The North Star in the K2 Snowboarding snowboard offering, and the marquee of the Landscape Collection, the Alchemist is a hard-charging, directional freeride board for a skilled rider. Targeted to please the advanced to expert level snowboarder, the Alchemist is packed with functional technology. This snowboard features two unique technologies from the K2 camp; the SpaceGlass™ tip insert and the patented Spectral Braid. SpaceGlass™ is a pre-cured fiberglass insert that helps reduce weight, reduce chatter, and increase edge pressure. Spectral Braid is a technology that allows us to adjust tip-to-tail stiffness independently from the torsional stiffness. This lets us make a torsionally stiffer snowboard in the tip and tail to promote edge hold while keeping it more relaxed between the feet to allow for easy turn initiation.
Rider Type: Freeride
Shape: Directional
Flex: 9/10 - Super Responsive
Rocker: Rocker Nose / Camber Under Feet
Ability Level: Advanced / Expert
CAMBER
Directional Camber Profile – The most responsive camber profile in the line features camber running from in front of the front foot to the tail of the board with slight early rise in the nose. This gives the rider the most precision and control possible in any terrain while still floating effortlessly in the deep stuff.
CORE
S1 Core - Smooth flexing and durable enough to pack a five-year warranty, the S1 Core is made from three renewable species of timber - Bamboo, Aspen, and Paulownia. Aspen and Bamboo work together to highlight the snap and response of this wood and a Bamboo-dominant underfoot section at 30° to increase strength, supercharge the edge-to-edge response, and increase the pressure distribution along the edge. We’ve also placed lightweight paulownia in the tip and tail to help to reduce swing weight.
LAMINATES
Triaxial Glass – A glass laminate with diagonal layers that adds torsional stiffness for increased stability and improved edge hold. The fibers three layers of fibers are woven at 45° , 45° , and 0° . This makes for a more responsive ride longitudinally and torsionally.
Spectral Braid™ – K2’s Patented Spectral Braid is a first-of-its-kind variable angle reinforcement that allows for precision-tuned torsion and flex by altering the fiber orientation along the length of the snowboards. This makes snowboards feel lively, energetic, and remarkably composed.
SpaceGlass™ Tip – An American-made Aerospace grade precure fiberglass core insert used to provide unmatched structural performance at a reduced weight. SpaceGlass™ inserts increase edge hold along contact points, reduce chatter, and provide unequaled durability.
Carbon Power Fork™ – Pre-cambered Carbon Power Fork™ additives are strategically shaped to offer greater response and energy return by increasing the width toward the tail - allowing for more material to be engaged, and more energy to be created the harder the tail is flexed. Adds snap to ollies, increases edge pressure, and gives energy in and out of turns.
recess3d – By reducing the number of materials in low-stress zones, K2 is able to reduce the swing weight of your snowboard, while also reducing chatter in the tip and tail - all without sacrificing strength.
BASE
Wax-Infused Sintered 4001 Base – Built using the hardest and fasted sintered base material on the market from Crown, the Wax-Infused Sintered 4001 Base hold wax longer than other sintered bases for a smoother glide, longer.
TOPSHEET
SnoPhobic Topsheet – Helps eliminate snow buildup when it gets deep.
BINDING COMPATIBILITY
2x4 Inserts
From the mad scientists in the K2 lab, the versatile K2 Formula snowboard binding is an all-mountain freestyle binding that isn’t afraid to mix it up in the steeps, parks, or streets and is the preferred binding of global K2 pros and ams alike.
The Formula is built on our Profusion™ Chassis, a mid-to-stiff flexing fiberglass-filled-nylon construction that provides support and cushion for big tricks in the park and pointing it down spicy lines. The AT Nylon highback is responsive with just the right amount of flex and features our Gap Eraser™ forward lean adjustment to customize the response of your board. This forward lean technology allows your highback to have complete contact with your heel cup at any degree of forward lean. Complete contact equals full response.
The Bender™ ankle strap provides a supremely comfortable and secure feel when the consequences are high, and the PerfectFit™ 2.0 toe strap hinges to fit any snowboard boot toe profile for comfort and fast response. The Formula’s Power Ramp is adjustable to evenly match the bottom of your boot outsole and combines with a 3º cant built directly into the chassis to create a natural riding position for big landings, solid take-offs, and even balance on all terrain.
Lastly, the aluminum ratchets are tough as hell and feature our integrated EZ Feed™ design and make strapping in quick and hassle-free.
K2
Find K2 sports gear at Hyper Ride NZ, including premium skis and snowboards designed for top performance on the slopes. Our collection features high-quality gear that blends style with functionality for an exceptional winter sports experience. Shop now for fast and reliable delivery from Hyper Ride NZ.Aucklander's Same Day Delivery
- Live in Auckland? Get your order today with our Urgent Tonight Service.
- Cost: $19.99 (Excludes Surfboards. Surfboards go in a Van and are charged at completely different rate).
- Eligibility: Check your address here.
- Order Deadline: 2.30pm (Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays).
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General Shipping Information
Please note that we do not deliver to PO boxes, Great Barrier Island, or the Chatham Islands.
Street Clothing and Footwear
- Cost: $9.99
- Delivery: 1-3 working days within New Zealand, plus 1-3 extra days for rural areas.
Standard Nationwide
- Cost: $14.99
- Delivery: 2-3 working days within New Zealand, plus 1-3 extra days for rural areas.
- Exceptions: Surfboards, Soft Top Surfboards, Wakeboards, Waterskis, SUPs, and Bikes.
Larger Items
- Medium: $19.99 per item (Bodyboards, Board Bags, Longboard Skateboards, Moto Boots, and Moto Helmets).
- Large: $29.99 per item (Snowboards, Snowboard Packages, Kneeboards, Wakeboards, Water Skis, and Bikes).
- XLarge: $29.99 per item (Inflatable Stand-Up Paddle Boards).
Auckland Central - Urgent Tonight
- Cost: $19.99 (Excludes Surfboards)
- Delivery: Orders placed between 8am-2.30pm will be delivered between 6pm-9pm on the same day.
- Area Coverage: Auckland Metro area, check your eligibility here.
- Availability: Monday to Friday.
Bulky Items (Surfboards, Roof Boxes, Large Bike Racks)
- Delivery Time: Up to 10 days based on location within New Zealand.
- Cost: Auckland $29, Rest of the North Island $69, South Island $99.
- Note: Surfboards, Roof Boxes, and Large Bike Racks require special transport arrangements.
Rural Delivery Surcharge
- Surcharge: $9.99 for any rural delivery.
- Note: We recommend delivery to a non-rural town or workplace to avoid this surcharge.
Waiheke Island Delivery Surcharge
- Surcharge: $30 due to high courier surcharges.
- Recommendation: Consider delivering to a friend in Auckland City who can bring it out.
Additional Information
- Rural Delivery Information: Please be aware that delivery times for rural areas may vary based on the frequency of service in your specific location. Rural couriers may visit some areas once a week. To ensure accurate delivery information for your rural address, we recommend contacting your local rural courier service.
- Order Cancellations: We cannot process cancellations/Edits once an order is placed.
- Shipping Times: No weekend or public holiday shipments.
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- Contact Us: Phone Support: 0800 855 788, Email: ridesupport@hyper.co.nz
Freight Companies
- Post Haste and Mainfreight for most shipments. Track your order at:
- Post Haste
- Mainfreight for bulky items.
Australia
- For shipping information on Australian orders, click here.
Please note that we do not ship surfboards or stand-up paddleboards to Australia.
Also we do not deliver to post shops and post office boxes. We require a physical business or residential delivery address.
Australia Standard Nationwide
- Cost: $19.99 + 2% import fee (may differ based on the item).
- Delivery Time: 4-6 business days. (please note this is an estimate)
At Hyper Ride, we are committed to delivering your order as swiftly as possible. All our Australian shipments are handled by Team Global Express.
Shipping Schedule
All products are dispatched during normal business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm). Please note that our daily order cutoff time is 3 PM NZ time. Orders placed outside of business hours, during public holidays, and on weekends will be processed on the next business day, as courier companies do not operate during those times.
Tracking Your Order
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Customs and Duty Charges
For international orders, it's essential to be aware of potential customs or import duties. These charges are applied when the parcel reaches its destination country and are the responsibility of the recipient. Hyper Ride has no control over these fees and cannot predict their amount. We cannot be held responsible for any additional charges incurred, nor can we accept a return in such cases. As an established and ethical business, we do not engage in illegal practices such as marking international orders as gifts to bypass or reduce customs fees.
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