Get ready to fly! Our snowboard reviews are designed to help you weigh tradeoffs to find the best fit. We collaborate with riders and gear experts to review each snowboard based on carving (how well the board turns on its edge and slices through the snow without skidding), speed (how easy it is to go fast), and switch (the ability to ride with either foot forward). We update our rankings weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
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The Burton FEELGOOD Flying V Snowboard features the Super Fly II 700G Core that provides a lightweight and poppy ride, while the Frostbite Edges offer enhanced edge hold and a smooth, buttery feel. The Twin Flex design ensures a balanced ride that's equally versatile regular or switch, making it ideal for freestyle and freeride.
The Burton Yeasayer Snowboard features a Flat Top bend with Easy Bevel that provides a smooth and catch-free ride, making it easy to learn and progress. The True Twin shape and flex allow for effortless spinning and switching, while the Women's-specific layup ensures a balance of power and response.
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.
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.
Lauren Sauser
The GNU Chromatic Snowboard is a versatile all-mountain board that features an Original Banana rocker/camber hybrid profile and Magne-Traction technology that deliver a smooth, playful ride with exceptional edge hold and control. The directional shape ensures a stable and powerful ride, while the advanced geometries and eye-catching artwork add a touch of style.
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.
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.
Ross Buchanan
The Ride Compact Snowboard is a versatile all-mountain board designed with a standard camber profile that delivers a responsive and poppy ride, while the long, rockered nose provides excellent float and effortless turn initiation. The Quadratic Sidecut enhances edge grip and turn performance, making it easy to carve turns and maneuver through any terrain. Slimewalls absorb vibrations and impacts, providing a smoother and more comfortable ride.
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.
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.
Ross Buchanan
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.
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.
Lauren Sauser
The Rome SDS Heist snowboard features a new shape, stiffer flex, and a faster base. It delivers a snappier and more powerful ride without sacrificing its balanced all-mountain capabilities. The Fusion Camber with Double Kick rocker and Bamboo Omega HotRods provide pop and response, while the SinterStrong sintered base ensures lightning-fast glide. The Heist's True Twin design offers symmetrical specs for switch riding, making it the perfect choice for riders seeking a versatile and high-performance board.
This board feels stiff but poppy. It’s a great choice for locking into groomers, park transitions, and the left-overs from the last storm that blew through. The true twin shape is perfect for ripping switch around the resort and feeling locked in.
Lauren Sauser
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 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 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.
The Burton Lipstick Snowboard has Pro-Tip shaping to make it easy to spin and maneuver, while the progressive Super Fly II core delivers a responsive and poppy ride. The Channel Mounting System provides a wide range of stance options, ensuring a customized fit for every rider.
The Rome SDS LoFi Rocker Snowboard features a rocker/flat/rocker profile and upturned nose and tail make it easy to maneuver and float through powder, while the relatively stiff flex provides a responsive and powerful ride. The Pop Core Matrix allows riders to have lightness, response, and strength when taking on the mountain.
The Nidecker Score Snowboard has a directional twin shape allowing for a smooth transition between riding regular and switch, making it ideal for freestyle and freeride. The CamRock profile, blending camber and rocker, provides a playful and responsive ride, while the Absorbnid topsheet reduces vibrations for a smoother and more comfortable experience.
The Roxy XOXO Pro Snowboard is a high-performance board designed with new Carbon Power Strips, integrated into the C3 camber dominant contour, delivering explosive pop and enhanced response. The XOXO also features Mervin Made construction that ensures durability and sustainability.
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 K2 First Lite Snowboard is designed with a directional twin shape and Catch-Free Tune technology that provides a forgiving and balanced ride, allowing riders to progress quickly and confidently. The Rocker Profile with Catch Free Tune makes turn initiation and release effortless, reducing the risk of falls and increasing time on the mountain.
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 K2 Luna Snowboard is a versatile board with Camber Baseline technology that provides a balance of pop and stability, while the Dual Progressive shaping ensures a smooth and playful ride. The Rhythm core, combining three types of wood, reduces weight and improves turn initiation. The 2000 Extruded base delivers a fast, smooth, and durable ride.