AMPLID · UNW8
UNW8
- Colour
- Black · White
- Design
- Simple solid
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12/13 season review
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A traditional camber board that achieves extreme low weight through Hexo2 honeycomb technology, with carbon VOP stringers delivering top-tier pop and snap. It works across hardpack, pipe and backcountry terrain, but its high responsiveness and demanding flex mean it's recommended for expert riders only.
A closer look
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Board profile
The profile describes the curve of the board when viewed from the side.
Camber
A traditional camber profile adopted to deliver maximum snap, pop and edge precision, with Carbon VOP stringers inserted in the nose and tail areas to maximise pop and snap performance.
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
A very snappy, highly responsive flex with a character that doesn't forgive mistakes. It's stiffer than typical hard flexes, optimised for edge precision and pop.
Terrain suggested in the review
Rider levels suggested in the review
Advanced
Traditional camber makes it unforgiving of mistakes — a board designed for expert pipe riders and experienced all-mountain riders.
What the review liked
- ✓An ultralight design that dramatically cuts swing weight and overall weight via the Hexo2 honeycomb structure
- ✓Carbon VOP stringers provide excellent pop and snap
- ✓Excellent edge precision from the traditional camber, with outstanding edge control on hardpack and corduroy
- ✓Sufficient nose volume secures float in the backcountry
What the review found lacking
- —Traditional camber is unforgiving of mistakes, making it unsuitable for beginners and intermediates
- —The reduced insert pattern may limit binding setup options
