The rocker section in the middle therefore doesn’t disrupt the ride too much, but comes in handy in certain situations. Should you wish to hold a press on the nose or tail, less work is required. Also, in powder it gives the board more float than a twin shape would otherwise have.

It’s not a true twin, however, as there’s a strong asymmetrical element to the design of the Gnu Space Case. The core (made of a combination of Aspen and paulownia wood) flexes more on the heelside than the toeside, to make up for the difference in how your foot handles each in turn.

“Forest Bailey’s signature deck is well equipped for the streets”

Furthermore, the sidecut is deeper on the heel side, and the effective edge shorter, thanks to a difference in the layout of the contact points. Combined with those Magne-Traction edges, it’s a turning experience like no other.

So while the Gnu Space Case has everything you need for high-end, heart-in-mouth rail riding, it’s no one-trick pony.

Given his fondness for doodling, Forest’s handiwork also graces the topsheet and base of the Gnu Space Case. There’s also a matching pair of Bent Metal Transfer bindings out there, should you want to go for an all-Forest setup.

“Forest designed the perfect tool to harness creativity, mind bending trickery and control on all terrain. Anatomically-intuitive asymmetry built in to effortlessly improve progression, performance and style on board. Magne-traction serrated edges lock you into harmony with the mountain.

Let the art of Forest Bailey inspire, soothe and stimulate your brain.”