DONEK · B-1s
B-1s
- Colour
- White · Black
- Design
- Simple solid
- Sizes
- 154 · 159 · 163 · 167 cm
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18/19 season review
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A racing-specialised deck from Donek Snowboards that delivers outstanding carving and high-speed performance through a large sidecut and high stiffness. The stiffest 167 wide model recorded 45.9 mph, and its damping performance on jump landings is excellent too, making it usable across the range from racing beginners to advanced riders.
Because it's stiff, though, choosing a model matched to your build and skill level matters.
A closer look
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Board profile
The profile describes the curve of the board when viewed from the side.
Camber
A World Cup racing-level camber construction with a traditional camber profile that provides strong edge hold and high-speed stability.
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
The stiffest model based on the 167 wide, suited to riders of roughly 90kg and up; smaller riders are better served by a lower-stiffness model.
Terrain suggested in the review
Rider levels suggested in the review
Advanced
Its very high stiffness means you must choose the right model for your weight and build; specialised for high-speed carving and racing, it suits experienced riders. Novice racers can use it too if they pick the appropriate model.
What the review liked
- ✓The large sidecut radius allows aggressive carving with little effort
- ✓Excellent high-speed stability, reaching 45.9 mph on flat slopes and 65–70 mph on boardercross courses
- ✓Excellent damping absorbs jump landing impact smoothly
- ✓It boasts the high durability characteristic of the Donek brand
What the review found lacking
- —Its very high stiffness can make it hard to handle for lighter riders or beginner-to-intermediate riders
- —It may not deliver its best performance without adequate waxing
