{"id":2206853,"date":"2026-10-19T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-18T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2206853"},"modified":"2026-10-19T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T21:00:00","slug":"duplicate-best-all-mountain-snowboards-for-2026-2027","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2206853","title":{"rendered":"Duplicate \u2013 Best All-Mountain Snowboards For 2026-2027"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"c-article-copy\">\n<p class=\"p1 c-article-body__dropcap\">What is the best all-mountain snowboard? Is there even such a thing as one snowboard that can do it all? The debate goes on and remains snowboarding\u2019s most contentious battleground. Many brands claim to have come up with the silver bullet, single snowboard solution that kills off the competition. You know the ones \u2013 the daily drivers, the all-rounders, the quiver killers, the one-stop-shops for park, piste and powder riding alike.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t be too easily swayed, though, the easy answer isn\u2019t always the truth. Colonel Sanders sold a hell of a lot of chicken, but I\u2019m not sure anyone wants to know how he made it. All-mountain snowboards are virtually every brand\u2019s best-seller, but it takes a little more scrutiny to pick out the best of the bunch. Every winter, the Whitelines crew round up our highlights, cut through the marketing jargon, and present our selection of the season\u2019s best all-mountain snowboards.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cMany brands venture slightly off the fence, creating what you might call an all-mountain freestyle or all-mountain freeride snowboard\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>In the list below, we\u2019ve curated a selection of all the big hitters, hidden gems and complete curveballs that genuinely impressed us this season. But look, we get it. One man\u2019s Michelangelo is another man\u2019s Milli Vanilli. They won\u2019t all be to your liking, and that\u2019s fine. It\u2019s a hell of a balancing act. Occasionally, some strike the treble twenty and split the stoke evenly between freestyle, freeride and piste. More often, brands venture slightly off the fence, creating what you might call an all-mountain freestyle or all-mountain freeride snowboard. These snowboards tend to have the edge when it comes to riding in the park over the backcountry, and vice versa.<\/p>\n<p>For advice on how to choose an all-mountain snowboard, head to the end of the page:\u00a0 <a class=\"c-btn c-btn--outline\" href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#endofpage\">Skip to end<\/a><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/5g0yYeEg.jpeg\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">No matter the conditions and no matter the terrain, an all-mountain snowboard can handle it all | PC: Ed Blomfield<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a name=\"index\"><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-copy\">\n<h2>The Best All-Mountain Snowboards For 2026-2027<\/h2>\n<p>Our expert crew at Whitelines sorted through the hype to deliver top picks that genuinely perform across groomers, powder and park. This season\u2019s list cuts through the tech talk and backs it with ride\u2011tested verdicts for riders of all levels. The Whitelines 100 winners are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#amplidunw8\"><strong>AMPLID UNW8<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#nideckerodyssey\"><strong>Nidecker Odyssey<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#romeviperpro\"><strong>Rome Viper Pro<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#capitamatriarch\"><strong>CAPiTA Matriarch<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#bataleonplacebo\"><strong>Bataleon Placebo<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#jonesmind\"><strong>Jones Mind Expander 2.0<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#burtontime\"><strong>Burton Time Thief<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#amplidsingular\"><strong>AMPLID Singular Directional<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#capitamegadeath\"><strong>CAPiTA Megadeath<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#romeviper\"><strong>Rome Viper<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#bataleonstereo\"><strong>Bataleon Stereo<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#armadabeatnik\"><strong>Armada Beatnik<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#gnubarrett\"><strong>Gnu Barrett Christy<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#nitroalternator\"><strong>Nitro Alternator<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#drakegthree\"><strong>Drake G-Three<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#thirtytwogemini\"><strong>ThirtyTwo Gemini<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#yeshel\"><strong>YES Hel Yes<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#arborsin\"><strong>Arbor Sin Cara\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#ridevantom\"><strong>Ride Vantom<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#salomonhighpath\"><strong>Salomon Highpath\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#thirtytwopermanent\"><strong>ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll find some extra <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019t squeeze them into the Whitelines top 100. They are as follows:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#nideckermegalight\"><strong>Nidecker Megalight<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#drakegtwo\"><strong>Drake G-Two<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#ridewarpig\"><strong>Ride Warpig<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a name=\"amplidunw8\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>AMPLID UNW8<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">779 \/ \u20ac889 \/ $889<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:<\/b> 156, 159, 163<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:<\/b> 8\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:<\/b> Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:<\/b> Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:<\/b> No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:<\/b> Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> No<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/AMPLID-UNW8-Snowboard-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">AMPLID UNW8 Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The AMPLID UNW8 Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This is now an elder statesman of the snowboard world, yet every new edition shows us a glimpse of the future. \u2018Modern classic\u2019 doesn\u2019t do it justice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The AMPLID UNW8 Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fortune favours the brave \u2013 but when you\u2019re 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Amplid family are proper nerds when it comes to board tech, and nowhere is that more evident than in the UNW8. Heck, it\u2019s even named after part of the turning process \u2013 what more proof do you need?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As well as the brand\u2019s own proven \u2018Antiphase\u2019 vibration-killing tech that\u2019s now appearing in other brands\u2019 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\u2019t come at the expense of strength, and won\u2019t deteriorate over time. Top marks to the Amplid boffins then, as per.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Watch our review of the Amplid UNW8<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Ed Leigh<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/edleigh.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThis is a very, very solid and smooth board. It\u2019s stiff, but not terrifyingly so. You need to know what you\u2019re 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\u2019s not impossible. You could feel confident in a banked slalom or hitting Chad\u2019s Gap on this thing! I didn\u2019t try it in powder; while I\u2019m sure it would work, that\u2019s not its remit. This is a hard-charging resort slayer.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unw8-26-27.png\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Amplid UNW8<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amplid.com\/snowboarding\/snowboards\/unw8\/270103#e30=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Amplid<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"t-bg-callout\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/reviews\/snowboards\/amplid-unw8-2026-2027-snowboard-review.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Read the in-depth review of the AMPLID UNW8 here<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a name=\"nideckerodyssey\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nidecker Odyssey\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u00a3534.99 \/ \u20ac569.95 \/ $599.95<br \/>\n<b>SIZES:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Men\u2019s: 152, 155, 157, 159, 162 \/ Women\u2019s: 142, 147, 152, 155<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 8\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Yes<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Nidecker-Odyssey-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Nidecker Odyssey Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Nidecker Odyssey Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Like a certain Christopher Nolan movie, Nidecker\u2019s brand new all-mountain shape blends classic looks with thoroughly modern tech \u2013 and promptly earned rave reviews from the critics (OK, except <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/film\/2026\/jul\/27\/odyssey-translator-emily-wilson-attacks-nolan-blockbuster\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Emily Wilson<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, but she\u2019s a rubbish snowboarder anyway).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Nidecker Odyssey For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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 \u2013 trust us when we say the (ahem) home run has never been so fun. And with men\u2019s and women\u2019s versions available, few will resist the siren call (oh alright, we\u2019ll stop now).<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Odyssey\u2019s directional outline pairs with Nidecker\u2019s Surfy CamRock profile \u2013 regular camber through the body with an extended rocker section at the nose \u2013 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cOrbital Cushioning under the foot\/binding is designed to smooth out the ride and it felt awesome. One of the best boards I\u2019ve tested.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/202627-Odyssey-Women-No-Color-0-N.27.SNW_.ODW-2-60.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Nidecker Odyssey<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FNidecker-Odyssey%2B2027%2BSnowboard-775459%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a name=\"romeviperpro\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Rome Viper Pro<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:<\/b> \u00a3529.99 \/ \u20ac599.95 \/ $629.95<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:<\/b> 142N, 146N, 150N, 154, 156, 158, 160W, 162W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>8\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE: <\/b>Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>Yes<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Rome-Viper-Pro-Render-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Rome Viper Pro Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Rome Viper Pro Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rome\u2019s all-new Viper family slithers into the range with this flagship at its head \u2013 a carbon-loaded all-mountain machine that had two of our testers fighting over it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Rome Viper Pro For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Viper Pro\u2019s directional twin outline packs Rome\u2019s 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 \u2013 a flat centre section with bevelled sides \u2013 floats through the deep stuff and lends a surfy feel to turns. At the back, the Directional Double Kick\u2019s 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cSuper fun, playful but with extra control. Love the double kick in the tail\u2026 good on piste as well as off \u2013 the effective edge feels great.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Meagan Malone<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_20260928_084526-47.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cI rode this board in the unisex size 154. It carved very well, with great edge hold and a lot of pop! For a women\u2019s 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\u2019s specific) 150. A very versatile board \u2013 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.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/2627_ROME_BOARD-RASTER_VIPER-PRO_158_TOP-scaled.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">ROME Viper Pro<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/aLNprMe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at evo<\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-secondary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FRome-Viper%2BPro%2B2027%2BSnowboard-774800%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a name=\"capitamatriarch\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>CAPiTA Matriarch<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">$729.95 \/ \u20ac679 \/ \u00a3620<\/span><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>155, 157W, 158, 160W, 161<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>7\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE: <\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE: <\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/CAPiTA-Matriach-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">CAPiTA Matriarch Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose the CAPiTA Matriarch Snowboard: <\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2026all.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The CAPiTA Matriarch For? <\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You\u2019re a serious rider looking for a snowboard that can deliver high-end performance regardless of terrain or conditions. You don\u2019t have to be winning Olympic medals ability-wise, but you certainly need to be confident and experienced enough to handle this turbocharger; this ain\u2019t my little pony- it\u2019s a prime-grade rodeo horse looking to buck and chuck.<\/span><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The all-new Matriarch dropkicks all notions of set terrain or riding style right in the \u2018nads 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\u2019s box of tricks. Power, precision and reactivity are so important when you\u2019re riding technical terrain and the elevated camber profile and insane internal makeup allow for instant response when it matters most.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019s be real, you\u2019re 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\u2019s versatility on tap. Fair warning though: ride it, or it\u2019ll ride you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Kevin Frank<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/kevin-1.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThis 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!\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Henry Jackson<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-25-at-11.20.18-AM.jpeg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cFull speed precision. It\u2019s poppy, responsive, and likes to be pushed but not too stiff that it\u2019s too hard to control. A really fun snowboard if you\u2019re ready for it\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Capita_The_Matriarch_Snowboards_Black_Grey_Yellow_Deck_Lucky_Dip_Base_Yellow_or_Black_549493-1.webp\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">CAPiTA Matriarch<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/b7CVoG3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Evo<\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-secondary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FCAPiTA-The%2BMatriarch%2B2027%2BSnowboard-774123%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"t-bg-callout\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/reviews\/snowboards\/capita-matriarch-2026-2027-snowboard.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Read the in-depth review of the capita matriarch here<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a name=\"bataleonplacebo\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bataleon Placebo<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u20ac549.95 \/ $559.95<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>149, 153, 156, 159, 162, 160W, 164W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>8\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE: <\/b><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Directional Twin<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b><\/b><b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D: <\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Bataleon-Placebo-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Bataleon Placebo Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Bataleon Placebo Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bataleon named their first flat-based board \u201cPlacebo\u201d as a wink to the fact it contains none of their traditional active ingredient (3BT). Turns out the medicine works.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Placebo For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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 \u2018normal\u2019, predictable camber ride. It\u2019s 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Placebo strips away Bataleon\u2019s usual triple base for a 100% flat platform \u2013 no nose or tail uplift here \u2013 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\u2019s premium option \u2013 perfect for overtaking your mates on the cat track.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cDefinitely a different-feeling board based on the flat\/no camber vibe. Would advise to use a pair of bindings with dampening tech.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1637939-bataleon-snowboard-placebo.avif\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Bataleon Placebo<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/bataleon.com\/products\/bataleon-2627-placebo-mens-snowboard?variant=46350616887427\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Bataleon<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"jonesmind\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Jones Mind Expander 2.0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3629.95 \/ \u20ac599.95 \/ $629.95<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>142, 146, 150, 154, 158, 162, 166 (Unisex)<br \/>\n<b>FLEX: <\/b>6\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber\/Rocker<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>High 3D Contour Base<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Jones-Mind-Expander-2.0-Snowboard.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1080\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Jones Mind Expander 2.0 Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Jones Mind Expander 2.0 For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019t need to be a card-carrying pro to experience its mind-altering performance. Ayahuasca might help, though.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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 \u2013 7mm of spoon bevel up front \u2013 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Ed Leigh<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/edleigh.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cLove 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\u2019t flap any more.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/202627-Mind-Expander-1-scaled.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Jones Mind Expander 2.0<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/1N6LpUb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Jones Snowboards<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"t-bg-callout\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/reviews\/snowboards\/jones-mind-expander-2-0-2026-2027-snowboard.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Read the in-depth review of the JONES MIND EXPANDER 2.0 here<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a name=\"burtontime\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Burton Time Thief<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">610 \/ \u20ac680 \/ $729.95<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES: <\/b>144, 148, 152, 156, 160, 164<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>5\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Setback Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/BurtonTimeThiefSnowboard.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1080\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Burton Time Thief Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Burton Time Thief Snowboard:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">New fruit appearing on Burton\u2019s Family Tree is always worth the squeeze. This one is more \u2018all-mountain\u2019 than others, and ideal for backcountry freestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Burton Time Thief Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re 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\u2019ll come to shortly), the Burton Time Thief will truly come alive when out of bounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Like everything in the brand\u2019s Family Tree line, the Burton Time Thief is tapered, but less so than its more directional brethren. You\u2019ll benefit from the narrowing tail section when in the deep stuff, yet it\u2019s 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\u2019s carrying a bit of torsional stiffness, but that translates to serious carving confidence. In short, it\u2019ll chow down on pow but also hold its own on icy early-morning groomers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Ed Leigh<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/edleigh.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cI 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/147732_152_LG__92209.webp\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Burton Time Thief<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/4fVn8Mj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Evo<\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-secondary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FBurton-Ft%2BTime%2BThief%2B2027%2BSnowboard-775964%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"amplidsingular\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>AMPLID Singular Directional<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">559 \/ \u20ac679 \/ $679<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES: <\/b>144, 148, 151, 155, 156W, 158, 159W, 162, 166<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>6\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON: <\/b>No\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/AMPLID-Singular-Directional-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">AMPLID Singular Directional Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Amplid Singular Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0Year 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Amplid Singular Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">All-mountain boards don\u2019t exactly come in all shapes and sizes, for obvious reasons \u2013 but there\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The folk at Amplid don\u2019t just trumpet game-changing applications of miracle materials \u2013 they show their working. Case in point is their proprietary \u2018Viscodamp\u2019 system, which cancels out vibrations using polymers with specific attributes. It\u2019s nerdy stuff, but you can\u2019t argue with results. Same goes for the \u2018Bezier curve\u2019 sidecuts, which are applied instead of a true radius for more effective edge hold.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019s features are there for a reason \u2013 and it all adds up to a real beauty of an all-rounder.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Watch our review of the Amplid Singular:<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Andrew Duthie<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/000041-1-scaled.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cThe 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 \u2013 although I will say I still booted out when I cranked the carve super low. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But that\u2019s an issue that can almost only be fixed by specialist boards.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/singular-26-27.png\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Amplid Singular Directional<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amplid.com\/snowboarding\/snowboards\/singular\/270105#e30=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Amplid<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"t-bg-callout\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/reviews\/snowboards\/amplid-singular-2026-2027-snowboard-review.html\"><b>Read the in-depth review of the AMPLID SINGULAR here<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a name=\"capitamegadeath\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>CAPiTA Megadeath<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">$1199.95 \/ \u20ac1099 \/ \u00a31000<\/span><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES: <\/b>156, 157W 159, 161W, 162, 165W, 169W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX: <\/b>6.5\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE: <\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE: <\/b>CamRock<br \/>\n<b>3D: <\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE: <\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> No<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/CAPiTA-Megadeath-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">CAPiTA Megadeath Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><strong>Why We Chose the CAPiTA Megadeath Snowboard:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Who Is The CAPiTA Megadeath For?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Okay, so the name sounds a little gnarly, and for sure it\u2019s a snowboard geared towards advanced riders looking to push their limits. It\u2019s not a misnomer: turn up hungover, lazy or wanting a chill day and you\u2019ll get your ass kicked. Looks can sometimes be deceiving, but not here. No one should be looking at the Mega Death and thinking, \u201cOooh, yep, I\u2019ll practice my falling leaf on this hog\u201d. So be prepared to buckle in for the ride, because if you\u2019re looking for high-octane thrills, we think this is a rollercoaster you won\u2019t want to get off.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s no surprise that the Mega Death uses some seriously baller ingredients in its construction; the \u2018Mega\u2019 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\u2019ll 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\u2019s the Mega Death\u2019s playground.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Henry Jackson<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-25-at-11.20.18-AM.jpeg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cSnappy, 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\u2019re willing to push a little, but with the aggression dulled down to add to the ease of ride. Loved it\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Capita_Mega_Death_Snowboards_Black_White_Deck_Black_Base_500308-1-copy.webp\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">CAPiTA Megadeath<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/614WWZR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Evo<\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-secondary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FCAPiTA-Mega%2BDeath%2B2026%2BSnowboard-753332%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"romeviper\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Rome Viper<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <\/b>\u00a3479.99 \/ \u20ac549.95 \/ $569.95<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>Men\u2019s: 154, 156, 158, 160W, 162W \/ Women\u2019s: 142N, 146N, 150N<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>6\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>Yes<br \/>\n<b>BASE: Sintered<\/b><br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RomeViperSnowboard.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1080\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Rome Viper Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Rome Viper Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s the most accessible model in Rome\u2019s 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!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Who Is The Rome Viper For?<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Riders who prefer to pack one deck for everything rather than take their chances at the check-in desk. And with a men\u2019s and women\u2019s version available \u2013 ranging from a narrow 142 right up to a 162 wide \u2013 that means almost anyone. The friendlier flex keeps butters and lazy laps fun, yet there\u2019s ample backbone when you open the taps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Viper\u2019s 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Watch our review of the Rome Viper:<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Pat Nichols<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pat.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cBeautiful 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/2627_ROME_BOARD-RASTER_VIPER_158_TOP-1-scaled.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">ROME Viper<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/3nlAfwl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at evo<\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-secondary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FRome-Viper%2B2027%2BSnowboard-774793%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"t-bg-callout\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/reviews\/snowboards\/rome-viper-2026-2027-snowboard.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Read the in-depth review of the ROME VIPER here<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a name=\"bataleonstereo\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bataleon Stereo<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u20ac599.95 \/ $629.95<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>150, 152, 154, 156, 158, 153W, 156W, 159W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>4\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>True Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:<\/b> Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>Yes<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Bataleon-Stereo-Side-by-Side.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1080\"><\/h4>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Bataleon Stereo Snowbooard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Two of snowboarding\u2019s wildest talents \u2013 Ethan Morgan and Halld\u00f3r Helgason \u2013 helped shape this new deck. As you\u2019d expect, it\u2019s built to play \u2013 with an almost flat nose profile that defies the Triple Base norm.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Bataleon Stereo For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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 \u2013 an easy sell for anyone who splits their day between resort ripping and park laps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Stereo\u2019s 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\u2019s signature surfiness for a more traditional bite\u2013 but the Sidekick ensures you\u2019ll still enjoy fewer hang-ups. Medium camber underfoot keeps it lively and locked-in on hardpack, while their \u2018Core Core\u2019 is reinforced by carbon stringers for backbone and pop. The new \u2018HyCap\u2019 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\u2019re 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\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Watch our review of the Bataleon Stereo:<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Pat Nichols<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pat.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cA 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\u2019s a board that has your back \u2013 I\u2019d buy it and be stoked, so that\u2019s always a good sign!\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/2627_Bataleon_MensStereo_Top.jpeg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Bataleon Stereo<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/bataleon.com\/products\/bataleon-2627-stereo-mens-snowboard?variant=46350613774467\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Bataleon<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"armadabeatnik\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Armada Beatnik<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">529.99 \/ \u20ac579.95 \/ $579.95<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>150, 153, 156, 157W, 159, 161W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>7\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Armada-Beatnik-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Armada Beatnik Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Armada Beatnik Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Armada Beatnik Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This one is billed as a \u2018resort freestyle board\u2019, designed to turn the whole mountain into your playpark. That\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Thanks to bamboo stringers on their side of the bindings, every side hit becomes a potential launching pad to the moon. Plates made of \u2018titanal\u2019 (an aerospace-grade alloy) under the bindings soak up some of the energy when landing. You don\u2019t 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\u2019s all wrapped up in a versatile directional twin package that\u2019s truly at home in every part of the mountain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Kevin Frank<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/kevin-1.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThe 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!\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RW0000002_2_GHO_Beatnik.png.high-res-scaled.jpeg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Armada Beatnik<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/faGlX4D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Evo<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"gnubarrett\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Gnu Barrett Christy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">$599.99 \/ \u20ac599.99 \/ \u00a3539.99<\/span><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES: <\/b>146, 149, 152, 155<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>7\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>CamRock<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> No<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Gnu-Barret-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Gnu Barrett Christy Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><strong>Why We Chose The Gnu Barrett Snowboard:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You don\u2019t get to have a career as lauded as Barrett Christy\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Gnu Barrett For? <\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You gotta be able to roll with the big dogs if you want to take the Barrett for a spin. It\u2019s unashamedly aimed at experienced riders who aren\u2019t afraid to leave the safety of the beaten path for out-of-bounds adventures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Float in the nose, power in the tail- the Barrett\u2019s directional silhouette, tapered shape and setback stance lend themselves to aggressive riding in deeper snow and on the hardpack. Coupled with Gnu\u2019s ProMag technology, you\u2019ve got a beast that grips, rips and drives through the back leg for a locked-in feeling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Gnu certainly ain\u2019t 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\u2019ve got a lightning-quick snowboard that\u2019s responsive when you push it, stable on uncompromising terrain, reactive when split-second decisions need to be made and dependable across varying conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThis 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\u2026 The nose and tail held well. All around YES from me!\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/2026-2027-GNU-Snowboards-Barrett-Christy-Snowboard_2c6b7a45-a439-4684-97d0-a2d48a07928d.webp\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Gnu Barret Christy<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/a48nwe1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Evo<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"nitroalternator\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nitro Alternator<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u20ac<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">599.95 \/ $579.95<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>154, 157, 160, 162<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>8\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> No<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Nitro-Alternator-snowboard.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1080\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Nitro Alternator Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Nitro Alternator Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This one\u2019s been punching above its weight for a few years now, thanks to relatively simple design and construction that excels where it matters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Nitro Alternator Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As a true all-mountain option, it\u2019s hard to think of a rider who wouldn\u2019t 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Nitro Alternator is slightly wider in the nose than the tail, but not so much that you\u2019ll notice for the most part. That means more pow float, without a big trade-off in freestyle performance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Perhaps to compensate for that extra waist width, the core in the centre of the board is a little thinner, which \u2013 combined with the relatively mellow-flexing biax glass \u2013 makes it easier to twist than you might expect. There\u2019s 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\u2019s not entirely unforgiving.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Pat Nichols<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pat.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cOn groomers, this gripped \u2013 and on park jumps, it absolutely boosted! Rails and boxes were fun too, with enough flex to absolutely lock into a press. I didn\u2019t 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/alternator-61.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Nitro Alternator<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/3cqPgCl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at evo<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"drakegthree\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Drake G-Three\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <\/b>TBC<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>151W, 155W, 159W, 163W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>6\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE: <\/b>Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Hybrid Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D: <\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Drake-G-Three-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Drake G-Three Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Drake G-Three Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Drake\u2019s new \u2018Gifted\u2019 capsule collection of snowboards have all turned our head this year \u2013 but the G-Three has pulled away from the pack.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Drake G-Three Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We\u2019re 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\u2019d have to like wide boards, too \u2013 They\u2019re all pretty chunky, with the longest size classed as \u2018extra wide\u2019, thanks to its 279mm waist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019s 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\u2019s 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 \u2013 a perfect match for the medium flex. Also, setting it back just right for pow days is easy thanks to the myriad inserts.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Pat Nichols<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pat.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThis 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.<\/p>\n<p>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\u2019d be stoked to own this one!\u201d<br \/>\n<a name=\"thirtytwogemini\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>ThirtyTwo Gemini<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">$<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">529.95 \/ \u20ac455.09 \/ \u00a3396.43<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES: <\/b>140, 143, 146, 149, 152<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>4\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>True Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Hybrid Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE: <\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ThirtyTwo-Gemini-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">ThirtyTwo Gemini Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The ThirtyTwo Gemini Snowboard:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The ThirtyTwo Gemini For?\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019t super high and offers progression without punishment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ThirtyTwo aren\u2019t trying to reinvent the wheel here; they\u2019re throwing a tried-and-tested true twin silhouette, a hybrid camber bend and a lightweight dual wood core in a pan, saut\u00e9ing them with a blend of ThirtyTwo spices, and<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> serving up a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">sm\u00f6rg\u00e5sbord<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> of freest<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">yle fun.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019re 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cNo bells and whistles, simple and awesome. Great all-around snowboard to take in the park, mountain and jibbing around.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/2627-Gemini-Womens-000-T.27.SNW_.GEM-3-75.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">ThirtyTwo Gemini<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/thirtytwo.com\/products\/women-gemini\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at ThirtyTwo<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"yeshel\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>YES Hel Yes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <\/b>TBC<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>146, 149, 152, 155<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>7\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE: <\/b>Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE: <\/b>CamRock<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> No<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-center js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/YesHelYes2.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1080\"><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Why We Chose The YES Hel Yes Snowboard:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Name\u2019s on the tin with this one; I defy you to take a few laps on this and not be hooting and hollering.\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b>Who Is The YES Hel Yes For? <\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The beauty of the Hel Yes lies in its simplicity, and that\u2019s not to say it\u2019s a simple snowboard, but that the YES crew have taken basic concepts and executed them so well that it\u2019s 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\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThe all-time best board ever.\u201d<br \/>\n<a name=\"arborsin\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Arbor Sin Cara\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3477.99 \/ \u20ac549.99 \/ $519.95<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>146, 149, 152<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>5-6\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Arbor-SIN-CARA-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Arbor Sin Cara Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Sin Cara Snowboard<\/b><b>:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sin Cara borrows its name \u2013 Spanish for \u201cfaceless\u201d \u2013 for a minimal-looking black topsheet, but there\u2019s nothing anonymous about the performance \u2013 our test team loved it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Sin Cara For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Sin Cara\u2019s 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\u2019s Bio-Resin construction shrinks the environmental footprint.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cReally good on piste and pow. Love the all around basics\u2026 a go-to board.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where To Buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1-ARBOR_MANTRA_2025_STUDIO-copy-2-scaled.png\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Arbor Sin Cara<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/b7CVnOs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy at Evo<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"ridevantom\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Ride Vantom<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">465 \/ \u20ac550 \/ $580<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>145, 148, 151, 153, 155, 157, 159, 162, 166<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>6-7\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE: <\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RIDE-Vantum-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">RIDE Vantum Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Ride Vantum Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0The 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Ride Vantum Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Thanks to that size range, there\u2019s a Vantum for everyone \u2013 or at least everyone who prefers a \u2018quiver killer\u2019 to swapping out boards depending on the conditions. From its shape to its tech, the Ride Vantum has been built to handle it all \u2013 leaning slightly towards carving and freeride rather than freestyle, but only just.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0It\u2019s been roughly two decades since Ride boards started featuring urethane in their sidewalls. Now that stuff\u2019s 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\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Pat Nichols<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pat.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cOK, this is an amazing snowboard.\u00a0 The graphics are so sick, but they had me a little worried I was getting behind the wheel of a Lambo when I\u2019m usually driving a Civic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This thing absolutely rips; it\u2019s great on groomers, for pressing it\u2019s really snappy and you can sit right into the tail.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s damp and smooth at high speed. It also works in the park really well. If you\u2019re looking for one board to do it all this is a great option.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/VANTUM-62.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">RIDE Vantum<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/geaTR3v\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at evo<\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-secondary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FRide-Vantum%2B2027%2BSnowboard-779133%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"salomonhighpath\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Salomon Highpath\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <\/b>\u00a3530 \/ \u20ac600 \/ $699<br \/>\n<b>SIZES:<\/b>\u00a0146, 150, 353, 156, 159, 159W, 162, 162W, 165W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:<\/b> 8\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:<\/b>\u00a0Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:<\/b>\u00a0Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:<\/b>\u00a0No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:<\/b>\u00a0Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b>\u00a0No<\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Salomon-Highpath-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Salomon Highpath Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why we chose the Salomon Highpath Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<h4>Who is the Salomon Highpath for?<\/h4>\n<p>Conscientious consumers, obviously \u2013 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\u2019ll barely notice, the longitudinal stiffness requires a steady hand at the tiller.<\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><em>Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/em><br \/>\nRecycled 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.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, if recycling were all that mattered, then we\u2019d all be riding on soggy sheets of cardboard. Salomon\u2019s usual attention to detail is also on show here, from the milled-out and therefore lighter) Aspen wood core to the sintered bases\u2019 pristine, speed-ready finish. The end result isn\u2019t cheap, but it\u2019s good news for both you and the planet.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cThis board is a weapon. As soon as you\u2019re 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/L45434200_6_VIR_HIGHPATH-63.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Salomon Highpath<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/eZLB0FG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at evo<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"thirtytwopermanent\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">$<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">629.95 \/ \u20ac540.97 \/ \u00a3471.23<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES: <\/b>154, 156, 156W, 158, 159W, 161, 162W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:<\/b> 9\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE: <\/b>CamRock<br \/>\n<b>3D: <\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE: <\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ThirttyTwo-permanent-vacation-snowboard.jpg\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1080\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The ThirtyTwo <\/b><b>Permanent Vacation Carbon Snowboard<\/b><b>:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Permanent Vacation Carbon<\/span><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0All 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon For? <\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Novices need not apply (unless you\u2019ve 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\u2019s an opportunity to ride wherever, whenever and how fast you like. For the wrong rider, it\u2019s a ticket to the ER with a bruised ego of hematoma\u2019n proportions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This ain\u2019t a \u2018lay around on the beach slurping a Mai Tai\u2019 kinda vacay; this is mountain biking down Mont Blanc blindfolded- mega endorphins, massive thrills and a few skid marks here and there if you\u2019re not careful. Just kidding. Kinda.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Jokes aside, the real punchline here is the tour de force of engineering that\u2019s 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\u2019s 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Not as one-dimensional as some \u2018point and shoot\u2019 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Pat Nichols<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pat.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cAn 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.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/2627-Permanent-Vacation-Carbon-000-T.27.SNM_.PVC-3-74.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/thirtytwo.com\/products\/permanent-vacation-carbon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at ThirtyTwo<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/whitelinesapproveddivider.jpg\" width=\"1920\" height=\"400\"><br \/>\n<a name=\"nideckermegalight\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Nidecker Megalight<\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3749.99 \/ \u20ac799.95 \/ $869.95<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>152, 155, 158, 159W, 161, 164W, 168W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>8\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>Yes<br \/>\n<b>BASE: <\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> No<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Nidecker-Megalight-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Nidecker Megalight Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Nidecker Megalight Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Nidecker Megalight For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Deep-pocketed all-mountain riders who don\u2019t stress about the price; they just want \u2018the best\u2019. And the Megalight is certainly up there \u2013 a super technical quiver killer that\u2019s equally at home threading lines down the Bec de Rosses or blasting the groomers early doors. For a top-end model it\u2019s surprisingly fun \u2013 not too stiff \u2013 yet the harder you push it, the more it gives back.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nidecker\u2019s technical team have chucked the kitchen sink at this one. The Megalight pairs a directional shape with Surfy CamRock \u2013 regular camber underfoot with extended rocker at the nose \u2013 for grip that holds through fast, technical terrain. The 3D-milled core is designed to let you flex it precisely underfoot, while the \u2018Zero_G\u2019 nose swaps wood for forged carbon up front, shedding weight where it matters for effortless float. There\u2019s 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\u2019s trademark Orbital Cushioning tucks shock-absorbing urethane directly underfoot to smooth out the ride at warp speed \u2013 which is just as well, since the race-grade N-12000 Graphite base is eye-wateringly fast. Whether the 3D \u2018pow diffuser\u2019 at the tail really does much we\u2019re honestly not sure, but it looks cool as f**k.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Maria Kuzma<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maria-2.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cAn all around good board \u2013 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/202627-Megalight-No-Color-16-N.26.SNM_.MEG-5-56.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Nidecker Megalight<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FNidecker-Megalight%2B2027%2BSnowboard-754752%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n<a name=\"drakegtwo\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Drake G-Two<\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE: <\/b>TBC<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES: <\/b>153, 156, 159, 160W<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>7\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional Twin<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE: <\/b>Camber<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Drake-G-Two-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">Drake G-Two Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>Why We Chose The Drake G-Two Snowboard:<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Of Drake\u2019s new \u2018Gifted\u2019 series of snowboards, this is the one that didn\u2019t come to play. Get ready to feel way more than two G\u2019s as you attack the mountain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Drake G-Two Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Compared to its slightly mellower-flexing stablemate the G-Three, the G-Two is a bit more ready to charge. That\u2019s by no means the only card in its deck, but you can rest assured that it won\u2019t fold when you really want to point it down a groomer, or send it off a spine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Tech Talk<\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Part of the Drake G-Two\u2019s 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\u2019s not quite optimised for switch riding, it\u2019s still very much an option \u2013 and the trade-off is worth it. As you may have guessed by now, the profile is as classic a camber as you\u2019ll find \u2013 ideal for pinging off cliffs and gripping on corduroy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Ed Leigh<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/edleigh.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cWhile 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\u2019s very capable and has a competitive price point.\u201d<br \/>\n<a name=\"ridewarpig\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Ride Warpig<\/h2>\n<p><b>PRICE:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a3<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">495 \/ \u20ac585 \/ $600<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<b>SIZES:\u00a0<\/b>142, 148, 151, 154, 158<br \/>\n<b>FLEX:\u00a0<\/b>6\/10<br \/>\n<b>SHAPE:\u00a0<\/b>Directional<br \/>\n<b>PROFILE:\u00a0<\/b>Flat<br \/>\n<b>3D:\u00a0<\/b>No<br \/>\n<b>BASE:\u00a0<\/b>Sintered<br \/>\n<b>NEW FOR 26\/27 SEASON:<\/b> No<\/span><\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-article-body-figure c-article-body-figure--lg c-article-body-figure--align-none\">\n<div class=\"c-article-body-figure__image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--lg c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/RIDE-Warpig-Review.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"864\"><\/div><figcaption class=\"c-article-body-figure__caption\">RIDE Warpig Snowboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><b>Why We Chose The Ride Warpig Snowboard:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> If you\u2019ve 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Who Is The Ride Warpig Snowboard For?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You need to be prepared to try something a bit different. Not only is this wider and stubbier than standard fare (don\u2019t forget to downsize!), it\u2019s also pretty much completely flat. Still, once you get used to the Warpig\u2019s unique design, there\u2019s nowhere you can\u2019t take it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Tech Talk\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shape, profile, sidecut and construction materials<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are a few clever bits of tech at work here to make the Ride Warpig\u2019s 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. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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\u2019s more metal in the edges to make cracks less likely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-expert-quote\">\n<h2>Tester Verdict<\/h2>\n<h4>Andrew Duthie<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-article-body-image c-article-body-image--xs c-article-body-image--align-none js-lazyload\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/000041-1-scaled.jpg\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\">\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u201cI\u2019d 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\u2019s even more fun now.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As a taller rider with large feet, I\u2019ve always got a lot out of \u2018volume-shifted\u2019 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\u2019s worth it. It\u2019s 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\u2019s a breeze.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It certainly won\u2019t be another decade before I take one of these out again.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-product-wrap prli-prdt-theme prli-prdt-theme-prli-basic\">\n      <span class=\"prli-prdt-badge-text\">Where to buy<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-main-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image-wrap\">\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"prli-prdt-image-img\" src=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/WARPIG-90.jpg\" alt>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-detail-wrap\">\n<h2 class=\"prli-prdt-title\">Ride Warpig<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-description\">\n      <\/div>\n<div class=\"prli-prdt-btns\">\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-primary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/eDW53yp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at evo<\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"prli-prdt-secondary-button prli-prdt-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16989&amp;awinaffid=826301&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blue-tomato.com%2Fen-GB%2Fproduct%2FRide-Warpig%2B2027%2BSnowboard-779132%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now at Blue Tomato<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-copy\">\n<p><a class=\"c-btn c-btn--outline\" href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/?p=288267#index\">Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"endofpage\"><\/a><\/p>\n<ul class=\"aside-facts\">\n<li class=\"p3\">\n<h2><span class=\"s1\">How To Choose A Snowboard<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/before-you-buy\/stiff-vs-soft-snowboards-need.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stiff vs Soft Snowboards<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/before-you-buy\/how-to-choose-your-snowboard-size.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What Size Snowboard Do I Need?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/before-you-buy\/camber-rocker-snowboards-differences.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Camber vs Rocker<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/before-you-buy\/snowboard-shapes-explained.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Snowboard Shapes Explained<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/before-you-buy\/do-i-need-a-wide-snowboard.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Do You Need A Wide Snowboard?<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What To Look For When Buying An All-Mountain Snowboard<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Shape<\/strong><br \/>\nDirectional twins are often the shape of choice for all-mountain snowboards. For the most part, the board will feel and ride like a true twin and easily handle switch, but there will be some directional elements in its construction. This could be a slightly set back stance, elongated nose scoop, flex pattern, taper, etc. but never enough to make the board feel uni-directional.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Profile<\/strong><br \/>\nCamRock and Hybrid cambers seem to have claimed this territory for the majority of all-mountain boards, but there\u2019s still the odd sighting of a full camber, flat, or even rockered all-mountain snowboard in this year\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/the-whitelines-100\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Whitelines 100<\/a> \u2013 as well as this list.<\/p>\n<p>Camber provides grip, power and pop to the snowboard, making it very versatile on the piste and suited for faster, more aggressive riding. Rocker offers increased manoeuvrability, float in powder and forgiveness but can feel unstable at speed. It doesn\u2019t take a genius to work out why all-mountain snowboards tend to adopt a combination of the two.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Construction<\/strong><br \/>\nFlex ratings are a personal choice and largely down to the type of rider you are, and the type of terrain you\u2019ll be spending most of your time on. Generally, in this category range, flex ratings will sit somewhere between four and seven out of ten, striking a balance between playfulness and response. It\u2019s not uncommon to find these numbers creeping close to double digits on some all-mountain options, though.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cWe believe the following boards should be serious contenders for all-mountain shenanigans this season\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Of course, if you\u2019re planning on spending a lot more time in the park this season, or lining up some big backcountry lines, or maybe heading out to Japan for the first time, you may be in the market for a more specific tool for the job. If so, check out our rundown of the <a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/reviews\/best-buys\/best-park-and-freestyle-snowboards.html\">best freestyle snowboards<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/whitelines.com\/snowboard-gear\/reviews\/best-buys\/best-freeride-snowboards.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best freeride snowboards<\/a> instead.<\/p>\n<p>As with any purchase of new season snowboard gear, the choice is very subjective. But whatever your ability, budget, gender or feelings towards things that are gold and glitter, we believe the following boards should be serious contenders for all-mountain shenanigans this season. And hey, if in doubt, just pick your favourite graphic (please don\u2019t).<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is the best all-mountain snowboard? Is there even such a thing as one snowboard that can do it all? The debate goes on and remains snowboarding\u2019s most contentious battleground. 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