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25/26 season review
The successor to the Hyper, an all-mountain board that combines user-friendliness with stability through a C2X camber profile and carbon stringers. It accommodates a broad range from beginner-intermediates to advanced riders, delivering respectable performance across powder, carving and freestyle terrain.
It suits riders who want to enjoy varied conditions comfortably rather than very high-speed carving or advanced park tricks.
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.
Hybrid rocker
A GNU C2X camber profile: traditional camber underfoot, an aggressive reverse-camber zone between the feet, and a touch of rocker at the nose and tail — a hybrid construction.
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
A medium flex with a directional character — the nose is slightly more flexible than the tail. Added carbon stringers raise stiffness over the previous model (Hyper), and the overall feel is organic and smooth rather than strongly snappy.
Terrain suggested in the review
Rider levels suggested in the review
New · Intermediate · Advanced
Riders of every level, from beginner to advanced, can enjoy it. Stiffness is improved over the previous Hyper so heavier riders can ride it without trouble, and its user-friendly character makes it easy for beginners to approach.
What the review liked
- ✓The C2X profile gives it excellent steering and easy turn entry and exit
- ✓Added carbon stringers improve stability and edge hold over the previous model
- ✓All-mountain versatility usable across varied snow conditions and terrain
- ✓Buttering and ollie pop are provided at a level sufficient for its target riders
- ✓Excellent vibration and chatter absorption provides a smooth riding experience
What the review found lacking
- —Less snap and pop than a full camber board, limiting advanced tricks
- —The tail requires somewhat more effort than the nose when buttering
- —A top-speed limit in carving makes it unsuitable for high-speed carving
25/26 season review
The successor to the Hyper, an all-mountain board that combines user-friendliness with stability through a C2X camber profile and carbon stringers. It accommodates a broad range from beginner-intermediates to advanced riders, delivering respectable performance across powder, carving and freestyle terrain.
It suits riders who want to enjoy varied conditions comfortably rather than very high-speed carving or advanced park tricks.
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.
Hybrid rocker
A GNU C2X camber profile: traditional camber underfoot, an aggressive reverse-camber zone between the feet, and a touch of rocker at the nose and tail — a hybrid construction.
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
A medium flex with a directional character — the nose is slightly more flexible than the tail. Added carbon stringers raise stiffness over the previous model (Hyper), and the overall feel is organic and smooth rather than strongly snappy.
Terrain suggested in the review
Rider levels suggested in the review
New · Intermediate · Advanced
Riders of every level, from beginner to advanced, can enjoy it. Stiffness is improved over the previous Hyper so heavier riders can ride it without trouble, and its user-friendly character makes it easy for beginners to approach.
What the review liked
- ✓The C2X profile gives it excellent steering and easy turn entry and exit
- ✓Added carbon stringers improve stability and edge hold over the previous model
- ✓All-mountain versatility usable across varied snow conditions and terrain
- ✓Buttering and ollie pop are provided at a level sufficient for its target riders
- ✓Excellent vibration and chatter absorption provides a smooth riding experience
What the review found lacking
- —Less snap and pop than a full camber board, limiting advanced tricks
- —The tail requires somewhat more effort than the nose when buttering
- —A top-speed limit in carving makes it unsuitable for high-speed carving
