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2027 Arbor A-Frame Snowboard
The 2027 Arbor A-Frame blends surf-inspired design with powerful all-mountain and freeride performance. Built around a directional shape and Parabolic Camber profile, the A-Frame delivers precise edge control, powerful carving performance, and confident float in deeper snow. Its progressive dual-radius sidecut promotes smooth, flowing turns, while RWD Carbon A-Frame + Basalt Diagonals place carbon reinforcement in the tail for rebound and torsional drive and basalt in the nose for added control with a smoother, dampened feel. Purpose-built for riders who prioritize speed, precision, and powerful turns, the A-Frame is equally at home laying down carves on groomers or seeking out soft snow and powder.
Who is this board best for?
Intermediate to expertriders looking for a powerful directional snowboard that combines aggressive carving performance, strong response, and confident all-mountain and powder capability.
Summary
| Ability | Intermediate – Expert |
| Rider Type | All-Mountain / Freeride / Powder |
| Camber Profile | Parabolic Camber |
| Flex | Stiff 7–8/10 |
| Shape | Directional |
| Core | Highland III Core |
| Laminates | Mixed Glassing + RWD Carbon A-Frame + Basalt Diagonals |
| Base | Sintered Base |
| Binding Mount | 2x4 14-Pack Inserts |
| Warranty | 3-Year Warranty |
Camber Profile
- Parabolic Camber: A parabolic profile with five blended radii allows the leading and trailing edges to engage and release more smoothly, enhancing flow and control through turns.
Flex
- Stiff Flex – 7–8/10: A powerful, responsive flex provides the support and stability needed for aggressive carving, high-speed riding, and demanding all-mountain terrain.
Shape
- Directional: A directional shape is designed for powerful carving, confident freeride performance, and float in deeper snow.
- Progressive Dual-Radius Sidecut: Progressive sidecut shaping promotes smooth turn initiation and a flowing, surf-inspired feel through the entire turn.
Core
- Highland III Core: A 5/20 blend of Poplar and Paulownia uses Arbor's highest ratio of Paulownia to Poplar for reduced weight and higher performance.
Laminates
- Mixed Glassing: A triax-over-biax fiberglass layup provides versatile performance across powder, backcountry terrain, groomers, jumps, and more.
- RWD Carbon A-Frame + Basalt Diagonals: Diagonal carbon fiber in the tail increases rebound and torsional drive, while basalt fiber in the nose adds control with a smoother, more dampened feel.
Base
- Sintered Base: A higher molecular weight sintered base provides increased durability and speed.
Additional Features
- Real Wood Powerply: Sustainably sourced wood and bamboo veneer topsheets use natural fibers to contribute power, strength, longevity, and a unique aesthetic.
- 360° Fully Wrapped Sidewalls: Fully wrapped sidewalls eliminate the need for tip fill while tying the entire snowboard together for tight tolerances, durability, and improved board life.
- Bio-Plastic Topsheet: A durable, water-repellent topsheet made from castor bean oil helps reduce the use of petroleum-based plastics.
- Bio-Resin: A lower-impact alternative to traditional petroleum-based resin reduces the material's carbon footprint by up to 40% without compromising performance or usability.
- Factory Tuned: Tip and tail contact points are detuned at the factory for a catch-free ride.
- 100% Solar: Manufactured at SWS Sports Board Technology in a facility powered by 100% solar energy.
Binding Compatibility
- 2x4 14-Pack Inserts: A 14-pack 2x4 insert pattern provides broad binding compatibility and multiple stance adjustment options.
Size Chart
| Size (cm) | Effective Edge (cm) | Tip / Waist / Tail (cm) | Sidecut Radius (m) | Tip / Tail Length (cm) | Taper (cm) | Setback (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | 115.5 | 31.6 / 26.3 / 29.6 | 7.5 / 6.5 | 36.0 / 17.0 | 2 | 3 |
| 162 | 119.1 | 31.9 / 26.5 / 29.9 | 7.7 / 6.7 | 36.2 / 17.2 | 2 | 3 |
| 166 | 122.7 | 32.3 / 26.7 / 30.3 | 7.9 / 6.9 | 36.4 / 17.4 | 2 | 3 |
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