Our favourite all-mountain, freestyle, and freeride snowboards for the 2027 season
What is the best snowboard? It’s a question we get asked on a daily basis and a question that has ruined many a Whitelines staff night out. Truth be told, the best snowboard isn’t determined by the product itself; it’s determined by the rider. Finding the right deck is an entirely subjective decision, based on your ability level, budget and, crucially, where you like to spend your time on the mountain. Are you lapping the park, pistes or powder? Are you getting your kicks in resort or out of bounds?
“Truth be told, the best snowboard isn’t determined by the product itself; it’s determined by the rider”
Regardless of what you’re in the market for, there’s an abundance of choice. Frankly, the sheer quantity of options can be one of the most challenging aspects to overcome when picking out your next snowboard. Luckily, there’s no such thing as a bad board, per se – at least not in The Whitelines 100 – but having trust in your equipment and confidence in your decision making process is essential.
If you’re wanting proper freeride lines, you’ll need a proper freeride deck | PC: Ed Blomfield
Below, you’ll find a hand-picked selection of our favourite snowboards for this year. This contains the best freeride snowboards, freestyle snowboards, and all-mountain snowboards. You’ll find everything from weird and wonderful volume-shifted powder twins to hard-charging park destroyers.
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The Best Snowboards For 2026-2027
Our test team this season had a combined 210 years of snowboarding between them, averaging 18 years of riding. We tested in every condition the mountain could throw at us, from deep pow to slushy messes and in some of the best parks around. Our team stretched from Canada, Italy, Finland, Austria and France to New Zealand, creating us a ten month season to get the work in. You’ll find our genuine opinions in here as well as all the tech information you need to make that all important decision for your next ride.
You’ll find some extra Whitelines-approved options at the end of the list too. These are a selection of products that we loved and give our seal of approval, we just couldn’t squeeze them into the Whitelines top 100. They are as follows:
Happy shopping, folks. We’ll see you on the mountain!
CAPiTA Sidewinder
PRICE: $549.95 / €529 / £480 SIZES: 153, 156, 159, 162 FLEX: 5/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Hybrid Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Capita Sidewinder Snowboard.
Why We Chose The CAPiTA Sidewinder Snowboard:
An approachable, confidence-boosting trench digger that won’t break the bank? Sign us up.
Who Is The CAPiTA Sidewinder For?
It’s primarily a snowboard for resort raiders who have a penchant for painting surfy turns, taking down easy-going tree lines and a slash-first attitude. Thanks to the mellower flex, the barrier to entry here is far more accessible than other boards in this category, so don’t be afraid to ‘punch up’ here.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Some snowboards built for carving will kick your arse if you don’t have the credentials, but not so the CAPiTA Sidewinder. Carving’s turning at the end of the day, right? And the nose kick and progressive sidecut of the Sidewinder offer smooth turn initiation; the long cambered midbody brings stability through the holding phase, and the tapered outline and setback stance give control and power through the exit.
A softer snowboard isn’t necessarily a more basic one, but the mellower feel here does lend itself to easy-going confidence that you might be after if you’re looking for your first foray into the art of the carve. The overall tighter sidecut gives the ability to pump into deep turns with far less power than you might think and gives that playful manoeuvrability that lends itself to this surfy style of riding. CAPiTA may once have been known as a freestyle brand, but there’s no denying they’ve smashed into every facet of snowboarding over the last decade, and the Sidewinder is proof that they’re genuinely able to go toe-to-toe with the big dogs when it comes to surfy freeride.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is a little softer than I expected, so initially I was slightly delicate and wary of committing to the carve. But I needn’t have worried; the edge hold was super gripped, and that softness made for a really smooth and adjustable turn where you can change pressure to change the radius of the turn easily. It honestly made carving feel as smooth and fun as buttering, which I loved. For mellow carving or a first carving board, this is the one.”
PRICE: €699 / $749 / £599 SIZES: 162, 168, 178 FLEX: 3/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Setback Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Korua Stork Snowboard.
Why We Chose the Korua Stork Snowboard:
Big ol’ powder cannons aren’t a new concept, but the Korua Stork is truly a thing of beauty. Elegantly simple aesthetics pair with incredibly well-thought-out design and build to create a snowboard that tunes out the noise and hones in on the simple art of the turn.
Who Is The Korua Stork For?
I mean, look at this thing; it’s quite clearly a snowboard that’s designed for tow ropes and park laps. No, but for real, the Stork dissects the Venn Diagram between drawn-out surfy turns and powder slashes that’ll have you punching your ticket to the white room non-stop. Riders looking for a snowboard that embodies the slow life principles, who value the quality of a turn rather than the speed with which they can reach the bottom and prioritise flow, rather than force, will enjoy the Stork’s ethos.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Whilst graphically, the Stork is massively understated, shape-wise it couldn’t stand out more if it tried. Not only could you be toting around 178cm of snowboard, but the giant, scooped nose and notched tail are pretty damn eye-catching. And they’re not just for show- the mega swallowtail and massive rockered nose pair with the hefty taper to become the three horsemen of the float-pocalypse here. So much so that I’d actually be pretty surprised if you managed to not float in deep snow riding the Stork. Add in the setback stance, and you’ve got a machine primed and ready for deep snow destruction.
On the hardpack, these features pair with the setback camber to drive into slow, swoopy turns. Almost like if carving and meditating had a baby, it’s surfy and measured, rather than aggressive and choppy.
Tester Verdict
Ed Leigh
“This is a magic board. Hiding its length, it feels like a 55 in the trees and tight stuff and a 65 on the piste. Obviously there are limits to its freestyle and switch capabilities, but it is incredibly versatile on piste and in powder and put a huge smile on my face. I would definitely buy this board.”
Two of snowboarding’s wildest talents – Ethan Morgan and Halldór Helgason – helped shape this new deck. As you’d expect, it’s built to play – with an almost flat nose profile that defies the Triple Base norm.
Who Is The Bataleon Stereo For?
Riders who want to get creative all over the hill will dig the Stereo. It carves confidently on groomers and in-runs, while the true twin shape and playful flex still invite butters and jibs whenever the mood strikes – an easy sell for anyone who splits their day between resort ripping and park laps.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Stereo’s True Twin shape pairs subtle 3BT contouring with SideKick 2.0 tip uplift and a tri-radial sidecut. That flattened nose trades some of Bataleon’s signature surfiness for a more traditional bite– but the Sidekick ensures you’ll still enjoy fewer hang-ups. Medium camber underfoot keeps it lively and locked-in on hardpack, while their ‘Core Core’ is reinforced by carbon stringers for backbone and pop. The new ‘HyCap’ construction pairs the awesome looks and edge response of cap construction along the running length with urethane FlexWalls at tip and tail for durability. Bi-Ax glass keeps the flex buttery, backed by a sintered Hyper Glide S base. We’re loving the lamb on the topsheet of the regular version, but it does leave us a bit guilty about enjoying that kebab on the stiffer Stereo Team…
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“A seriously fun all mountain freestyle snowboard. You can absolutely grip a turn but it still likes to butter. The nose has the flattest section of 3BT of any Bataleon board, so it has a more traditional feel. It’s a board that has your back – I’d buy it and be stoked, so that’s always a good sign!”
PRICE: £629.95 / €599.95 / $629.95 SIZES: 142, 146, 150, 154, 158, 162, 166 (Unisex) FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber/Rocker 3D: High 3D Contour Base BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard:
Legendary surf shaper Chris Christenson has lent his pedigree to this ground-up redesign that promises to blend trademark powder float with next level all-mountain versatility.
Who Is The Jones Mind Expander 2.0 For?
Soulful shreds who measure a good day in turns rather than miles per hour. If your happy place is weaving trees, slashing wind lips and finding flow in whatever the mountain serves up, this friendly directional shape delivers. And thanks to an approachable mid flex, you don’t need to be a card-carrying pro to experience its mind-altering performance. Ayahuasca might help, though.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials Jones have reworked the shape, profile and base contour for 2026/27, and every change pulls in the same direction: fluidity. The tapered outline (10mm, nose to tail) helps the back end sink and the front plane in deep snow, while a dual-radius sidecut tightens the turn under your front foot for nimble handling. Directional Camber/Rocker pairs grippy camber underfoot with a lifted nose, and the High 3D Contour Base – 7mm of spoon bevel up front – lets you roll into turns rather than tip abruptly onto edge. An updated Master Core and Bcomp Carbon Flax stringers keep it light, damp and poppy.
Tester Verdict
Ed Leigh
“Love this board, incredible hold, effortless in powder, very confidence inspiring. Solid at speed despite the size, nimble and quick in tight trees. One of my favorite boards of the test. Easy switch, even buttered. Turn shape is lovely. Nose doesn’t flap any more.”
PRICE: £529.99 / €579.95 / $579.95 SIZES: 150, 153, 156, 157W, 159, 161W FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Armada Beatnik Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Armada Beatnik Snowboard:
Every armada needs a flagship, and the Beatnik is just the thing to help this erstwhile ski-only brand navigate its way into the hearts of snowboarders everywhere.
Who Is The Armada Beatnik Snowboard For?
This one is billed as a ‘resort freestyle board’, designed to turn the whole mountain into your playpark. That’s a pretty stacked category, of course, but what sets the Armada Beatnik apart is its built-to-last construction and relatively stiff flex, making it ideal for those who push things that little bit extra.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Thanks to bamboo stringers on their side of the bindings, every side hit becomes a potential launching pad to the moon. Plates made of ‘titanal’ (an aerospace-grade alloy) under the bindings soak up some of the energy when landing. You don’t have to be an absolute hellman to get the most out of this, though; the mellow-flexing biaxial fibreglass marries nicely with rocker sections either side of the camber to make the Beatnik more butter-friendly than a freshly-baked scone. It’s all wrapped up in a versatile directional twin package that’s truly at home in every part of the mountain.
Tester Verdict
Kevin Frank
“The Armada Beatnik is an omega-ultra-super quiver killer. At the upper end of mid-flexing, this board offers stability, manoeuvrability and snap for the freestyle-conscious all-mountain rider. Nothing crazy new, but just a really great shape for laps of the park and elsewhere!”
Like a certain Christopher Nolan movie, Nidecker’s brand new all-mountain shape blends classic looks with thoroughly modern tech – and promptly earned rave reviews from the critics (OK, except Emily Wilson, but she’s a rubbish snowboarder anyway).
Who Is The Nidecker Odyssey For?
Experienced all-mountain riders who treat the resort map as a rough suggestion. The Odyssey rewards those who hunt out natural hits, tree lines and untracked corners between the pistes, but its solid edge hold means groomer laps are far from boring – trust us when we say the (ahem) home run has never been so fun. And with men’s and women’s versions available, few will resist the siren call (oh alright, we’ll stop now).
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Odyssey’s directional outline pairs with Nidecker’s Surfy CamRock profile – regular camber through the body with an extended rocker section at the nose – so it stays lively on edge while gliding over chop and deep snow. A shortish tail and 50mm setback encourage you to drive turns off the back foot, surf style. Inside, the poplar and paulownia Light Core is glassed with stiffness-boosting Triax Plus fibre, while Pop Carbon inlays add snap at each end. Two exclusive techs seal the deal: Orbital Cushioning (shock-absorbing urethane built in around the inserts) and titanium boosters that fire your input straight into the edge. A rapid N-9000 sintered base rounds off one of the best all-mountain boards of the year.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“Orbital Cushioning under the foot/binding is designed to smooth out the ride and it felt awesome. One of the best boards I’ve tested.”
PRICE: £500 / €580 / $499.95 SIZES: 143, 146, 149, 152W, 155,157, 157W, 159, 159W, 162, 162W, 165W FLEX: 4-6/10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Burton Process Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Burton Process Snowboard:
Even after more than a decade, this still feels like a breath of fresh air. If you’ve never tried the Burton Process, be sure to put that right this season!
Who Is The Burton Process Snowboard For?
A massive size range is always a dead giveaway that a board is a genuine crowd-pleaser. While definitely a freestyle board, part of its longevity is just how well its specs transfer to the entire mountain – particularly if you have a playful, ping-one-off-anything-you-find approach to resorts.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Twin-tastic in every way, this is absolutely built for the park. It’s no jib-noodle, as it features triax fibreglass that’s a bit harder to manipulate with your feet, but turned-up edges at the nose and tail let you get away with a bit more when putting down a rail trick or butter, so everything’s on the table. The camber is a little less pronounced than it might be,with flattish sections at each end, but you can still get plenty of edge grip and ollie power when required. Essentially the Burton Process is a precision tool when you want it to be, but not when you don’t.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is an absolutely perfect twin! It has a 12mm set back reference stance if you want it to be more directional on a powder day, but otherwise you can centre it to the side cut. It’s snappy, supporting, has great grip and is still pressable. It wants to go fast and have fun, and it encourages you to be playful at the same time. Stoked on this board!”
PRICE: £509 / €594 / $649 SIZES: 157, 160, 160W, 163W, 167W FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber/Rocker 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Weston Backwoods Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Weston Backwoods Snowboard:
It’s a guide-tested freeride stick that floats deep and charges hard, designed by a legit backcountry brand that thinks beyond the ropes.
Who Is The Weston Backwoods For?
As it says above the door at Weston’s Colorado HQ, “You don’t have to have a beard to work here, but it helps.” Ok I might have made that up, but you get the gist. Powder hunters who snag a few lines at first lifts, then rip the groomers when it’s tracked out, will love the Backwoods. Like all their models, it’s unisex – so just pick your size and go.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Backwoods pairs a tapered directional outline and setback stance with camber underfoot and an early-rise nose. That surfy front end planes through fresh snow while the narrower tail sinks easily, and when you’re back on the piste the camber ensures you can hold a proper edge. Weston’s Slayer Core blends poplar with bamboo for lightweight pop, boosted by two tip-to-tail carbon stringers and a triax glass layup. The Rugged Topsheet – featuring fresh artwork from John Fellows – is built to survive rock strikes and bootpacks, while urethane sidewalls and a Sintered Durasurf 4001 base keep things fast and durable. It’s a design that’s been honed by genuine mountain guides, is backed by a four-year warranty, and is available in splitboard form when the skin track calls.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This board fucking rips. It’s an effortless charger for freeride snowboarding without having that catchy “if you fuck up I’ll kill you” vibe that some of the more aggressive boards have.
I pointed it dead straight on piste and it cruised like a Rolls Royce with a damn nice ride at high speed. Off the trails it handled a few cliff landings, slashed effortlessly and held a phenomenal edge when I got caught out in an icy chute. Oh, and it carves like a knife through butter.”
PRICE: €629 / £539 / $729 SIZES: 152, 158, 161, 164W FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: Yes BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Borealis Artefact Snowboard.
Why we chose the Borealis Artefact Snowboard:
As a smaller brand, Borealis forges its own authentic path – and the Artefact proves precision engineering trumps gimmicks every time.
Who is the Borealis Artefact for?
Riders who appreciate craftsmanship over marketing hype. Whether you’re ripping resort, dabbling in the park or hitting natural features, the Artefact handles everything with the assurance that comes from rock-solid construction and thoughtful design.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Artefact’s directional twin shape provides excellent drive and stability while maintaining enough symmetry for comfortable switch riding and side hit sessions. If you like to make the most of the early morning groomers then Borealis’s signature Edge Synergy technology has your back; it combines a progressive sidecut, Sidewaves, and reverse radius contact points to turn this board into a genuine carving machine. The UL Forest Core blends poplar and paulownia for lightweight strength, while Carbon Power Strips run diagonally at either end to beef up the flex and add snap to your ollies. Liquid Sidewalls provide superior dampening compared to traditional ABS construction, and the sintered base means you can actually enjoy those mega-long cat tracks.
Tester Verdict
Tristan Kennedy
“There’s nothing super innovative about the Borealis Artefact – it’s a classic directional twin all-mountain board with camber and a stiff flex – but it’s a really good one. It feels solid, well made, and fast, with plenty of pop. I didn’t get to try this in powder, unfortunately. But I did have a day of tearing round the pistes in Val Gardena, riding it on icy corduroy in the morning and slushy moguls later on, and it powered through everything. Great edge hold on steeper slopes, a nice fast base to help you over any flats, and not so stiff that you can’t have fun on kickers with it. A proper all rounder, done properly.”
PRICE: £479.99 / €549.95 / $569.95 SIZES: 148, 151, 154, 157, 160, 155W, 158W, 161W FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Rome Agent Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Rome Agent Snowboard:
A staple of Rome’s freestyle line and a favourite of their rowdy pro team, the Agent remains one of the best park decks money can buy.
Who Is The Rome Agent For?
Creative riders of every stripe, honestly. The Agent’s mid flex and true twin shape suit park rats working through their trick list just as well as casual riders who want a board that rewards creativity without punishing mistakes. If your typical day on the hill involves rails, kickers and buttering everything in between, report for duty.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Agent is a truly symmetrical twin – identical sidecut, flex and tip/tail lengths – so it’s awesome to ride switch. Fusion Camber provides positive arc underfoot with a touch of rocker at the contact points, taking the sketchiness out of rail landings while keeping ollie power on tap. The Twin Double Kick adds a two-part rise at each end that locks into presses and lets you ride away from, in Rome’s words, “damn near anything”. Bamboo Omega HotRods (bamboo rods wrapped in carbon sleeves) deliver a playful, pressable snap, while a straightforward radial sidecut keeps turns predictable. A sintered base ensures you’ll clear the knuckle while the new graphic packs a nice bit of colour pop.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“A cracking freestyle snowboard. It encourages you to be playful and butter around but still has enough snap to boost you off anything in sight… Effortless fun. Oh and the base graphic is rad as fuck.”
PRICE: £779 / €889 / $889 SIZES: 156, 159, 163 FLEX: 8/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
AMPLID UNW8 Snowboard.
Why We Chose The AMPLID UNW8 Snowboard:
This is now an elder statesman of the snowboard world, yet every new edition shows us a glimpse of the future. ‘Modern classic’ doesn’t do it justice.
Who Is The AMPLID UNW8 Snowboard For?
Fortune favours the brave – but when you’re hooning it down an icy piste or tricky couloir, it helps to have more than luck on your side. The Amplid UNW8 can satisfy the most carefree of speed demons, as well as those who are most at home in the pipe or the XL booter line.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Amplid family are proper nerds when it comes to board tech, and nowhere is that more evident than in the UNW8. Heck, it’s even named after part of the turning process – what more proof do you need?
As well as the brand’s own proven ‘Antiphase’ vibration-killing tech that’s now appearing in other brands’ boards, the UNW8 also features a unique hollow honeycomb lattice designed to keep epoxy resin at bay. The result is a consistent weight saving that doesn’t come at the expense of strength, and won’t deteriorate over time. Top marks to the Amplid boffins then, as per.
Tester Verdict
Ed Leigh
“This is a very, very solid and smooth board. It’s stiff, but not terrifyingly so. You need to know what you’re doing, but if you like stiff responsive boards this is magic. I tried to find its speed limit, but backed off before it ever chattered. It just held straight line after straight line. The edge hold and turn shape is breathtaking. You have to work hard at lower speeds, but it’s not impossible. You could feel confident in a banked slalom or hitting Chad’s Gap on this thing! I didn’t try it in powder; while I’m sure it would work, that’s not its remit. This is a hard-charging resort slayer.”
PRICE: $1199.95 / €1099 / £1000 SIZES: 156, 157W 159, 161W, 162, 165W, 169W FLEX: 6.5/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: CamRock 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
CAPiTA Megadeath Snowboard.
Why We Chose the CAPiTA Megadeath Snowboard:
The BSOD is one of our favourite badass stallions to mount; this mega-fied version ups the ante and is way more hectic in the best way possible.
Who Is The CAPiTA Megadeath For?
Okay, so the name sounds a little gnarly, and for sure it’s a snowboard geared towards advanced riders looking to push their limits. It’s not a misnomer: turn up hungover, lazy or wanting a chill day and you’ll get your ass kicked. Looks can sometimes be deceiving, but not here. No one should be looking at the Mega Death and thinking, “Oooh, yep, I’ll practice my falling leaf on this hog”. So be prepared to buckle in for the ride, because if you’re looking for high-octane thrills, we think this is a rollercoaster you won’t want to get off.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
It’s no surprise that the Mega Death uses some seriously baller ingredients in its construction; the ‘Mega’ kinda gives it away, no? But even for a souped-up series, CAPiTA has gone full hog here. Carbon on carbon on carbon babayyy! The Mega Death is designed to be ridden hard and fast; it’ll react lightning-fast to rider input, so you can leave it all on the mountain and push your limits to the extreme. Smash through chop, blast through chunder and rail turns like a demon, take everything you know and love about powerful snowboarding and yank the dial all the way to the right; that’s the Mega Death’s playground.
Tester Verdict
Henry Jackson
“Snappy, responsive, high energy, epic. The early rise nose rocker makes turn initiation easy, also adds a nice float in pow. Holds an edge but gives a little more ease than a board like the aeronaught. So good if you’re willing to push a little, but with the aggression dulled down to add to the ease of ride. Loved it”
Rome’s all-new Viper family slithers into the range with this flagship at its head – a carbon-loaded all-mountain machine that had two of our testers fighting over it.
Who Is The Rome Viper Pro For?
Serious all-terrain reptiles who appreciate a stiffer, high spec board that will squeeze the most out every lap. Powder hounds might want to size up, while creative spirits should size down; either way, expect fast turns and stomped landings.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Viper Pro’s directional twin outline packs Rome’s full tech arsenal. Fusion Camber runs positive underfoot with small rocker pockets at the contact points, keeping the ride predictable without dulling the pop, while the Directional Diamond 3D nose – a flat centre section with bevelled sides – floats through the deep stuff and lends a surfy feel to turns. At the back, the Directional Double Kick’s two-part rise adds stability on heavy landings and torsional stiffness at speed. Carbon HotRods (carbon rods integrated into the core) supply the snap, a Tri-Radial sidecut blends three radii into one smooth, predictable arc, and the SinterStrong base keeps you well ahead of the pack on the return to the chairlift.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“Super fun, playful but with extra control. Love the double kick in the tail… good on piste as well as off – the effective edge feels great.”
Tester Verdict
Meagan Malone
“I rode this board in the unisex size 154. It carved very well, with great edge hold and a lot of pop! For a women’s board, the 154 really hits the mark as an all mountain charger, with enough surface area for float while still being maneuverable edge to edge. For more freestyle and park riding I would select the regular Viper in the (women’s specific) 150. A very versatile board – size up for pow days and carving, or choose a smaller size for a great all-mountain board that will also rip in the park.”
PRICE: €549.95 / $559.95 SIZES: 149, 153, 156, 159, 162, 160W, 164W FLEX: 8/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Bataleon Placebo Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Bataleon Placebo Snowboard:
Bataleon named their first flat-based board “Placebo” as a wink to the fact it contains none of their traditional active ingredient (3BT). Turns out the medicine works.
Who Is The Placebo For?
Bataleon fans curious to know what their favourite 3D-shaping specialists can conjure up without the signature 3BT will find plenty to like here, alongside anyone chasing a more ‘normal’, predictable camber ride. It’s stiff enough for chargers who want a directional twin that holds an edge hard, while still being happy to take off or land switch when the mood strikes.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Placebo strips away Bataleon’s usual triple base for a 100% flat platform – no nose or tail uplift here – paired with a straightforward, medium-height camber profile for old-school pop and edge hold. Underneath, a Light Core blend of poplar and paulownia keeps things nimble, reinforced by a Central Super Tube running down the middle for extra pop without adding torsional stiffness. Impact plates around the inserts ensure it can handle abuse, while Tri-Ax glassing beefs up the flex pattern for aggressive response and a smoother ride at high speed. The Ultra Glide S sintered base is Bataleon’s premium option – perfect for overtaking your mates on the cat track.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“Definitely a different-feeling board based on the flat/no camber vibe. Would advise to use a pair of bindings with dampening tech.”
The second generation of Jones’ team-favourite freestyle deck arrives with a redesigned true twin shape – born in the park, but happy styling sh*t out all over the mountain.
Who Is The Jones Tweaker 2.0 For?
Freestyle riders who treat the whole resort as their playground. If your ideal lap strings together ollies, side-hits and buttery nonsense between actual park lines, the Tweaker’s mellow flex keeps everything effortless and forgiving. Full-camber purists who feared Jones was only for the beards-and-backcountry brigade – this one’s your olive branch.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The updated true twin outline rides identically in both directions, while full camber running tip to tail loads up proper spring-loaded pop for ollies and takeoffs. A friendly 2/5 flex means presses come easy, and 3D Flip Tips – Jones’ subtle spoon bevel at nose and tail – reduce edge catch when you’re spinning, buttering or landing slightly sideways. Inside, the Master Core and Bcomp Carbon Flax stringers balance snap against chatter absorption, and a Sintered 8000 base keeps speed high into features. Hard chargers should note the beefed-up Tweaker Pro 2.0 sibling; everyone else will find this standard version (available in both men’s and women’s flavours) hits the fun button repeatedly.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is a good, freestyle twin snowboard. I didn’t get the chance to take it on rails, but the board’s general flex and vibe would definitely give me the confidence to do so.
As a freestyle board I think it’s great. But it lacks some all-mountain skills that other twins do. I found it a little chattery on the piste at speed, and on the powder it was just too soft and would kind of fold underneath me for a drop.”
PRICE: TBC SIZES: 146, 149, 152, 155 FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: CamRock 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Why We Chose The YES Hel Yes Snowboard:
Name’s on the tin with this one; I defy you to take a few laps on this and not be hooting and hollering.
Who Is The YES Hel Yes For?
Any snowboard originally made for Helen Schettini is designed to be ridden by an absolute charger, so riders with confidence and skill in equal measure will have a spin on this and not look back.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The beauty of the Hel Yes lies in its simplicity, and that’s not to say it’s a simple snowboard, but that the YES crew have taken basic concepts and executed them so well that it’s almost impossible not to have a rip-roaring time on it. The directional twin outline and hybrid profile offer bags of versatility across various terrain, whilst the UnderBite edge profile is a masterclass in disruptive engineering that gives rock-solid edge hold and turn initiation that’s smoother than KY on glass. An additional pair of inserts allows you to turn the Hel Yes into a dependable deep snow ride, setting your weight across the tail to further lift the nose out for easy float.
Putting the fun back into functional, the T32M is a daily driver that blends a playful freestyle feel with a hard-as-nails build that’s just begging you to test your mettle on the metal.
Who Is The ThirtyTwo T32M For?
Any park rats, jib kids, sultans of steel, whatever the moniker is these days, wouldn’t go amiss checking out the T32M. And with its unisex range of sizes and relatively friendly flex, it’s definitely not off the table for women or groms looking to step up to a full-size deck.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Unashamedly built for sessions between the park ropes and in the streets, the T32M obviously makes the most of a versatile twin silhouette. This is backed up by poppy camber running through the body of the snowboard for that dynamic oomph, with mellower sections out beyond the contact points to give a more forgiving feel when you’re taking it for a spin on the steel.
Pop the hood, and you’ll find Twin Power Carbon Stringers laid up into the nose and tail. These act as nifty little turbochargers for getting airborne, really allowing you to drive into your ollies without messing with the board’s overall middle-of-the-road flex. A triax fibreglass overlay keeps it playful enough to jib around on and stable enough to tackle bigger features; we can see why the T32M is a team favourite.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is an absolutely PERFECT jib/freestyle board. The flex both torsionally and longitudinally is spot on. It can be schmoood around for fun butters, while still having a super consistent feeling pop for getting airborne. Graphically, it goes hard in the yard.
I love it. Cracking board for anyone looking for a freestyle option that leans more towards rails/street missions but can still handle some airtime on the sidehits.”
PRICE: £477.99 / €549.99 / $519.95 SIZES: 146, 149, 152 FLEX: 5-6/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Arbor Sin Cara Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Sin Cara Snowboard:
Sin Cara borrows its name – Spanish for “faceless” – for a minimal-looking black topsheet, but there’s nothing anonymous about the performance – our test team loved it.
Who Is The Sin Cara For?
Riders who want one board that handles ordinary piste days as happily as a surprise powder dump will get on well with the Sin Cara. Its more forgiving flex pattern makes it approachable without feeling soft, while the directional shape and sintered base keep things stable and gliding fast when conditions turn deeper or faster than expected.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Sin Cara’s Parabolic Camber profile blends five radii instead of a single arc, letting the edges engage and release more gradually for a smoother, more forgiving ride than a traditional camber board. That directional shape adds stability at speed and extra float when the snow piles up, while updated Grip Tech contact points under the heel and toe give you extra bite where you need it on hardpack or ice. Inside, the Highland II core blends poplar and paulownia for a lighter, lively feel, wrapped in a triax-over-biax glass layup that balances response with a forgiving flex. A sintered base keeps things fast and durable, and Arbor’s Bio-Resin construction shrinks the environmental footprint.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“Really good on piste and pow. Love the all around basics… a go-to board.”
PRICE: £610 / €680 / $729.95 SIZES: 144, 148, 152, 156, 160, 164 FLEX: 5/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Setback Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Burton Time Thief Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Burton Time Thief Snowboard:
New fruit appearing on Burton’s Family Tree is always worth the squeeze. This one is more ‘all-mountain’ than others, and ideal for backcountry freestyle.
Who Is The Burton Time Thief Snowboard For?
If you’re not partial to powder, or unlikely to be scoring any in the near future, then let this one go. While it does have some proper all-rounder chops (which we’ll come to shortly), the Burton Time Thief will truly come alive when out of bounds.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Like everything in the brand’s Family Tree line, the Burton Time Thief is tapered, but less so than its more directional brethren. You’ll benefit from the narrowing tail section when in the deep stuff, yet it’s pretty anonymous elsewhere. While not a park board, the twin shape and slightly-setback camber profile combine to make this a side-hit legend. Triax fibreglass and a fairly wide waist does mean that it’s carrying a bit of torsional stiffness, but that translates to serious carving confidence. In short, it’ll chow down on pow but also hold its own on icy early-morning groomers.
Tester Verdict
Ed Leigh
“I absolutely loved this board. Continuing with the magic flex recipe Burton struck on with the Counterbalance comes another beautiful all-mountain board. I loved the flex and side cut; you step on it and instantly feel like you trust it. Initially it felt a little soft, but speed-testing it was great, and it held incredibly well in the turn. In powder it was exquisite; playful and super nimble. For someone looking for a more freeride/carving focused all mountain board, this is 10/10.”
PRICE: £530 / €600 / $699 SIZES: 146, 150, 353, 156, 159, 159W, 162, 162W, 165W FLEX: 8/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Salomon Highpath Snowboard.
Why we chose the Salomon Highpath Snowboard:
Snowboard manufacturing remains a labour, resource and energy-intensive business, so hats off to the Salomon Highpath for racking up eco points left and right without sacrificing quality.
Who is the Salomon Highpath for?
Conscientious consumers, obviously – but in terms of rider profile, the Highpath will appeal to more experienced types who like to charge. Despite a balanced camber profile and a taper you’ll barely notice, the longitudinal stiffness requires a steady hand at the tiller.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Recycled materials are ever-present in the Salomon Highpath, accounting for a fifth of the edge metal, half of the base material and a whopping two-thirds of the sidewalls. About a third of the resin holding it together comes from natural sources, too.
Of course, if recycling were all that mattered, then we’d all be riding on soggy sheets of cardboard. Salomon’s usual attention to detail is also on show here, from the milled-out and therefore lighter) Aspen wood core to the sintered bases’ pristine, speed-ready finish. The end result isn’t cheap, but it’s good news for both you and the planet.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“This board is a weapon. As soon as you’re strapped in, the Highpath takes control. It slices through bumpy snow with minimal chatter. Straightline through steep terrain with ease, and the confidence to know that this board can take on anything.”
PRICE: $529.95 / €455.09 / £396.43 SIZES: 140, 143, 146, 149, 152 FLEX: 4/10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Hybrid Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
ThirtyTwo Gemini Snowboard.
Why We Chose The ThirtyTwo Gemini Snowboard:
ThirtyTwo have come out of the gates swinging with this freestyle-focused ripper that takes what we know and love from classic park boards and infuses it with some ThirtyTwo sauce to take it to the next level.
Who Is The ThirtyTwo Gemini For?
The playful, freestyle vibes of the ThirtyTwo Gemini would suit those looking to tear it up between the park ropes, but Geminis are famously multi-faceted, right? Part of the charm of the Gemini is its adaptability across a range of terrain, and thanks to its friendly flex, despite being a great option for more advanced riders, the barrier to entry isn’t super high and offers progression without punishment.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
ThirtyTwo aren’t trying to reinvent the wheel here; they’re throwing a tried-and-tested true twin silhouette, a hybrid camber bend and a lightweight dual wood core in a pan, sautéing them with a blend of ThirtyTwo spices, and serving up a smörgåsbord of freestyle fun.
Poppy camber runs between the feet, with flat zones outside that transition into Park Kick tips. This best-of-both-worlds profile brings the dynamic energy of true camber, with mellower sections to allow stability for presses and butters, and an early rise in the nose and tail to avoid unintentional edge catches whether you’re on the in-run or cruising groomers. The poplar/paulownia core is infused with reactive triax fibreglass to ensure the Gemini channels rider input in a controlled manner, bringing a responsive ride regardless of speed or terrain.
Like most recipes, you separate the wheat from the chaff in the form of quality ingredients. ThirtyTwo uses durable hardened steel edges, a premium sintered base, and an Impact Shield topsheet to protect against skiers in the lift line.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“No bells and whistles, simple and awesome. Great all-around snowboard to take in the park, mountain and jibbing around.”
PRICE: £559 / €679 / $679 SIZES: 144, 148, 151, 155, 156W, 158, 159W, 162, 166 FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
AMPLID Singular Directional Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Amplid Singular Snowboard:
Year after year, this one sits on the top of the daily driver pile. From peak to park, the Amplid Singular genuinely can do it all.
Who Is The Amplid Singular Snowboard For?
All-mountain boards don’t exactly come in all shapes and sizes, for obvious reasons – but there’s still a fair bit of variety out there. The Amplid Singular will suit those who like a forgiving end-to-end flex from nose to tail, but plenty of torsional stiffness. The wide sizes added for 2026/27 mean that those with bigger feet can join the party.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The folk at Amplid don’t just trumpet game-changing applications of miracle materials – they show their working. Case in point is their proprietary ‘Viscodamp’ system, which cancels out vibrations using polymers with specific attributes. It’s nerdy stuff, but you can’t argue with results. Same goes for the ‘Bezier curve’ sidecuts, which are applied instead of a true radius for more effective edge hold.
Easier to get your head around is the early-rise rocker in the nose that improves powder float. But from the simple to the brain-bending, all of the Singular’s features are there for a reason – and it all adds up to a real beauty of an all-rounder.
Tester Verdict
Andrew Duthie
“The Amplid Singular has long been a favourite. Its ability to go anywhere and do anything is almost unrivaled. Now in a wider shape, for bigger-boot fellows like me this was even more fun than before – although I will say I still booted out when I cranked the carve super low. But that’s an issue that can almost only be fixed by specialist boards.”
PRICE: $479.95 / €449,00 / £400 SIZES: 152, 154, 156, 156W, 158, 158W FLEX: 5.5/10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Hybrid 3D: No BASE: Extruded NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
CAPiTA Stairmaster Snowboard.
Why We Chose the CAPiTA Spring Break Stairmaster Snowboard:
This little spark plug from CAPiTA’s Spring Break Division puts the ‘fun’ back into ‘functional’ and does it at a price that doesn’t leave your wallet sobbing.
Who Is The CAPiTA Spring Break Stairmaster For?
It’s a bit of a two-pronged approach here, the Stairmaster is a great choice for those who are eager for progression and want a snowboard that will grow with them. At the same time, it’s a budget-friendly option for more experienced freestyle riders who want a board to pull out of the locker for playful days.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
They say a simple thing done well is hard to beat, and we’re not gonna argue with that. They’re not trying to reinvent the freestyle wheel here; a classic camber-dominant profile with a twin outline and a middle-of-the-road flex make the Stairmaster poppy enough to boost into the air, playful enough to press and butter and balanced enough for aerial acrobatics.
Internally, CAPiTA follows the same principles, simplified but not basic by any means. You’ve got a hard-wearing ‘sintruded’ base that offers a best-of-both-worlds blend of cost-effectiveness and durability, and a dual wood core with Carbon Aramid strips for increased dynamic capacity and dampening underfoot. Now sitting under the Spring Break umbrella headed up by the maestro Corey Smith, the Stairmaster isn’t trying to be a snowboard for everyone and everything; it’s a go-to for jibbing, jumping and jiving over the hill, and we bloody love it for that.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is a ridiculously fun freestyle board. Albeit a lil’ catchy in the contact points but definitely not enough to put me off. It’s buttery, but you can still feel the full camber pop. It’s an absolute weapon for the mini park lines.”
PRICE: $599.99 / €599.99 / £539.99 SIZES: 146, 149, 152, 155 FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: CamRock 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Gnu Barrett Christy Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Gnu Barrett Snowboard:
You don’t get to have a career as lauded as Barrett Christy’s without knowing a thing or two (or 50) about designing a top-tier high-performance snowboard. This is a vintage muscle car lovingly restored and maintained to deliver retro Americana vibes by the bucketload.
Who Is The Gnu Barrett For?
You gotta be able to roll with the big dogs if you want to take the Barrett for a spin. It’s unashamedly aimed at experienced riders who aren’t afraid to leave the safety of the beaten path for out-of-bounds adventures.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Float in the nose, power in the tail- the Barrett’s directional silhouette, tapered shape and setback stance lend themselves to aggressive riding in deeper snow and on the hardpack. Coupled with Gnu’s ProMag technology, you’ve got a beast that grips, rips and drives through the back leg for a locked-in feeling.
Gnu certainly ain’t skimping on materials for their A Lister; they use their highest-end core, a blended fibreglass overlay, a super speedy base and carbon rods to drive rider input directly where it needs to go. Put all these together, and you’ve got a lightning-quick snowboard that’s responsive when you push it, stable on uncompromising terrain, reactive when split-second decisions need to be made and dependable across varying conditions.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“This felt really fun, floaty and playful in the pow until I got on the groomer, where I could really feel the camber under my feet for strong carving and beautiful edge hold and control… The nose and tail held well. All around YES from me!”
Tor Lundström’s signature freeride weapon is a new concept for 2026/27, sharper in shape and stiffer in flex. It’s built to bring his trademark big-mountain confidence to riders chasing natural speed and airtime, not medals.
Who Is The Bataleon Tornado For?
Rippers who live for speed, lofty kickers and boosting sidehits with total confidence. It’s not a board for beginners, but anyone ready to push themselves in natural terrain will find this thing delivers serious pop and forgiving landings.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Tornado pairs a directional twin outline with Bataleon’s new SideKick 2.0 and a fresh tri-radial sidecut, aiming for sharper turn initiation without losing the brand’s signature float. Medium camber underfoot keeps the edge locked in when you’re cranking turns on firmer snow. An Ultra Light Core blends poplar and paulownia to keep weight down, while six D.R.S.T Super Tubes (three per edge) deliver extra pop and drive energy straight into the edges for serious carving power. Step Down Rails thin the sidewalls for more direct energy transfer, and Tri-Ax glassing dials up the torsional stiffness. It’s all capped off with a sintered base and WW2 fighter plane-vibe graphic* that speak to its status as a weapons-grade speed machine. *the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk for anyone that wants to look it up.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is a pro snowboarder’s snowboard, sitting right on the line of what I would reach for as someone who rides every day in winter. It’s stiff from top to tail, but with work it can be pressed around. If you’re looking to ride fast and boost airs this is a great option. It’s built for Tor and gives you a chance to bring some of his riding into your own – so much pop, such good landing absorption. This was the most confident I felt cranking sidehits on a test day where we were always riding new setups. Beginners? No… but for those looking to push themselves it could be perfect.”
It’s the most accessible model in Rome’s new Viper family. The 3D nose and double-kicked tail are the same as the flagship Pro, but it boasts a mellower flex and a price tag that welcomes the rest of us. Ssssssick!
Who Is The Rome Viper For?
Riders who prefer to pack one deck for everything rather than take their chances at the check-in desk. And with a men’s and women’s version available – ranging from a narrow 142 right up to a 162 wide – that means almost anyone. The friendlier flex keeps butters and lazy laps fun, yet there’s ample backbone when you open the taps.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Viper’s Directional Diamond 3D nose pairs a flat middle with a subtle bevel on each side, so the board mows across powder and chop. The stepped rise of the Double Kick tail helps lock into presses and power through heavy landings. Fusion Camber runs positive between the feet before easing into short rockered sections at either end to mellow out edge transitions, while the Tri-Radial sidecut merges three radii for turns that tighten and release smoothly. The core deploys Bamboo Omega HotRods: bamboo rods wrapped in carbon sleeves for a more pressable, playful kind of snap. A sintered base completes a tidy package.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“Beautiful all-mountain ripper. Great on groomers, lovely in pow. Lots of stability in the tail for landings but still enough torsional flex to have fun and butter around. Good for whatever is in front of ya.”
PRICE: £549.99 / €599.95 / $599.95 SIZES: 152, 155, 157, 158W, 160, 162W FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Setback Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Armada Sicko Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Armada Sicko Snowboard:
The Armada’s ski division know a thing or two about powder performance – and it looks like the guys on snowboard detail have been paying attention.
Who Is The Armada Sicko Snowboard For?
This shares a lot of DNA with the Armada Beatnik, with a few freeride-centric tweaks. So if it’s a true all-rounder you want, then you’d find better options elsewhere (including from the same brand). If, however, you lean a bit more towards the backcountry, then the Sicko could be right in your wheelhouse.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Like the Beatnik, the Sicko has a fairly stiff longitudinal flex, as well as shock-absorbing underfoot plates and a bamboo-enhanced core. However, unlike the Beatnik it features more rigid triax fibreglass in the build, and double the amount of bamboo stringers, so it’s a bit more demanding both from edge to edge and from nose to tail. The rewards will be there, though, especially when taking on tricky descents out of bounds. The tapered outline and rockered nose give its powder performance a real boost, but it’s conventional enough to also make the most out of the days between dumps.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This board was pitched as a freeride board for those with a freestyle mindset by our man at Armada. And I think that’s a perfect description. On piste it has a wonderful turn feeling, super smooth to initiate, great grip and just absolutely silky. In the air, stable as anything, plenty of pop and takes a landing with no stress. In pow it’s super fun. I rode it in late-day pow that had just started to freeze, and it took it in its stride and kept the vibes high.
The only caveat: all that “fun” personality does come at a small sacrifice. If you’re someone who just wants to point it dead straight on the piste, then the nose does start flapping and you’re gonna have to hold on. However, that style of riding is pretty fucking boring, so I’m not missing out. Great board!”
PRICE: £349 / €399 / $449 SIZES: 140, 143, 147, 150, 153, 154W, 155, 157, 160W FLEX: 5/10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Hybrid Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Public General Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Public General Public Snowboard:
Joe Sexton’s rider-owned outfit boasts one of snowboarding’s most credible rail rosters – and this long-serving twin is their go-to model for, well… the general public.
Who Is The Public General Public For?
Like we say, this one’s aimed at nearly everyone. Nine sizes (two of them wide) run from a grom-friendly 140 to a roomy 160W, while the forgiving mid flex suits first-season riders and seasoned jibbers alike. It leans street and park (like the team behind it) but happily handles full resort days too.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The recipe here is purposely straightforward. Public’s ‘Alert Camber’ profile runs traditional camber between the feet with a gentle rise at each end, maintaining ollie power and edge bite while bailing you out on rails. A poplar core and biax glass make for a chill flex that presses easily without folding, while the blunt outline with its mellow kick (not to mention the retro graphic) nods to classic 90s shapes – giving you more working edge for rails and landings. Urethane sidewalls (a Public staple) soak up impacts better than standard ABS and shrug off rail abuse, and the sintered base soaks up wax for more speed. No gimmicks, no confusing tech names – just a well-sorted park deck from people who actually ride them.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is just a great freestyle snowboard. The blunted, lower kick nose gives the aesthetic and vibe of an old school park popsicle with extended contact points – but without the catchiness, which was great.”
PRICE: £469.99 / €499.95 / $529.95 SIZES: 147, 150, 153, 156, 156W, 159, 159W FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Extruded NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Nidecker Tape Deck Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Nidecker Tape Deck Snowboard:
Nidecker’s brand new twin-tip pairs 90s-inspired shaping with state of the art construction and gallery-worthy graphics. Hang it in the Louvre!
Who Is The Nidecker Tape Deck For?
Freestyle riders who like their tricks new school and their aesthetics vintage – think Nidecker’s recent team signings like Jed Sky and Sam Anderson. Whether you’re lapping the park, hitting street rails or buttering the piste, the Tape Deck’s grippy camber and roomy waist keep everything feeling stable – and bigger-booted riders get extra width as standard, without being saddled with a full-on wide model.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Tape Deck’s outline is a love letter to mid-90s freestyle: a proper true twin with a roomy waist, a blunt nose and steep kick reminiscent of classic pro models like Noah Salasnek’s. That abrupt upturn trims swing weight and helps you lock into presses and wallrides, while traditional camber underfoot delivers dependable grip and ollie power. Inside, the Light Core combines poplar and paulownia with pop-boosting beech stringers, glassed in responsive biax and finished with carbon inlays at each end. Underneath, its N-7000 Hybrid base splits the difference between extruded toughness and sintered speed, while those old-master graphics on the topsheet – each given the Banksy treatment with Nidecker’s smiley – are a bonafide head turner.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“Great board with a true old school skate feel. Fantastic edge grip and plenty of pop, but you have to pressure it to initiate. Didn’t get to try it on rails, but from the vibe I’m confident it’ll be grand.I rode with boots slightly too stiff but still had a blast.”
PRICE: $629.95 / €540.97 / £471.23 SIZES: 154, 156, 156W, 158, 159W, 161, 162W FLEX: 9/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: CamRock 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon Snowboard.
Why We Chose The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon Snowboard:
Permanent Vacation Carbon: All the dials are turned up to eleven here; this is ThirtyTwo throwing their hat into the ring of the upper echelon of snowboard engineering, and succeeding.
Who Is The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon For?
Novices need not apply (unless you’ve got a serious masochism kink). The Permanent Vacation Carbon is an all-gas, no-brakes powerhouse built to charge hard and take no prisoners. For the right rider with the appropriate skill level and cojones to match, it’s an opportunity to ride wherever, whenever and how fast you like. For the wrong rider, it’s a ticket to the ER with a bruised ego of hematoma’n proportions.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
This ain’t a ‘lay around on the beach slurping a Mai Tai’ kinda vacay; this is mountain biking down Mont Blanc blindfolded- mega endorphins, massive thrills and a few skid marks here and there if you’re not careful. Just kidding. Kinda.
Jokes aside, the real punchline here is the tour de force of engineering that’s happening right under your nose, or your feet, to be more precise. The full carbon layup brings precision and power to the table without any unnecessary weight; rider input is instantly channelled where it needs to go for a ride that’s as reactive as it is potent. Snappy bamboo stringers work in conjunction with the aggressive camber to bring the board to life at every turn, while the sintered base keeps you sliding slicker than snot on a doorknob.
Not as one-dimensional as some ‘point and shoot’ snowboards, the Permanent Vacation Carbon brings some adaptability across terrain with its directional twin outline and only a slight setback of the inserts. If you like the idea here, but your insurance provider wants you to dial it back a few notches, there is a much mellower version of the Permanent Vacation without all the suped-up bells and whistles, so be sure to check that out.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“An amazing board. The carbon top sheet adds snap without excessive stiffness. It grips, it handles speed and jumps, the base is wicked fast, and it buttered perfectly. A really great board.”
PRICE: $729.95 / €679 / £620 SIZES: 155, 157W, 158, 160W, 161 FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
CAPiTA Matriarch Snowboard.
Why We Chose the CAPiTA Matriarch Snowboard:
Built with Torstein Horgmo, the CAPiTA Matriarch is a wicked juxtaposition that pits all-terrain versatility with high-end precision and performance. A jack of all trades, and a master of…all.
Who Is The CAPiTA Matriarch For?
You’re a serious rider looking for a snowboard that can deliver high-end performance regardless of terrain or conditions. You don’t have to be winning Olympic medals ability-wise, but you certainly need to be confident and experienced enough to handle this turbocharger; this ain’t my little pony- it’s a prime-grade rodeo horse looking to buck and chuck.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The all-new Matriarch dropkicks all notions of set terrain or riding style right in the ‘nads and delivers all-terrain awesomeness by the bagful. This is thanks to the clever blend of shaping theory and an all-access pass to CAPiTA’s box of tricks. Power, precision and reactivity are so important when you’re riding technical terrain and the elevated camber profile and insane internal makeup allow for instant response when it matters most.
CAPiTA have brought out an all-new core for the Matriarch that blends a lightweight feel with punchy carbon and a tri-wood blend for increased control and stability when cranking the dial and charging. Let’s be real, you’re probably not gonna be jibbing around on this thing, but for lofty pillow drops, hucking natural features in the backcountry, charging on the hardpack or just beating all your mates to the bottom, it’s versatility on tap. Fair warning though: ride it, or it’ll ride you.
Tester Verdict
Kevin Frank
“This is a very fun all-mountain freeride board for the aggressive rider looking to tackle the whole mountain. Stiff and full cambered with tons of edge grip yet it remained light, nimble and exceptionally snappy. You get out what you put in with this board and if you push past the flex it offers snap, manoeuvrability and loads of stability at speed!”
Tester Verdict
Henry Jackson
“Full speed precision. It’s poppy, responsive, and likes to be pushed but not too stiff that it’s too hard to control. A really fun snowboard if you’re ready for it”
PRICE: £399.99 / €449.95 / $459.95 SIZES: 147, 151, 155, 159, 163W FLEX: 5/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Extruded NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Armada Blueprint Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Armada Blueprint Snowboard:
It looks like a common-or-garden variety, but on closer inspection the Armada Blueprint punches above its weight (and price tag).
Who Is The Armada BlueprintSnowboard For?
As the size range suggests, there’s an Armada Blueprint for all comers. Rider-wise, this one is ideal for anyone who prefers an easy-going board that’s built to last, leans towards freestyle riding and won’t break the bank. If you’re an intermediate-level rider that’s on the cusp of stepping up, this would be ideal.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Even though you’ll find some of the hallmarks of a price-point board here (the extruded base, the biaxial fibreglass) the Armada Blueprint still has a few tricks up its sleeve. Carbon stringers run from under the feet to the contact points for a response boost, while some of the foot-bothering impact from big drops is mopped up by impact plates under the inserts. It might balk at the most high-speed, high-consequence riding, but the true carbon profile will hold an edge any time you’re ready to push the boat out (and that’s something you don’t get with a lot of boards in this category). In short, there’s not a lot the Blueprint can’t do.
Tester Verdict
Meagan Malone
“This is a stiff twin, but with some torsional and tip and tail flex that allows the board to be more forgiving and playful. As a price-point board it may be too stiff for some beginners, but a great option for intermediate to advanced riders that want a board that can handle the whole mountain, and easily ride switch or in the park.
My only worry is how stiff it might get in larger women’s sizes; I rode the 147 which is a much smaller board than I would usually ride. In saying that, it’s not as narrow as other women’s boards of the same size, which would allow the rider to size down if needed.”
PRICE: £574.99 / €599.95 / $679.95 SIZES: 150, 155, 160 FLEX: 4/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Nidecker Sorel Surfer Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Nidecker Sorel Surfer Snowboard:
It’s a bonus addition to one of this winter’s coolest collabs. Nidecker teamed up with Sorel to reimagine the boot worn by all the sport’s pioneers – and this co-branded board taps into the same theme: old school looks, modern performance.
Who Is The Nidecker Sorel Surfer For?
Soulful riders drawn to the heritage story as much as the chance of some surfy turns. This is a limited-edition collab piece that taps into the spirit of yesteryear and – who knows – might prove to be a collector’s item. Its extended nose and shortened tail echo Nidecker’s earliest boards, while the forgiving flex keeps things loose and playful, whether you’re shredding pow or ripping resort (assuming they let you on the lift – this is pure 1984 vibes, after all).
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Sorel Surfer’s directional shape echo classic 80s and 90s silhouettes, while Surfy CamRock – regular camber underfoot with extended nose rocker – delivers effortless float and smooth, connected turns. Shaped by Thierry Kunz (the brains behind Nidecker’s Snow.Surf Quiver), it features a lightweight core of poplar and paulownia, together with a sintered, high carbon base for nimble glide in any conditions. The topsheet graphic is a nod to the original Sorel Caribou boot, and even includes a leather inlay towards the nose.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“Super fun big nose for those pow-pow runs. Felt playful in deep snow and chop, and carved beautifully on the groomed runs. Light enough to float without being too soft – overall good times.”
Bataleon’s all-new storm chaser backs up its name with some serious big-mountain firepower — floaty enough to charge the backcountry, playful enough to have a blast anywhere inbounds.
Who Is The Bataleon Thunderstorm For?
Available in both men’s and women’s sizes, the Thunderstorm is built for turn-lovers who want serious pow capability without sacrificing fun. Its stiff nose and tail hold their own in steep and technical terrain, while the directional shape and lively feel underfoot keep it versatile enough to run as a daily driver.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The Thunderstorm channels Bataleon’s 3D DNA into a directional shape with high nose uplift and medium tail uplift, alongside SideKick tips for hull-like float and surfy edge-to-edge roll. A low camber profile keeps edge hold predictable and planted on the piste, while its Ultra Light Core blends poplar and paulownia for a nimble, lively feel – reinforced by carbon stringers and Dual Super Tubes alongside each rail for extra pop and snap. ‘Step Down Rails’ thin the sidewalls near the edges for sharper turn initiation, while Tri-Ax glassing beefs up response. A sintered Ultra Glide S base is nothing less than you’d expect on a board built for fast lines and good times.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“An all-around great board – not too stiff and ‘planky’ feeling for a freeride model. Still playful and able to take over pillows etc. with its stiff tail and big nose.”
PRICE: £640 / €600 / $629 SIZES: 148, 151, 154, 157, 160, 163 FLEX: 6 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Setback Camber 3D: Yes BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
K2 Sky Pilot Snowboard.
Why We Chose The K2 Sky Pilot Snowboard:
This is one half of Sage Kotsenburg’s ‘good vibes only’ capsule collection for K2, and the more freeride-focused of the pair. All music to our ears.
Who Is The K2 Sky Pilot For?
Yes, it’s a freeride board, but nothing cooked up from Sage would ever rule out spontaneous, creative riding. As the name suggests, those who like getting airborne all over the mountain may find what they’ve been looking for here.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The camber bend of the K2 Sky Pilot has been pushed back slightly to allow for an extended rocker in the nose. That front end is also free of the carbon that runs longitudinally along the rest of the board, meaning you get tons of ollie power but a bit less resistance in the pow. The core is a new one, with bamboo and Aspen laid in ‘X’ shapes under each foot to quicken up the response and reduce the chances of a binding blowout. The whole thing also has a very subtle 3D bevel, delivering smooth turns on piste and even more float in the deep stuff.
Tester Verdict
Kevin Frank
“This board is phenomenal; quick edge to edge, and really fun to flick! It rips pow and is super comfortable, both switch and regular. Very, very fun for crushing resort laps, cat tracks and side hits. The spoon tech on the tip in front of the contact points leaves the nose feeling catch-free and very manoeuvrable. This could easily be the only board an intermediate to aggressive rider would ever need.”
Tester Verdict
Sara Previte
“This mid-wide snowboard is for a strong intermediate to advanced rider. As a fan of the K2 Instrument, this board has the essence of it, but feels more lively. It’s really poppy off side hits, turning you into a “sky pilot” – but it also has the special K2 sauce (a personal favourite of mine), so it’s still extremely damp.”
PRICE: TBC SIZES: 151W, 155W, 159W, 163W FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Hybrid Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Drake G-Three Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Drake G-Three Snowboard:
Drake’s new ‘Gifted’ capsule collection of snowboards have all turned our head this year – but the G-Three has pulled away from the pack.
Who Is The Drake G-Three Snowboard For?
We’re picturing this one under the feet of an adaptable rider that is just as happy pootling and buttering around mellow resort trails as they are in the deep stuff. You’d have to like wide boards, too – They’re all pretty chunky, with the longest size classed as ‘extra wide’, thanks to its 279mm waist.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The foundations of this one are pretty route-one, combining a full poplar core with layers of biax fibreglass for a solid, dependable, affordable ride. It’s been augmented with targeted carbon additions; a bar running down the middle for increased pop, and stringers running from the inserts to the edges for a response boost. It’s wrapped up in a classic directional twin shape with a mostly-camber profile that rocks out at each end for a mellower ride and more pressability – a perfect match for the medium flex. Also, setting it back just right for pow days is easy thanks to the myriad inserts.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This takes one of my favourite boards of all time (the Drake Battle Rusty) and adds carbon rods into the build. The result is a board that has all the fun soul of the Battle Rusty; but where that one can fold as you push it too hard, this has the cajones to power through.
Naturally that sacrifices some of the ridiculous flex the Battle Rusty has. But it replaces it with absolutely ludicrous turn grip and feel. And bags of pop. I’d be stoked to own this one!”
YES Drive Women’s
PRICE: TBC SIZES: 146, 149, 152 FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Why We Chose the YES Drive Women’s Snowboard:
The topsheet graphic alone sold this one to me, but it’s an uncompromising women’s snowboard that doesn’t pull punches to cater to the masses, and I bloody love that.
Who Is The YES Drive Women’s For?
It’s a versatile quiver of one for experienced riders looking to take just one snowboard away with them and be able to tackle piste, park and some sidecountry pow.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Any full camber snowboard is going to be a mega ball of energy, and the YES Drive brings poppy, dynamic power to the forefront. Slightly wider in the waist to increase surface area to make up for the lack of rocker in the nose and tail in deeper snow. You’ll find some killer ingredients when you pop the hood, with a gnarly triax fibreglass overlay, infused with carbon for some real oomph when you want to push it.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“This is an absolute charger. Super stiff all the way through the board; the true camber to contact points works very well. The board took me for a ride, in the best way possible. Not able to nose butter, etc. on groomers… lots of drive, lots of fun.”
Salomon Jetstream
PRICE: £530 / €600 / $649.95 SIZES: 146, 149, 153, 157, 160, 163, 166 FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Combo 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Salomon Jetstream Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Salomon Jetstream Snowboard:
With one of the most straight-up droolworthy shapes of the year, few boards are more likely to convert you to the Art of Carve than the Salomon Jetstream.
Who Is The Salomon Jetstream Snowboard For?
Technically this is an all-rounder, but even from a distance you’ll notice that this is no common-or-garden popsicle stick. The Salomon Jetstream is of the ‘explorer’ variety of all-mountain boards – better suited to treating the whole resort like a park, rather than camping out in one all day.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Few brands have done more than Salomon to cook up new flavours of sidecut, but the Salomon Jetstream boards as classic a radial edge as you’ll find. That means it’s easy to anticipate what it’ll do though the carve – which is obviously its natural state. The profile is a little tricksier, with a middle flat section that moves first to camber, then to rocker. The combination is not too catchy, but still pops when you need it to (aided by carbon at both ends). It’s all wrapped up in a delicious chunky-but-tapered outline that just loves to float.
Tester Verdict
Kevin Frank
“An exceptionally unique snowboard that offers an amazing experience for all mountain riding – only faltering in the park due to its very directional shape. This board shines the most while turning and offers an incredibly fun, tight sidecut radius that inspires a wealth of confidence on edge and absolutely begs for you to surf the whole mountain. An amazing experience; some of the most fun I’ve ever had on a snowboard.”
PRICE: £609.99 / €699.99 / $629.95 SIZES: 151, 153, 155, 157, 159 FLEX: 8-9/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Arbor Red Gerrard Pro Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Arbor Red Gerard Pro Snowboard:
Landing Burton’s former wonderkid was a coup for Arbor, and the grown-up Red Gerard is now rewarded with his first pro model, built around his famously creative approach and cat-like landing ability.
Who Is The Arbor Red Gerard Pro For?
This is a board for confident, progression-focused rippers who want serious pop and a smooth ride at speed. The stiff flex rewards committed take-offs and big carves, while the twin shape keeps switch landings and technical tricks fully on the table. Testers found it powerful and reassuringly stable, delivering the kind of hard-charging performance you’d expect from an Olympic-medal-winning design partner.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials The directional twin shape features a slightly longer nose for better drive and float, while the ‘Parabolic Camber’ profile’s five-radius camber arc claims to engage the edge more smoothly and improve edge-to-edge flow. New Carbon-5 construction pairs an underfoot carbon X with a nose-to-tail stringer, delivering a smooth feel during the fastest of in-runs and a ton of snap off the lip. The topsheet blends Arbor’s signature real wood Powerply with a bio-plastic layer for durability, while the Highland II core’s poplar-paulownia blend keeps things light and lively. A sintered base ensures pro-level speed, while Bio-Resin construction adds some welcome green cred.
Tester Verdict
Ed Leigh
“This is a proper board, no f••ing around. If you’re looking for a board to explore your limits this is it. I found mine very quickly. It is not for the faint hearted, it has so much power if you load it up, it loves going fast, is stable, but wasn’t too brutal. Less punishing than a lot of boards this stiff. The one down side is that it won’t fire up until you’ve got it moving – or at least that’s how I felt; I struggled to do anything under 25kmph. A hard charging all mountain machine.”
The way the crew at Ride tell it, they peered into their crystal ball and this new, potentially futureproof all-mountain option is what they saw.
Who Is The Ride Vantum Snowboard For?
Thanks to that size range, there’s a Vantum for everyone – or at least everyone who prefers a ‘quiver killer’ to swapping out boards depending on the conditions. From its shape to its tech, the Ride Vantum has been built to handle it all – leaning slightly towards carving and freeride rather than freestyle, but only just.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
It’s been roughly two decades since Ride boards started featuring urethane in their sidewalls. Now that stuff’s also been applied to the nose, in channels that sit amongst the lightweight bamboo and paulownia wood in the core, soaking up vibrations when you hit rough terrain. If you like sending it off cliffs and the like, impact plates under each feet will bear some of the brunt. Shape-wise, it’s lightly tapered with a little bit of early ride present in the camber profile, and a blend of stiffer triax glass with the mellower biax variety. In short, a true all-rounder.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“OK, this is an amazing snowboard. The graphics are so sick, but they had me a little worried I was getting behind the wheel of a Lambo when I’m usually driving a Civic.
This thing absolutely rips; it’s great on groomers, for pressing it’s really snappy and you can sit right into the tail.
It’s damp and smooth at high speed. It also works in the park really well. If you’re looking for one board to do it all this is a great option.”
PRICE: €849 / $899 SIZES: 159 FLEX: 7.5/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Setback CamRock 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Moonchild Space Racer Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Moonchild Space Racer Snowboard:
Swallowtails are gaining popularity every year, and once you ride one you’ll see why. Ok, sure so they’re not as versatile as something like a directional twin, but who wants versatility when you can have total domination.
Who Is The Moonchild Space Racer For?
Let’s be real, you’re not hitting the jib line anymore (if you ever were). Your raison d’etre is hunting freshies on a pow day, and when the snow is low, you’ll rip up groomers all day long.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Shape alone does not a powder board make, but it sure doesn’t hurt to have something like this strapped to your feet when it’s been puking. A 410mm taper runs from nose to tail, decreasing the surface area at the rear of the board allowing it to really sink down into the snow, add that to the deep swallowtail and you’ll have no problems keeping the back leg down in deep snow.
The nose is super wide and rockered, so lifting it up and out of the snowpack will be a breeze. This is what effortless float in powder looks like. The Space Racer’s still got a pretty tight sidecut so if you’re looking for something that’s manoueverable, it’ll be nimble through tree runs and whipping round on piste.
When you do move onto the groomers you get the power and precision of carbon strips running down either edge of the board. These will bolster the edge hold through your carves, plus absorb some of the chatter as you’re smashing through lumps and bumps.
The rear of the board is reinforced with Kevlar running through each portion of the swallowtail. These not only strengthen it to hold through your turns, but give you a bit more oomph for tail heavy landings or popping from the back.
Rounded out with a reactive triax weave and a high-grade sintered base, the Space Racer will allow you to ride with precision and confidence whether the tide is high or low.
PRICE: $499.95 / €429.31 / £374 SIZES: 142, 145, 148, 151, 154 FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Hybrid Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
ThirtyTwo Reiki Snowboard.
Why We Chose The ThirtyTwo Reiki Snowboard:
The graphic alone is enough to send the Reiki straight to the top of our Christmas wish list, but it’s the top-level performance and cutting-edge tech that really hurl it stratospheric for us.
Who Is The ThirtyTwo Reiki For?
You don’t have to be riding super technical terrain at the Freeride World Tour to make the most of the Reiki, but it definitely is most at home in deeper snow, charging hard and fast and digging trenches on corduroy. We’d recommend it to stronger riders looking for a solid board to tackle groomers and up their game off the beaten track.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Confidence, control and stability are the hallmarks of the Reiki, and these come to fruition thanks to the long cambered section that runs through its torso, with a rockered section up front that both gives it some extra float in deeper snow and smooths out turn initiation on the hard pack.
The Reiki could give a Proboscis monkey a run for its money, with the big old schnozz, tapered outline and setback stance doing the heavy lifting when you strike white gold. Despite its strong performance both on and off piste, it’s not super stiff, and this more flexible build makes it a great snowboard for those looking to upskill their riding.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“My favourite board to test. The board held a good, snappy edge through turns on icy groomers and was fun and snappy for jibbing around. It felt like an extension of my legs rather than riding a heavy and stiff Freeride board… not over-designed… simple and fun.”
PRICE: €599.95 / $579.95 SIZES: 154, 157, 160, 162 FLEX: 8/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Why We Chose The Nitro Alternator Snowboard:
This one’s been punching above its weight for a few years now, thanks to relatively simple design and construction that excels where it matters.
Who Is The Nitro Alternator Snowboard For?
As a true all-mountain option, it’s hard to think of a rider who wouldn’t eventually fall in love with the Nitro Alternator. But if we had to narrow it down, then those who appreciate the unbeatable pop of a camber profile should definitely have this on their shortlist, as well as those with slightly bigger feet.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Nitro Alternator is slightly wider in the nose than the tail, but not so much that you’ll notice for the most part. That means more pow float, without a big trade-off in freestyle performance.
Perhaps to compensate for that extra waist width, the core in the centre of the board is a little thinner, which – combined with the relatively mellow-flexing biax glass – makes it easier to twist than you might expect. There’s still plenty of end-to-end stiffness thanks to carbon additions to an otherwise lightweight poplar core. And while the camber is pronounced and requires respect, the sidecut mellows out at each end, so it’s not entirely unforgiving.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“On groomers, this gripped – and on park jumps, it absolutely boosted! Rails and boxes were fun too, with enough flex to absolutely lock into a press. I didn’t get a chance to try it in the powder, but I ride with plenty of homies that choose this on pow day due to its slight directional shape.”
PRICE: £530 / €600 / $699.95 SIZES: 148, 152, 155, 158, 161, 165W FLEX: 5/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Setback Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Salomon Indicator Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Salomon Indicator Snowboard:
Quiver killers are all well and good, but sometimes you want a deck that’s been designed with one thing in mind. For the new Salomon Indicator, that thing is powder.
Who Is The Salomon Indicator Snowboard For?
Given that mellow flex profile, the Salomon Indicator is less about the ‘steep-and-deep’ than the ‘mellow-and-preferably-still-deep’ – but it could be pushed out of that comfort zone if needed. Riders that enjoy surfy lines and even the odd pow butter will get the most out of this one.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The design of the Salomon Indicator couldn’t be much more pow-friendly if it tried. At the back you’ve got that pin tail, followed by a setback section of camber that gives way to a longer, wider rockered section. Right at the front is a cork insert that reduces the weight of the nose, reducing the effort required to keep it afloat even at slower speeds. While it’s not the stiffest, a bit of extra pop boosts comes from a strip of natural fibres running along the length. Meanwhile mellow-flexing biaxial fibreglass makes this a dawdle to twist through the waist.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“On the day I tried this, it was my board of the day. It felt like a completely natural extension of my body. The turn shape is smooth, fluid and effortless. You can absolutely crank a carve on the piste. There’s enough torsional flex to play and butter, but enough stiffness to handle the variable terrain when you take it off piste. It’s phenomenal, and a rare 10/10 for me personally!”
PRICE: TBC SIZES: 143, 146, 149, 152, 153W, 155, 156W, 158, 159W, 161, 163W FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: TrueTwin PROFILE: CamRock 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Why We Chose The YES Basic Snowboard:
“A simple thing done well is hard to beat”. We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: the Basic rewrote the script of what you can hope to expect from a lower-price-point snowboard. A cracking snowboard that performs way above its remit. It’s a consistent best seller for a reason.
Who Is The YES Basic For?
Anyone and everyone- from first day on the hill newbies to advanced riders looking for a playful ride. Seriously. Sure, there are more tech-heavy and performance-oriented snowboards on the market; hell, there are a bunch in the YES line, but if you’re looking for a budget-friendly, good-time cruiser that packs more of a wallop than it has any right to for the price, then you’d be silly not to take a closer look at the Basic. Your wallet will thank you.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
After changing hands back to the owners, the YES. line has been culled for this coming season, but it’s no surprise that the Basic made the cut. Over the years, aside from a few choice updates, the Basic hasn’t changed all that much, but if it ain’t broke and all that jazz. It retains the balanced twin shape that blends freestyle control with all-terrain versatility, keeps its easy-going, hook-free CamRock profile and, of course, makes the most of that all-important Underbite edge pattern.
This disruption of the edge reduces the surface area of the sidecut in contact with the snow during turns; this increases pressure by distributing weight evenly through the carving arc and gives great edge hold in a variety of snow conditions. Upgraded to a sintered base for this season, the Basic continues to cement its legacy as a fun-loving daily driver that punches well above its weight class.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“‘Perfectly basic’ was the phrase used by Beau the YES rep when I came back with my shit-eating grin. It’s hard to argue. I’ve been waiting to personally test the Basic since it first came on the scene with Yes’ inception, as I loved the idea of a board that looked good, was simplicity done well, and wasn’t afraid of it.
It butters perfectly, hits medium jumps with ease; I’d be wary of hitting mega booters as it is a little soft. For rails and boxes, it instils confidence immediately. It’s not new, it’s not clever, I want it.”
PRICE: £574.99 / €599.95 / $699.95 SIZES: 158, 160W, 162W FLEX: 10/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Nidecker Blade Pro Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Nidecker Blade Pro Snowboard:
Nidecker have serious heritage when it comes to freeride boards. Their most focused carving weapon channels genuine race-day precision into a compact, aggressive shape built for bonafide speed merchants.
Who Is The Nidecker Blade Pro For?
Straight-up resort rippers who live to lay turns on fresh corduroy and want a board that rewards their commitment rather than forgives mistakes. The stiff flex and added carbon bring oodles of precision and confidence at speed – this isn’t a board for casual cruising, but for riders who know how to get on edge and want to do it, like, pronto.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Blade Pro features a blunt outline that packs maximum running length into a compact shape to deliver face-melting agility and rail-like grip. Full camber underfoot loads the board with pop and helps keep the whole edge locked to the snow through those low, fast carves. Inside, a poplar and paulownia core provides a lively platform, reinforced by a forged ‘Carbon Cell’ at the centre for extra stability underfoot. Lightweight alloy inlays on either side of the board translate rider input into instant edge response, while the race-grade N-12000 Graphite base is amongst the fastest options on the market. Lunar-themed graphics complete the look of this trench-carving rocket ship.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“This is an absolute tank for ripping cord on – holy shit! The edge grip was phenomenal, it absolutely dug trenches and sprayed snow like a dream. Not super freestyle but has enough snap and flex to do the odd press. Didn’t get it in the powder but based on the width I’m sure it won’t have a problem.”
PRICE: £549.99 / €629.95 / $649.95 SIZES: 153, 156, 159, 157W, 160W FLEX: 9/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Rome Rene Pro Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Rome Rene Pro Snowboard:
A couple of seasons since he blew minds with his short film Heaven, Finnish trick wizard Rene Rinnekangas graduates to his own two-board collection for 26/27. The Pro is its high-octane flagship, built for those signature burly street gaps and crowd-pleasing big airs.
Who Is The Rome Rene Pro For?
Well, Rene, obvs. But honestly, any advanced freestyle rider whose ambitions run to the biggest kickers and rails on (or off) the mountain. The Rene Pro is stiff, precise and – like the man himself – completely uninterested in half-measures. Mere mortals needn’t feel left out, mind: the standard Rene serves up the same vibe in a more forgiving package.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Like most pros, Rene is a camber fan, so you’ll find no hybrid profiles here – the Rene Pro runs Rome’s Stay Positive Camber from tip to tail. It’s all spring and edge grip, matched to a directional twin outline that rides switch almost as naturally as forwards. Carbon Omega HotRods add extra muscle – carbon rods sheathed in yet more carbon are built into the core for explosive snap. Natural flax fibre appears twice, with Twin Flax Walls beefing up the nose and tail for strength and ollie power, and Flax Impact Plates around the inserts to soak up heavy landings without deadening the flex. A single-radius Radial sidecut keeps turns predictable when you’re committing to a trick, while the SinterSpeed base is Rome’s fastest.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“This was stiffer than the Viper Pro, a classic directional twin with traditional camber, triple hot rod layout and an engaging sidecut. It’s a super stiff, aggressive charger – love itttt, but… I would probably ride it much smaller than the one I tested; it definitely felt like I was getting taken for a ride.”
PRICE: $649.95 / €579 / £530 SIZES: Women’s: 143, 147, 151 / Men’s: 155, 158, 161, 164, 167 FLEX: 5.5/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: CamRock 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
CAPiTA Navigator Snowboard.
Why We Chose the CAPiTA Navigator Snowboard:
We love freeride snowboards that aren’t absolute unwieldy cannons as soon as they’re out of deep snow, and the Navigator is a prime example.
Who Is The CAPiTA Navigator For?
Whilst the Navigator is certainly most at home in softer, deeper snow, one of the great things about it is you won’t have to shelf it when you’ve not had a fresh dump. Intermediate and up riders looking for a snowboard they can rip when they’ve been blessed by the powder gods, but not stymied when they haven’t, will do well to look here. And, with the quite frankly HUGE size range of the Navigator family, there aren’t many people who won’t be able to find one to fit them.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
As with any snowboard designed for deep snow domination, the Navigator uses a directional outline, a significant taper, and a setback stance to keep your weight shifted towards the tail, lifting the nose out for easy float. Of course, these are great and have you feeling like Torstein when you do strike white gold, but more often than not, we’re not that lucky, right? CAPiTA uses a mellow midbody camber and a dynamic flax-boosted construction to allow the Navigator to have an energetic feel on the hardpack, with the ability to lay out some saucy carves.
Tester Verdict
Kevin Frank
“Fun, softer flexing and highly manoeuvrable. Great board for slashing around the resort, offering exceptional all-mountain performance in a wicked powder-oriented shape! Honestly wicked fun through the park as well. A wonderful all-mountain shape could easily be a one-board quiver!”
PRICE: £749.99 / €799.95 / $869.95 SIZES: 152, 155, 158, 159W, 161, 164W, 168W FLEX: 8/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: Yes BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Nidecker Megalight Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Nidecker Megalight Snowboard:
Swiss brand Nidecker have been making snowboards since 1984, and their flagship Megalight is the culmination. Forged carbon zones, built-in dampening and a race-grade base are just some of the icing on a very posh cake.
Who Is The Nidecker Megalight For?
Deep-pocketed all-mountain riders who don’t stress about the price; they just want ‘the best’. And the Megalight is certainly up there – a super technical quiver killer that’s equally at home threading lines down the Bec de Rosses or blasting the groomers early doors. For a top-end model it’s surprisingly fun – not too stiff – yet the harder you push it, the more it gives back.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Nidecker’s technical team have chucked the kitchen sink at this one. The Megalight pairs a directional shape with Surfy CamRock – regular camber underfoot with extended rocker at the nose – for grip that holds through fast, technical terrain. The 3D-milled core is designed to let you flex it precisely underfoot, while the ‘Zero_G’ nose swaps wood for forged carbon up front, shedding weight where it matters for effortless float. There’s a second forged carbon zone between your feet for stability and instant response, while titanium edge inlays translate your input directly into the snow. The brand’s trademark Orbital Cushioning tucks shock-absorbing urethane directly underfoot to smooth out the ride at warp speed – which is just as well, since the race-grade N-12000 Graphite base is eye-wateringly fast. Whether the 3D ‘pow diffuser’ at the tail really does much we’re honestly not sure, but it looks cool as f**k.
Tester Verdict
Maria Kuzma
“An all around good board – I could feel the playfulness in the torsion even though it was quite stiff. Maybe a 149 or 150 would be more ideal for me, as it felt like there was maybe too much nose.”
PRICE: £495 / €629 / $669 SIZES: 157 FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber / Early Rise Rocker 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Why We Chose The Atlantis Ghost Town Snowboard:
The regular Moonchild Malibustole our hearts with its buckets of soul for directional riding and powder decimation. This, reimagined version takes the soul of the board we know and love and repackages it into a high performance twin version that truly delivered on its promises of all-mountain versatility. Oh and it now goes by the moniker “Atlantis Ghost Town Fire Edition” as the boys at Moonchild bring the Atlantis Ghost Town brand to life.
If you’re someone that likes to charge headfirst into any terrain that’s put in front of you then the this board should absolutely be on your radar. It’s a high-performance beast that’s chomping at the bit to take on whatever you throw at it.
Who Is Atlantis Ghost Town Fire Edition For?
Anyone who’s sworn by their twin board but secretly gets frustrated when their friends on directional boards look like they’re having more fun on a powder day will love the this board. It delivers twin vibes in the park, but directional float in the deep stuff.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
At first glance, you’d be easily fooled into thinking this is a purely directional shaped ripper. The elongated, fat nose and the shorter, narrow tail are the clear hallmarks of a board that will cruise effortlessly through the powder.
But between the contact points you’ll find yourself on a stance that’s centered over the sidecut meaning that when you’re ripping the groomers or lapping the park the board rides just like a standard twin.
The freeride/freestyle blend continues through the boards profile, which features traditional camber between your feet to provide bags of pop and on-piste performance. A smidge of early-rise rocker in the nose and tail helps keep you afloat when things get soft.
Pop the hood and you’ll find a snappy wood core of Aspen and Poplar sandwiched by Triax fibreglass. For those that are less familiar with the dynamics of different fibreglass types, this means that the fibres run on 3 axis – nose to tail, top to bottom and edge to edge – and work together to create a consistent, responsive feel under your feet no matter how you’re flexing the board through the turn, press or landing.
Combine this with carbon reinforcement strips that stretch from the binding inserts out through the nose and tail and you have an insanely powerful snowboard that has bags of pop in the park, and you can really drive through a turn on the piste.
It’s finished with ABS sidewalls for dampening and a wicked fast sintered base to match the boards engine speed.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“I spent the last few days ripping this board through everything I could find in British Columbia. From the groomers to the chutes, from air time to the occasional rail and found it to be a seriously exciting board.
The responsive ride is exceptional. It turns on a dime which I found super handy when tackling some freeride terrain that was a little more “variable” than I anticipated. It’s a little stiffer than I expected, but that pays off when you need it most and gives it exceptional power to get airborne and serious stability in the landing.
The only caveat is that the combination of a lively core and stiffer torsional flex from the Triax glass makes this a board that needs concentration when riding as you can’t easily schmoo your way out of a bad turn.
It’s like ripping a ciggie and a coffee for breakfast on a hangover — exactly what you need to turn the day around, but strap yourself in for the ride.”
PRICE: £495 / €585 / $600 SIZES: 142, 148, 151, 154, 158 FLEX: 6/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Flat 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
RIDE Warpig Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Ride Warpig Snowboard:
If you’ve ridden one, then just seeing those squared-off ends probably brings a smile to your face. The Warpig is a true modern classic, and fun incarnate.
Who Is The Ride Warpig Snowboard For?
You need to be prepared to try something a bit different. Not only is this wider and stubbier than standard fare (don’t forget to downsize!), it’s also pretty much completely flat. Still, once you get used to the Warpig’s unique design, there’s nowhere you can’t take it.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
There are a few clever bits of tech at work here to make the Ride Warpig’s shape and profile make sense. For example, carbon stringers under each foot deliver increased response, and extra-tough impact plates ensure it can handle big landings just as well as a more substantial deck. Instead of a classic sidewall, the Warpig features very thin versions between the edge and a sloping section of topsheet. That sails pretty close to cap construction, which means less material and therefore less weight. To compensate for the durability trade-off, there’s more metal in the edges to make cracks less likely.
Tester Verdict
Andrew Duthie
“I’d ridden a Warpig shortly after it was first released, but not since. Stepping back on to it almost a decade later, I wondered what had taken me so long. It was fun then, and if anything it’s even more fun now.
As a taller rider with large feet, I’ve always got a lot out of ‘volume-shifted’ models that banish toe-drag without having to ride a full-on door. Obviously the length reduction means trade-offs in carving and straightline speed, but on the Warpig it’s worth it. It’s so nippy, and even without any camber bend it really pings off side hits. Getting used to the sizing takes about three-quarters of your first run, and from then on it’s a breeze.
On the day I took this out, visibility was as bad as you can get, but I was mainly lapping a very familiar piste that was in great nick. Having a short, nimble fun-stick was therefore ideal for tracking down every bump and roller that I could sense, as well as for dodging the occasional downed skier that would suddenly loom out of the mist without warning.
It certainly won’t be another decade before I take one of these out again.”
PRICE: TBC SIZES: 153, 156, 159, 160W FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Drake G-Two Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Drake G-Two Snowboard:
Of Drake’s new ‘Gifted’ series of snowboards, this is the one that didn’t come to play. Get ready to feel way more than two G’s as you attack the mountain.
Who Is The Drake G-Two Snowboard For?
Compared to its slightly mellower-flexing stablemate the G-Three, the G-Two is a bit more ready to charge. That’s by no means the only card in its deck, but you can rest assured that it won’t fold when you really want to point it down a groomer, or send it off a spine.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Part of the Drake G-Two’s stiffness derives from the full layer of carbon that sits between the base and the core. Combined with the triax fibreglass below the topsheet, it delivers tons of edge-to-edge response, as well as plenty of pop power (provided you load it up). The sidecut is divided into three sections to better initiate, hold and exit turns. While that means it’s not quite optimised for switch riding, it’s still very much an option – and the trade-off is worth it. As you may have guessed by now, the profile is as classic a camber as you’ll find – ideal for pinging off cliffs and gripping on corduroy.
Tester Verdict
Ed Leigh
“While nothing spectacular, this is a great steady all-mountain board; I trusted it from the first turn. Quite stiff, it had great pop and hold. It was stable at speed, but still butterable. It’s very capable and has a competitive price point.”
Gnu Turbo Gremlin
PRICE: €639.99 / £574.99 / $629.99 SIZES: 155, 158, 161 FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Gnu Turbo Gremlin Snowboard.
Why We Chose the Gnu Turbo Gremlin Snowboard:
Uh oh, looks like someone fed the Gnu Gremlin after midnight and now it’s sexier and more souped up than ever.
Who Is The Gnu Turbo Gremlin For?
Novices need not apply here. You’re an advanced rider, a thrill seeker, looking to saddle up a wild horse and hang on for dear life. The Turbo Gremlin’s über-sauced-up construction and quicker, meaner and leaner design mean it’s an absolute riot to ride for the right cowboy.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
The Turbo Gremlin isn’t for lazy laps or hungover days, unless your kink is getting your arse handed to you. It’s sweat beading on your lip, heart palpitations and near-constant hooting and hollering; just watch Austen Sweetin ride, and you’ll know exactly what we mean. Put your foot on the gas, and you’ll drive out of turns with a vengeance and carve like a menace.
Tester Verdict
Kevin Frank
“Carbon-infused, stiff, light and fast, the Turbo Gremlin is an absolute rocket ship of a snowboard. This board is absolutely aggressive and handles speed and chop like a dream. I also found it to be a riot to carve on, with the Magnetraction ramping up edge grip and the carbon in the board snapping you in and out of turns with immense energy. You won’t be doing too many sweet, easy-feeling butters with this board, but if charging is your thing, I would for sure take a look at this beast!”
PRICE: £549 / €619 / $619 SIZES: 152, 154, 156, 158 FLEX: 7/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: Yes
Endeavor Trooper Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Endeavor Trooper Pro Snowboard:
From its oversized nose to its subtle pintail, the Trooper Pro is shaped for freeriding. But look closer, and there’s a lot more to it.
Who Is The Endeavor Trooper Pro Snowboard For?
We’d recommend this to anyone who wants to give ‘volume shift’ (shorter, wider boards) a try, without going too extreme. The sizing tweaks are subtle but effective, making the Endeavor Trooper Pro a fantastic gateway to that world.
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
Endeavor’s USP is its ‘Phonon’ technology, which does away with traditional plastic topsheets, therefore saving weight. On boards like the Endeavor Trooper Pro the fibreglass/carbon blend that’s usually placed in the snowboard during the build is put under tension and laminated separately, before being applied to the board. Fully waterproof, there’s no need for that extra plastic layer, making the end result nice and light. All those tension-holding fibres also make it pop better, and offer a bit more edge-to-edge response, so you get a performance boost as well as a weight saving.
Tester Verdict
Pat Nichols
“It’s been a while since I got on a proper volume shift rip stick, and this thing is a joy.
It’s super nimble, and would be a great board for poking about in the trees. It’s pretty directional, so switch didn’t feel great – but hey, if you’re picking this shape then you know that’s the case. A great option for a nippy little board to put a smile on your face!”
PRICE: €649.95 / $599.95 SIZES: 148, 152, 156, 160 FLEX: 8/10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber 3D: No BASE: Sintered NEW FOR 26/27 SEASON: No
Nitro Banker Snowboard.
Why We Chose The Nitro Banker Snowboard:
For our money, there aren’t enough boards out there designed with banked slaloms in mind! Prepare to feel the berms with this bona-fide charger.
Who Is The Nitro Banker Snowboard For?
It may look a lot more conventionally-shaped than its stablemates in Nitro’s ‘Quiver’ series, but that’s all relative, of course. Look closer and you’ll see that the Nitro Banker is set back, tapered, prominently cambered and stiffer than most. Only those with a need for speed should therefore apply (and thanks to the new sizes, that now includes women too).
Tech Talk
Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials
A little more on the shape; the sidecut of the Nitro Banker is larger at the front than at the back, making it easier to get into turns and breathtakingly quick to get out of them again. Plus there’s that mid-wide waist, perfect for hanging on to hard carves. Under the bonnet things are fairly conventional, but we like the strips of beech that run down the length of the Nitro Banker for added pop, Its eco-credentials are substantial as well, with plenty of recycled materials in the base, topsheet and edges, plus all-natural epoxy and wax finish.
Tester Verdict
Meagan Malone
“This is a chargy, stiff freeride snowboard – but still forgiving. It handles carving well, and should have great float in powder too. It’s easy edge to edge, and stable to land on. A great pick for an advanced rider who likes to charge, but super accessible for a progressing intermediate that wants to get on something stiffer.”
If you’re shopping for the first time or are still confused by some of the technical jargon then take a look at some of our handy video explainers for some useful advice.
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