2026 K2 Mindbender 96C Women's Skis with Tyrolia Attack LYT 11 GW Bindings

The 2026 K2 Mindbender 96C W with Marker Squire 11 Bindings is a lively, all-mountain women’s ski that blends lightweight agility with versatile freeride performance. Built for skiers who want to carve, float, and explore without compromise, this ski brings energy and control to everything from groomers and glades to bumps and boot-top pow. It’s stable when you need it, playful when you want it, and light enough to ski all day. We paired the Mindbender 96C Women's with the Marker Squire 11 because of the Squire’s high performance and dependability for lighter weight all mountain and freeride skiers. With a light weight construction and a safe, reliable release, the Squire 11 is a go to choice to keep performance high and weight low.

Why we like it:

It’s the sweet spot of fun and function. The 96C W is responsive and quick without being twitchy, and smooth without sacrificing pop. It’s a great balance of precision and creativity across the mountain.

Who it's for:

Intermediate to advanced women who want a single ski that feels just as good railing turns as it does darting through trees or floating in soft snow. Ideal for skiers who value maneuverability and responsiveness, but still want a ski that can hold its own at speed.

Highlights:

With a 96 mm waist, the Mindbender 96C W offers enough width for soft snow and enough precision for carving. It’s built with K2’s Spectral Braid and Carbon Boost to enhance torsional stiffness and energy without adding unnecessary weight. An Aspen Veneer core gives the ski a consistent, damp feel without dulling its lively flex. Paired with the All-Terrain Rocker profile, it’s intuitive to steer and easy to trust in changing conditions. Marker’s Triple Pivot Light 2 Toe and Hollow Linkage Heel systems work in tandem to provide powerful energy transmission to the ski, allowing for maximum edge grip and control of the ski. Lighter weight skiers can rest easy knowing the Squire 11 will be easier than ever to step into thanks to a re-designed heel piece. Perhaps the most underappreciated feature of the Squire 11 is the anti-ice rail, which sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape the sole of your boots clean before stepping in.

Things to consider:

This ski favors finesse and agility over brute force. Hard-charging, aggressive skiers or those looking for a super damp, high-speed ride might prefer a metal-reinforced option like the Mindbender Ti series.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Skis true to size. Stick with your regular length for balanced performance, size down for a more playful, nimble ride, or size up for more float and stability in open terrain.