company allegedly hacked as reported by BlackByte: About K2 Sports: Our mission is to create the most innovative tools for our consumers to supply the best experiences, push the sports, and strengthen the culture.�K2 was born in 1962 as Americas ski companion on Vashon Island in wa States Puget Sound. Renamed in 2003 as K2 Sports and now based in Seattle, the companion today is an international portfolio of world-renowned brands recognized as leaders in the innovation, marketing, and quality of our products and services. Driven by a passion for our sports and enthusiasts, we make alpine skis, snowboards, snowshoes, in-line skates, and Nordic ski equipment, apparel, and accessories.