Who it's for

  • Riders frequently facing icy East Coast or hardpack conditions
  • Intermediate snowboarders seeking one board for every mountain condition
  • Environmentally conscious riders prioritizing ethically manufactured winter sports gear

Who should skip it

  • Freestyle enthusiasts who spend significant time riding switch or landing tricks
  • Aggressive expert chargers who demand maximum rigidity and high-speed stability
  • Traditionalists who prefer the uncompromising stability of a full camber board

Performance breakdown

Edge Hold

Magne-Traction serrated edges bite into hardpack with surprising, reliable tenacity.

Excellent

Progression Friendliness

The forgiving flex profile builds confidence for riders refining their technique.

Excellent

Versatility

A true daily driver that handles groomers and side hits with ease.

Excellent

Float Capability

Hybrid camber provides decent lift, though deep powder demands active riding.

Good

Build Sustainability

Eco-conscious construction utilizes responsibly sourced woods and low-impact materials.

Excellent

Responsiveness

Lively enough for playful turns without feeling twitchy or overly demanding.

Good

Key Specs

Core Material

FSC-certified aspen and paulownia

Profile

C2 Hybrid (camber/rocker/camber blend)

Shape

Directional

Flex Rating

5/10 (143cm, 146cm), 6/10 (149cm, 152cm)

Mounting System

2x4

Edge Features

Magne-Traction serrated edges

Base Material

Eco-sublimated Co-Ex

Laminates

Tri-Ax/Bi-Ax fiberglass

Sidewalls

UHMW

Setback

25.4 mm

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