Review: K2 Manifest Snowboard · 2024
By Snowboarding Expert
Jared Manganelli
K2 Manifest Snowboard · 2024
$359.97
$599.95
40% off
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The Curated Take
4.0/5
The K2 Manifest Snowboard, a directional twin all-mountain board, is ideal for riders wanting a versatile, do-it-all option. Its camber-dominant design with early rise tips maximizes mountain potential, catering to intermediate and advanced riders. Though mid-stiff and requiring more effort to load up, its added carbon stringers make it snappy and aggressive, great for confident, high-speed riding. While not the most playful in the park, it's capable across various terrains, from powder to park. It's particularly suitable for those seeking a single board for multiple mountain conditions, combining smooth carving, stability at high speeds, and playful versatility.
Ideal for
- Directional twin all-mountain board versatile enough for any rider
- Best for the rider who wants one board to do it all
- Camber-dominant board with an early rise in the tips for maximum mountain potential
Not ideal for
- Mid-stiff board that takes a little more to load up
- Snappy and aggressive at times with added carbon stringers in the build
- Not the most playful park board can do the job all over
Turn Ease
The K2 Manifest is easy to lay into a carve and make quick turns. This board gets it done with the lightweight build, camber dominant profile, and directional twin shape....Read more
Playfulness
This board has plenty of play and comes right in at a mid to mid-stiff flex. It is the ideal combo of stiff and playful and a reliable board for...Read more
Durability
While this isn't the heaviest and stiffest board that can smash through a tree, it has no problem with durability. The materials used in this board capture the ideal balance...Read more
High Speed Stability
While super stiff boards tend to have the best control and stability at higher speeds, this board has no problems at all and is more approachable. While this is not...Read more
Carving
K2 matched this board's stability with a hybrid camber profile to make carving effortless. It holds an edge well. At higher speeds, it carves with ease, and at slow speeds,...Read more
Flotation
Since the K2 Manifest has a hybrid camber (rocker in the tips and camber under foot), this board can float through even the deepest days on the mountain. Paired with...Read more
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Jared Manganelli
About the snowboard gear
- Model: K2 Manifest Snowboard · 2024
Test conditions
- Where I’ve used it: All over the Midwest and East Coast
- How many times I've used it: 10
Expert Reviews of the K2 Manifest Snowboard
Jared Manganelli While looking into new boards, I landed on the K2 Manifest. I was interested immediately from the look of the board, but after diving a bit deeper into things, I was sold on the abilities of this board. A directional twin hybrid camber board with a reinforced core constructed with carbon and other lightweight materials, this mid-flexing all-mountain park board can do it all. Right off the bat, this board is smooth. It has no problem getting on edge in the 157w size I ride. It is a very versatile all-mountain board that any intermediate and up rider would love—smooth carves and great pop. It is designed to take on any terrain, from powder to terrain park.
Product Specs
| Age Group | Adult |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Model year | 2024 |
| Snowboard type | Powder |
| Skill level | Intermediate, Advanced, Expert |
| Rocker profile | Rocker/Camber/Rocker |
Review Ratings
Turn Ease
4/5
Jared Manganelli gave 4 of 5 stars. The K2 Manifest is easy to lay into a carve and make quick turns. This board gets it done with the lightweight build, camber dominant profile, and directional twin shape. Whether riding at high or slow speeds, this board holds an edge while having a catch-free feel.
Playfulness
4/5
Jared Manganelli gave 4 of 5 stars. This board has plenty of play and comes right in at a mid to mid-stiff flex. It is the ideal combo of stiff and playful and a reliable board for any riding style. Playful when needed in the park, on trail, in the trees, and powder while being stable and stiff at higher speeds and on big drops and landings.
Durability
4/5
Jared Manganelli gave 4 of 5 stars. While this isn't the heaviest and stiffest board that can smash through a tree, it has no problem with durability. The materials used in this board capture the ideal balance of weight-saving and durability. It has a strong edge, a quality topsheet, and a smooth but durable base.
High Speed Stability
4/5
Jared Manganelli gave 4 of 5 stars. While super stiff boards tend to have the best control and stability at higher speeds, this board has no problems at all and is more approachable. While this is not the stiffest board on the market or in the K2 lineup, it has zero trouble staying stable when the speeds increase and the terrain advances. I really enjoy the feel of this board at higher speeds because I can hold an edge with no problem with the camber section while not feeling like it controls me or feels too stiff.
Carving
4/5
Jared Manganelli gave 4 of 5 stars. K2 matched this board's stability with a hybrid camber profile to make carving effortless. It holds an edge well. At higher speeds, it carves with ease, and at slow speeds, the wide carves become more fun.
Flotation
4/5
Jared Manganelli gave 4 of 5 stars. Since the K2 Manifest has a hybrid camber (rocker in the tips and camber under foot), this board can float through even the deepest days on the mountain. Paired with a directional twin shape, riders get a slightly longer and larger nose for staying afloat on any powder day.
FAQs
What do you love about this product?
Jared Manganelli The look of the K2 Manifest board caught my eye right away. Looks are not always the top priority compared to performance, but this board has both. The lightweight build of this board allows me to make easy and quick turns with no problem getting this board in the air. This hybrid camber directional twin shape lets me ride anything from powder to park. The K2 Manifest allows me to take on all terrains with full confidence. The mid-stiff flex in this board gives me a more aggressive feel at higher speeds while still having that playful touch for jibbing and side hits. I have been pleasantly surprised by the way this board rides.
What was your favorite moment with this gear?
Jared Manganelli So far, my favorite moment on the K2 Manifest was the first day I rode it. I took it out on a powder day with some deeper snow and wanted to see what the board was made of. I was pleasantly surprised with how well it did across the entire mountain. With a setback stance option for the bindings, I set my board up as more of a directional board to float in the deeper snow and put my weight on the back of the board. When I rode down the fresh snow, I switched my board back to more of a twin-shaped setup and could easily crush park laps and blast side hits. It did everything I wanted and more.
Why did you choose this product?
Jared Manganelli I chose the K2 Manifest to complement my other board. I wanted a directional twin-shaped board that was lightweight and a little more aggressive for bigger jumps, hard landings, and faster speeds. I wanted a hybrid camber board to have power under my feet from the camber section and float from the rocker in the tips. This combo is unmatched for versatility and all-mountain riding. I was also very interested in this board's simple yet popping look that was subtle but eye-catching. It checked all the boxes for me.
What is the value for the money versus other options?
Jared Manganelli The value-to-money ratio of the K2 Manifest is hard to beat. When comparing this board to others in the same style and price bracket, this board still takes the cake for quality and price. It's not the most pricey board, but it has all the higher-end features I wanted in a board. While comparable to other boards, it's hard to beat the style and ride of this board.
