Vashon Island, WA – K2 Skis and The Rolling Stones have collaborated to create limited edition Rolling Stones skis. The announcement was made last week by Tom Bennett, CEO of the global music merchandising company Bravado,and Jeff Mechura, Vice President of Global Marketing for K2.

With both the Rolling Stones and K2 kicking off their 50th year anniversary celebrations, the time has come, Bennett and Mechura say. K2 has collaborated with The Rolling Stones to offer the K2 Rolling Stones Limited Edition Ski Collection. The first of four Rolling Stones skis will be available on the company’s SideShow chassis this November.

K2 worked closely with the band to create four quintessential Stones topskin graphics. The different graphics feature detailed discovery pieces, such as the band’s original concert set list, lyrics and rare photographs from the band. The bases of the skis will share two of the most recognizable emblems of the past 50 years: the iconic Rolling Stones Lip and Tongue logo, and the K2 logo well known to skiers.

“The Rolling Stones’ 50th anniversary is a true milestone. They exemplify the ultimate spirit of rock ‘n roll and have earned their place in history as the ‘World’s Greatest Band,” said Bennett. “Bravado is thrilled to partner with K2, who have allowed for a very creative collaboration and designed a really fantastic set of skis.”

“This is just the first of many unique and exciting products and promotions that K2 will be releasing in commemoration of our 50th anniversary,” says Mechura. “Turning 50 alongside the Rolling Stones and collaborating with the band on a project to celebrate the same anniversary is a fitting way to start a very loud and fun party for K2 that will span 2012”.

The skis’ release will roll out on a global scale and be available at K2 authorized dealers on November 15, 2011.