A few different things in the 2021 Nitro lineup, with some changes to existing boards, as well as some completely new models – The Victoria Pro, the T3, Beauty and a redesigned Slash. Overviews of other brands: Burton, Lib Tech, Capita, Jones, Never Summer, Bataleon, GNU, Korua Shapes, Salomon Nitro Camber Profiles Burton call their camber profiles “bends” which does …
A few new models this season, all the old regulars – as well as some changes to the Kilroy boards for 2021. Overviews of other brands: Lib Tech, Capita, Jones, Never Summer, Bataleon, GNU, Korua Shapes, Salomon, Nitro Burton Camber Profiles Burton call their camber profiles “bends” which does make a bit more sense, especially as quite a lot …
All the regular boards that you would expect to see in the Lib Tech line are here, with a few older models having some nice changes. Almost all brands have been adding more regular camber options to the line, and Lib Tech have added their version (C3) to quite a few models, as well as …
What’s new this year? They still use the craziest names for the features on their boards, so hopefully the descriptions below will help explain what you are really getting. Whenever the core has “FSC” in the front of the name, that means that the wood used has been certified from the Forest Stewardship Council. They …
What has changed in the 2021 line of Jones boards? All their regular snowboards now have 3D Base Contour (spoon in the nose and tail), though not all of the splitboards do. There is a new model, the Stratos – as well as big changes to the Mountain Twin and Ultra Mountain Twin. A few …
The classics are back this year, as well as a few new models like the upgraded Huck Knife Pro. Salomon Camber Profiles Powder Camber A large rocker section on the nose of the board for easier float in deep snow, with camber under your back foot for pop, and power through turns. Used on the …
Halldor and Eiki Helgason’s brand of boards – based on the tech of Bataleon designs, with a few differences this season. Lobster Camber Profiles The same as Bataleon, Lobster have the same Triple Base or 3BT profiles. 3BT boards have a traditional camber profile, but the corners (at the contact points) are lifted up, giving …
Although it is a trend that has been coming for a few years now, the short, wide and fat powder boards are in full force now. Slowly I have noticed a change where they aren’t all necessarily being aimed at being full on powder boards, lots are being marketed as all-mountain boards – just with …
One of those brands that has earned a cult following, I think that Never Summer snowboards have earned their good reputation. They aren’t cheap boards, but they have a very high build quality, which goes with the saying – you get what you pay for. There are a few new models and changes in some …
If you are reading this I’m sure you know exactly what Jones snowboards are all about. Although they have a board for most situations, there is definitely and emphasis on freeride and powder boards. Other 2020 brand overviews: Burton, Capita, Lib-Tech, Ride, Salomon and Never Summer. Jones Camber Profiles Directional Rocker Camber under your feet, …
A few new and different boards for this season, as well as all the classics you’d expect. Burton Camber Profiles Camber The original (and the best), traditional camber gives the board the most pop, edge hold, and stability when you are riding fast. Used on the: Directional Camber Similar to a traditional camber profile, the …
There are a few new models in Ride’s 2020 lineup, especially based around the popular Warpig. Ride Camber Profiles With 6 different profiles, it isn’t too hard to get your head around the different designs. Twin Hybrid Camber A twin shape, that has a camber profile, with just a little bit of rocker on the …
Capita’s 2020 range of snowboards look really good, though they seem to get that right every season. On the flip side, they are still the kings of ridiculous marketing names for the features of their boards, and the camber profile names are sort of simpler, but also still confusing – so don’t be surprised if …
Lib Tech have been a popular brand for years, with a few of their models making a huge impact – for a while it seemed like everyone was riding a Skate Banana or a T Rice at one point. Have a look at other 2020 Snowboard Overviews: Capita, Burton, Jones, Ride, Salomon and Never Summer. …
Never Summer are one of those brands that have a cult following, making just a few variations based on their three camber profiles. Here is an overview of their 2019 range, which will help to give you an idea of the differences (big and small) between their different models and find out which would be …
Getting goggles that fit your face well is just as important as choosing the right lens for the weather conditions you are riding in. What are asian fit or low bridge goggles? They go by a few names now, including Asian Fit, Low Bridge, Universal and Alternate Fit. One of the key factors in properly …
Question – Hey, I am an intermediate rider and have been looking at getting a new board for this season. I have an old board that I think is a rocker. So far I have narrowed it down to the Burton Custom or the Burton Process, and I want a board that is going to …
Depending on the time of the year, the price you pay for snowboards, boots and bindings can change quite a lot. Quick answer – Buy in February and March In general in North America, you will find they will start getting the new season gear around about October, ready for mountains to start opening in November …
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