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K2 Talkback 96 Ski Review
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2019-01-04 14:29:01K2’s new Talkback Skis are the women’s equivalent to the men’s Wayback skis which we recently reviewed. While the Wayback’s are 106mm underfoot, the Talkback’s come in an 84, 88, and 96 widths, for this review I’ll focus on the widest version, the 96’s. Like the Wayback ski’s, the Talkbacks are a lightweight touring ski designed to carry you far and wide. Weighing only 2.5kg for the pair they are exceptionally light, but what does this mean for their ability to tackle challenging terrain and variable snow conditions? Continue reading to find out what the verdict is.
