And turn this you should; the Nidecker Rave is an all-mountain snowboard, but we’ll bet the farm that you’ll get the most out of it on a fresh groomer. It’s got a classic camber profile, a slight setback, and responsive triax fibreglass. Setting an edge and letting her rip should be your first port of call on this, but the park and the powder can follow too.

“The end result is all heart-fluttering, skin-tingling passion”

Topping off the Rave is a vibration-cancelling topsheet that makes it easier to hold your line at eye-watering speed. It’s easier on your feet, too, so you can charge for longer each day. Underneath, you’ve got a carbon-infused sintered base that will absolutely fly down the mountain, provided you’ve waxed.

Naturally all that clever-clever construction doesn’t come cheap, but the Nidecker Rave is still pretty reasonable, considering its quiver-killer chops. It’s best avoided if you don’t get on with stiff boards, but more aggressive riders will adore it.

“At Nidecker we have one true obsession: to find the perfect board that can do it all. With that in mind, we would like to introduce the new Rave, the ultimate all-mountain freeride board.

It’s up to any task, no matter what you ask it to do. Shred some backcountry powder, carve down the slopes, slalom through moguls, and even bust a few airs when duty calls.

For me, riding one board that can do everything is a must, especially when you travel and don’t know what kind of conditions and terrain you will get. With the Rave, you know that you will have a great time, no matter what.”

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