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2027 Lib Tech Glider Snowboard
The 2027 Lib Tech Glider is a fun, easy-riding do-everything snowboard that lives up to its name. Built around Lib Tech's award-winning Original Banana rocker/camber contour, the Glider delivers a confidence-inspiring blend of float, carve, and freestyle progression. Banana Tech and Magne-Traction® work together to create a playful ride with dependable edge control, making it an excellent choice for riders looking to progress their skills across the entire mountain. From first turns to full-time riding, the Glider offers a forgiving and versatile platform built to make every day on snow more fun.
Who is this board best for?
Beginner to intermediate riders looking for an easy-riding twin snowboard that promotes progression, builds confidence, and performs well everywhere from groomers and side hits to freestyle laps and powder days.
What's New?
For 2027, the Glider features new mildly wider widths designed to accommodate more riders while maintaining its playful feel, easy-turning performance, and progression-friendly ride characteristics.
Summary
| Ability | Beginner – Intermediate |
| Rider Type | All-Mountain Freestyle / All-Mountain |
| Camber Profile | Original Banana Hybrid |
| Flex | 5/10 - Medium |
| Shape | True Twin |
| Core | 75% Aspen / 25% Paulownia |
| Laminates | Tri-Ax / Bi-Ax Fiber |
| Base | Eco Sublimated TNT Base |
| Binding Mount | 2x4 Inserts |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
Camber Profile
- Original Banana Hybrid: Lib Tech's original rocker/camber hybrid contour combines mild rocker between the feet with mild camber toward the tips and tails. The central rocker adds easy turning, float, and maneuverability, while the camber zones provide pop, stability, and control.
Flex
- 5/10 Flex: A balanced medium flex that keeps the Glider playful and approachable while providing enough support for confident all-mountain and freestyle progression.
Shape
- True Twin: A symmetrical shape designed for balanced performance in either direction, making it ideal for freestyle progression, switch riding, and versatile all-mountain use.
- Mildly Wider Widths: Updated widths accommodate a broader range of boot sizes while maintaining the Glider's playful, easy-turning ride.
Core
- Original Power Construction [OP]: Lib Tech's lightweight, strong, and environmentally conscious construction is designed for dependable everyday performance.
- 75% Aspen / 25% Paulownia Core: A lightweight wood core that combines Aspen and Paulownia for a lively, responsive ride with reduced weight.
Laminates
- Tri-Ax / Bi-Ax Fiber: A combination of triaxial and biaxial fiberglass provides strength, response, and a balanced flex for versatile all-mountain and freestyle riding.
Base
- Eco Sublimated TNT Base: A fast, durable, and low-maintenance base that accepts wax easily and is built to stand up to regular use.
Additional Features
- Magne-Traction®: Seven strategically located edge serrations provide dependable edge hold and control across hardpack, ice, and variable conditions.
- Birch Internal Sidewalls: Internal birch reinforcement adds strength and durability to the board's sidewall construction.
- UHMW Sintered Sidewalls: Durable UHMW sidewalls provide impact resistance and long-lasting performance.
- UHMW Tip / Tail Impact Deflection: Reinforcement at the tip and tail helps protect the board against impacts.
- Eco Sublimated Poly Top: A strong, lightweight, impact-resistant topsheet finished using an environmentally conscious sublimation process.
- Mervin Made: Handcrafted at the Mervin factory in Washington, USA with zero hazardous waste.
Binding Compatibility
- 2x4 Inserts: Standard 2x4 inserts provide broad binding compatibility.
Size Chart
| Size (cm) | Effective Edge (mm) | Tip / Waist / Tail (mm) | Sidecut Radius (m) | Setback (in) | Stance Range (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 | 1030 | 272 / 238 / 272 | 7.6 | 0 | 17.25 - 22 |
| 143 | 1060 | 280 / 243 / 280 | 7.8 | 0 | 17.25 - 22 |
| 145W | 1090 | 288 / 253 / 288 | 7.8 | 0 | 18.5 - 23.5 |
| 147 | 1110 | 284 / 245 / 284 | 8 | 0 | 18.5 - 23.5 |
| 149W | 1120 | 293 / 255 / 293 | 8 | 0 | 18.5 - 23.5 |
| 151 | 1140 | 287 / 248 / 287 | 8 | 0 | 18.5 - 23.5 |
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