GENTEMSTICK · BARRACUDA HIGH PERFORMANCE
BARRACUDA HIGH PERFORMANCE
- Colour
- Wood
- Design
- Simple solid
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23/24 · 22/23 · 21/22 · 20/21 · 19/20 season review
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A high-performance version of the standard Barracuda with a narrower waist. It balances powder float against groomer versatility well and glides excellently, but riders with big boots are better off with the standard-width model.
A closer look
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Board profile
The profile describes the curve of the board when viewed from the side.
Hybrid camber
A hybrid construction combining traditional camber with early rise. It's a narrower version than the standard BARRACUDA, so you need to size it properly to get the same float. The large nose and tapered design are kept as they are.
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
Medium-stiff at 8 out of 10. A lively, energetic flex makes pressing the tail for butters easy.
Terrain suggested in the review
Rider levels suggested in the review
Advanced
For advanced to expert riders. It targets riders whose aim is powder and alternative freeriding.
What the review liked
- ✓The large nose and tapered design give it excellent float in deep powder
- ✓Good base glide makes traverses efficient
- ✓Directional and setback, yet it accommodates a range of riding styles
- ✓Responsive edge hold and good turn initiation on hardpack
What the review found lacking
- —The directional design limits switch performance
- —Performance drops off on broken-up, bumpy snow
- —Not intended for continuous high-speed charging, and the base chatters as speed builds
- —Narrower than the standard model, so US 11 boots and above are better on the standard width
