K2 Mindbender 89 Ti Skis 2025

MIND = BENT.

REVIEWED BY: Joe Riccio

The new K2 Mindbender 89 Ti is back this year as one of the more powerful skis in the groomer-focused all-mountain category. This is a solid option for any skiers who ski more aggressively and demand a stable ski that handles hard snow with strength. If power is your priority, the Mindbender is one of the best options. The trade-off for such a powerful feel is the ski is more taxing at lower speeds. The Mindbender is one of the more demanding options among skis that live around 90mm in waist width. A Ripstick 88 or the new Enforcer 89 are going to feel like less work and less sluggish at lower speeds. This will be most noticeable for progressing skiers looking for a forgiving ski, or skiers who spend a lot of time in more technical off-trail terrain and bumps. The Mindbender 89Ti is built for skiers who spend most of their time on groomers at high speeds because it offers unmatched hard-snow grip and does not have a speed limit.

Who's this ski for? Groomer rippers who prioritize stability but don't want a ski that's too frontside-focused. You want some energy for some shorter radius carving or a trip through the bumps or trees. 

Who isn't this ski for? Brand new skiers and playful skiers/skiers who want a ski that's easy to toss around and slarve through some tighter terrain.