Born in the Pacific Northwest in the shadows of the Cascade mountains, K2 Snowboarding was raised in the backcountry of Mt. Baker. From the beginning, our goal has been to create original concepts and technology that drives snowboarding forward. In 1987, we made our first board; the Gyrator. We introduced cap construction boards to the market in 1987 with the Gyrator. They were constructed with a fiberglass wrapped foam core, aluminum binding retention system, UV protected ABS top sheet, and steel edges...

"The 09/10 Collection. When taken down to its barest roots, snowboarding is nothing more then one person strapping on a piece of slippery wood and riding doe a snow covered slope. But WOW is even sounds fun when it is put that simply. And simply stated, that's what K2 Snowboarding has always revolved around... having FUN. Which is why after over 2 decades of making snowboarding products we still wake up every day excited to push the limits of providing the best gear possible so that you can focus on enjoying snowboarding at its roots. Whether you are out with your friends pushing each other to get wild, enjoying the outdoors with your family, or exploring beyond your personal boundaries, we have something for you in 2009/2010. We have put our heart and souls in every place of equipment we offer, and all we ask is for you to allow yourself to enjoy everyday of your life to the complete fullest. Go Snowboarding!" - K2