GENTEMSTICK · XY
XY
- Colour
- Grey · Black
- Design
- Simple solid
- Sizes
- 157 cm
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23/24 · 22/23 · 21/22 · 20/21 · 19/20 · 18/19 season review
This review does not directly cover the 26/27 model you are viewing. Specifications and ride feel may vary by season.
A powder board that puts directional camber on a tapered directional shape. Base glide rates a top-tier 5/5 and it excels in deep snow, with fast edge transitions for its tapered width.
On the other hand, groomer edge hold is weak and the tail washes if you don't keep weight on the front foot. It's for advanced riders who give up groomers and focus on powder.
A closer look
These descriptions and scores are linked to this review. They may differ from manufacturer specifications.
Board profile
The profile describes the curve of the board when viewed from the side.
Directional camber
A powder-specialised shape laying directional camber onto a tapered directional. Stance width options are broad for a Gentemstick model, and edge transitions are quick relative to the taper width.
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
A medium to upper-medium flex. It's tuned for driving through deep snow, and unless you keep weight on the front foot through the turn the tail washes out.
Terrain suggested in the review
Rider levels suggested in the review
Advanced
A directional powder board premised on front-foot weighting technique. For advanced to expert riders who prioritise powder rather than expecting groomer performance.
What the review liked
- ✓Excellent in deep snow (powder 4/5)
- ✓Top-tier base glide (5/5)
- ✓A relatively wide range of stance widths for a Gentemstick
- ✓Fast edge transitions for its tapered width
What the review found lacking
- —Insufficient edge hold — particularly on groomed slopes (carving 2.5/5)
- —The tail washes if you don't keep weight on the front foot
- —The directional design makes switch riding weak
- —Expensive at $945
