directional element stiffens the board torsionally
  • Hybritaper technology tapers board ends, reducing thickness reduces the swing weight and increases maneuverability
  • Stone ground surfaces for flatness and texture
  • This board is also available as a wide
  • W1 pure wood core for proven strength, durability and snap

Backcountry.com

Join the ranks of shredders ripping up the whole mountain on the K2 Brigade Snowboard. Whether you’re riding a few days a year, or you moved to the resort to live the dream, the Brigade is your one-board quiver. The Brigade gives you the benefit of K2’s Catch-Free Rocker technology without breaking the bank, and features Hybritech Construction, which lowers swing weight to help you snap turns and throw spins like the ninja stars in your back pocket.

This description was also provided by: Dogfunk


SummitOnline.com (2009)

The Brigade is an all terrain ticket for the rider who is ready to explore and advance to the next level without boundaries. Offering superior response and proven progression at a popular price, the Brigade is committed to take your riding to the next level. Set back twin design and Dual Progressive sidecut offers effortless turning and limitless possibilities. You'll be slashing powder turns and tweaking methods in no time.

This description was also provided by: Skis.com (2009)


Evogear (2010)

K2 Brigade Snowboard 2010: The K2 Brigade Snowboard will have you commanding the slopes with military precision in no time. The Brigade is the perfect board for the aspiring rider looking to step up their game. And if that wasn’t enough, there will be plenty of your money left over after buying this board that you can buy…well, whatever you want.

Base:Extruded 2000
Construction:Biax top and base
Core:W1
Core Material:W1 (pure wood)
Core Type:Wood
Effective Edge:1218.4mm (@ 152cm)
Length:147-159
Lengths:147cm, 152cm, 155cm, 158cm, 161cm
Manufacturer Warranty:1 Year
Primary Use:All-Mountain
Recommended Use:All-terrain snowboarding
Rider Weight:[147cm] 110-190lb; [152cm] 120-200lb; [155cm] 130-210lb; [158cm] 140-220lb; [161cm] 140-220lb
Shape:Catch-Free Rocker, Dual Progressive Twin
Shipping Surcharge:Yes
Sidecut Radius:8.10 (155 cm)
Sidecut Type:Dual Progressive
Sizes:147, 155, 158 & 161cm
Skill Range:Beginner - Advanced Intermediate
Stance Offset:1 in. back
Stance Setback:1cm
Stance Width:[155cm] 53.3cm (21in)
Tail Width:29.33 (155 cm)
Tip Width:29.33 (155 cm)
Turn Radius:8m (@ 152cm)
Waist Width:247mm (@ 152cm)
Widths:Regular

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SizeColor
152cm
152cm
155cm
155cm
158cm
158cm
Black
Black
147cm
147cm
161cm
161cm
Black RedN/A
147       309.95
147cm       309.95
152       309.95
152cm      299.95299.95309.95
155       309.95
155cm       309.95
158       309.95
158cm       309.95
161       239.95239.95309.95
161cm   199.98   309.95
N/A309.95309.95309.95 309.95309.95  

Legend

  •     - SummitOnline.com (2009)
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Evogear (2010)
  •     - Dogfunk
  •     - Skis.com (2009)
  •     - The House
  •     - ProBoardShop.com
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Notes:

Altrec offers this product at $309.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

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