K2 Luv Sick 80 Ti review 2018
PROSKILAB™ reviewers' comments
In this "Female Top-of-the-Range" category, we’re looking above all for consistent skis that combine performance, accessibility, comfort and versatility. The one-quiver skis stand out for their clever compromises. The Luv Sick 80 Ti performs well in all areas, with emphasis squarely on performance. Not content to perfectly meet the demanding criteria, the Luv Sick 80 Ti has added a few extras that the reviewers loved. First, the 80 mm-waist ski is happy in all snow conditions and even encourages riders to go off-piste when conditions are right. In addition, it's responsive, smooth and intuitive, offering riders a great deal of pleasure. The reviewers gave it a "hot favorite" label. The Luv Sick 80 Ti is aimed at a wide range of skiers, from intermediary to expert who’re looking for a model that will ensure plenty of thrills for very versatile on-trail use as well as easy off-trail rides.
Review: Pros
- Overall performance
- Excellent grip
- Easy turn initiation and turn entry
- Versatile for carving/skid turns
- Stable
- Smooth and intuitive
- Versatile in all snow conditions
Review: Cons
- Somewhat flexible ski tip that has trouble maintaining contact at high speeds, making turn initiation a bit less incisive
The ski review scores
Turn initiation | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.3 |
Stability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
Stability/turning performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.0 |
Grip | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
Short turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.8 |
Long turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
Skid turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
Handleability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.8 |
Comfort | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
Snow contact | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.8 |
Soft snow fluidity | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.3 |
Who's it for?
Manufacturer's remarks
Fast and stable, designed to carve out smooth medium turns
Features of the Luv Sick 80 Ti
Brand : | K2 |
Model : | Luv Sick 80 Ti |
Year : | 2018 |
Family : | Cruisers |
Size tested : | 163 cm |
Tip size : | 121 mm |
Waist size : | 80 mm |
Tail size : | 109 mm |
Radius for the size reviewed : | Not available |
Your review
Reviewed by PROSKILAB™
in La Clusaz, France, March 2017