Best Directional Snowboards

The Lib Tech T. Rice Orca Snowboard is a versatile all-mountain board designed for advanced riders seeking a blend of freestyle and freeride performance. Built with Travis Rice's input, the Orca features a directional shape with a floaty nose for powder days and a powerful tail with "Whale Tail Technology" for maximizing pop and stability. The tight 7-meter radius sidecut ensures trench-carving precision on hardpack, while the wide body allows for comfortable riding and effortless maneuvering.

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A rare and advanced piece of snowboarding progression from Lib Tech. It’s a wide, directional snowboard designed for power. Riding low-angle powder is a blast thanks to all the added buoyancy underfoot—in spite of the fact this this board was built for the steepest, deepest runs on earth. I wouldn’t recommend it for beginners, but it’s a great tool for bridging the gap into more advanced, all-terrain snowboarding when a rider is ready to challenge themselves.

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Ross Buchanan

The Ride WarPig features a Slim Wall construction with a fully 3-D composite structure over Slimewall® material. The shape has won multiple snowboarding tests, demonstrating its performance in both all-mountain and freestyle categories. The Tapered Bi-Radial Sidecut maximizes grip and allows for easy transitions, while the Performance Core delivers a balance of strength and lightness. The WarPig excels in carving, jumping, and big mountain lines, making it a top choice for riders looking to conquer any terrain.

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This board is built wide and powerful, with snappy turns and satisfying ollies for its size. The WarPig’s directional build and bamboo core provides lots of bouyancy on a pow day. It’s been one of the most popular new shapes over the last five winters with good reason—but I personally would leave it in the quiver until the snow is deep.

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Ross Buchanan

The Nitro Drop snowboard is an all-mountain snowboard designed for effortless float and precise control. With its directional pow shape, Cam-Out profile, and Powerlite Core, the Drop delivers pop and lightning-fast rides. Its forgiving turn initiation and edge hold inspire confidence while the Dual Degressive Sidecut provides a loose and playful feel. The Sintered EcoSpeed HD Base offers speed and durability and the Powerpods extend the board width under the bindings for better edge control and reduced drag.

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The Nitro drop is all-around fun in a speedy package. I like the directional twin shape in powder and on groomers, but it still feels locked in riding switch. Really lightweight, good for floating to any corner of the mountain.

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Lauren Sauser

The Jones Hovercraft snowboard is a powder board that is reworked with a triple-density Classic Core, offers improved torsional response and lightning-quick responsiveness in technical terrain. The beveled Spoon 4.0 nose and swallow-tail Speed Channel design make it ideal for riding big mountain lines or navigating tight trees. The Hovercraft's compact profile packs power and stability into a board that defies expectations, proving that a powder board doesn't have to be long to float effortlessly.

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I’d only climb onto the Hovercraft for powder days, but it’s a stable ride for just about anything. The bamboo topsheet and distinctive, directional shape help it stand out in the lift line or on the skin track.

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Ross Buchanan

The Jones Flagship snowboard is the ultimate freeride snowboard. Engineered with a tapered directional shape, this board excels in powder, carving, and technical terrain. Its construction, featuring sustainable materials like flax/basalt power stringers and bio resin, delivers a responsive and durable ride. The Flagship's Float Pack allows for a super setback stance in deep snow, while the oversized recycled edges and Forever Flex technology ensure long-lasting performance. With its factory-tuned edges and WEND natural wax, the Flagship is ready to shred straight out of the shop.

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This board will float through the deep stuff or rip mid conditions all day long. It’s stiff, stable, and a sweet set up for riders growing into the more aggressive or off-piste areas of the mountain. I love to ride a big board for low angle powder and the Flagship is versatile enough to handle it all.

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Lauren Sauser

The Rome SDS Ravine snowboard is a playful all-mountain board that excels in both powder and groomed terrain. With its Directional Diamond 3D nose, tapered shape, and Free-the-Ride Camber, the Ravine delivers exceptional floatation, maneuverability, and stability. The Carbon HotRods and Directional Double HotRods provide added responsiveness and pop. Whether you're carving turns or busting tricks, this board offers a fun and exciting ride. Available in both men's and women's models, the Ravine is perfect for riders seeking a reliable and versatile one-board.

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This directional board is built around a large, powerful front end that helps it charge around the hill on a pow day. It’s width makes it a bit less responsive on hard pack (especially if your feet are small for the board) but if you’re comfortable throwing your weight around, you’re gonna love the extra size. It’s got pop in the pow—but I wouldn’t ride it in the park.

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Ross Buchanan

The Arbor Foundation snowboard is built to help riders level up with confidence and ease. Designed for all-mountain progression, it’s the perfect board for beginners and developing riders looking for a smooth, forgiving ride. Featuring Arbor’s System Rocker design, it offers effortless control, a catch-free feel, and reliable stability—ideal for mastering turns and exploring the entire resort. Packed with performance at an unbeatable value, the Foundation is your go-to board for learning and growing on snow.

The Salomon Lotus Snowboard is a forgiving and versatile all-mountain board, perfect for beginner and intermediate riders. Its directional twin shape and Bite Free Edges make it easy to learn and control, while the soft flex ensures a smooth and playful ride. The Flat Out Camber profile offers maximum stability and response underfoot. This design helps riders maintain control at higher speeds while providing a solid platform for linking turns. The Lotus is a great choice for riders looking to progress their skills and have fun on the mountain.

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This all-mountain board provides lightweight flexibility and a stable, flat profile for beginners. It’s a good match for riders who are starting to unlock their creativity and confidence on the mountain, and moving from green runs to more challenging areas of the resort. Its responsiveness makes it a big departure from the stiff, heavy boards in the rental shop.

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Lauren Sauser

The Burton Feelgood Snowboard is a classic all-mountain board. With its traditional camber, Super Fly II™ 700G Core, and Carbon I-Beam reinforcement, the Feelgood delivers a smooth ride in all conditions. Its twin flex and directional shape provide versatility and control, while the Frostbite Edges offer added bite when needed. The Feelgood is the perfect choice for riders seeking a reliable and enjoyable board who are all-mountain enthusiasts.

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A classic all-mountain snowboard from the very experienced folks at Burton, the Feelgood is perfectly symmetrical and ideal for riding both ways. It’s a park board, a pipe board, a resort board, and (when set back slightly) a pow board. It’s stiff, responsive, and built to last.

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Ross Buchanan

The GNU Antigravity Snowboard is built with a sustainable wood core, Magne-Traction serrated edges for superior edge hold, and an eco-sublimated low-maintenance base. With a modern shape and proven geometry, the Antigravity blends high-performance tech with radical style, quality, and value—perfect for riders who want to rip everything without overthinking it.

The Kemper Freestyle snowboard is built with a hybrid camber profile, that delivers strong edge control for carving while staying catch-free for stomping tricks with confidence. Its medium-stiff flex strikes the perfect balance between stability at speed and responsive maneuverability, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced riders.

The Burton Feather Snowboard offers a smooth, stable, and forgiving ride for all-mountain exploration. Its Flat Top™ profile provides a stable platform underfoot with a catch-free feel, making it easy to maneuver through any terrain. The Extruded Base offers a durable and low-maintenance surface that delivers consistent speed and pop.

The Burton Chopper is a beginner-friendly snowboard designed for riders of all ages. Its Twin Shape and Flat Top Bend offer a balanced and stable ride, making it easy to learn and progress. The Easy Bevel technology provides a super soft flex and a convex base, resulting in a forgiving and catch-free ride.

The Burton Custom Flying V Snowboard bend combines camber and rocker, creating a lively ride that delivers focused edge control, enhanced pop, and powerful turns. The lightweight Super Fly 700G Core maximizes pop and reduces overall weight, ensuring the rider stays nimble and agile on the slopes.

The Nitro Fate Snowboard has a Directional Twin Shape, which is versatile and can be ridden as a regular or a switch. The slightly longer nose provides excellent float in deep snow, while the Bi-Lite Laminates deliver a powerful and responsive ride. The Fate also features a Reflex Core Profile, which improves handling and allows the rider to steer the board with ease.

The Roxy Ally Snowboard is a playful and forgiving ride, perfect for riders of all levels. The Original Banana profile, with its combination of rocker and camber, provides a smooth and effortless ride, making it easy to turn, float, and jib.The Co-Extruded Base offers a durable and low-maintenance surface, while the UHMW Sidewalls provide added strength and durability.

The Never Summer Harpoon is a versatile and high-performance snowboard designed with a unique volume-shifted shape, Rocker Camber profile, with effortless float in powder and quick edge-to-edge transitions on hardpack. The 13mm of taper allows for easy turns and playful maneuvers, while the durable construction ensures a long-lasting and reliable performance. Whether you're charging through powder, slashing through trees, or hitting the park, the Never Summer Harpoon is a great choice for riders who want to have fun and push their limits.

The Never Summer Infinity Snowboard is a versatile all-mountain board that excels in a variety of conditions. The Carbon VXR Laminate Technology delivers powerful and responsive performance, while the Rocker Camber Profile offers a smooth and forgiving ride. The slightly set-back stance ensures optimal balance and control.