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2026 GNU Riders Choice Asym C2X Snowboard
The 2026 GNU Riders Choice Asym C2X is a freestyle all-mountain powerhouse built by riders, for riders. Featuring 3-D Delightwood Asym Chip construction on a proven asym twin platform, this board channels energy directly to your edges for explosive pop, precision carving, and powerful takeoffs. The C2X Hybrid contour blends aggressive camber with a shorter, more powerful banana rocker for pop, float, and end-to-end stability, while slightly wider widths rail turns and boost control. Laminated with carbon power bands and built in an eco-minded Mervin construction, the Riders Choice is engineered to blast, last, and elevate your riding everywhere on the mountain.
Who is this board best for?
Intermediate to expert riders looking for a poppy, powerful asym twin that dominates park laps, side hits, and aggressive all-mountain lines.
Summary
| Ability | Intermediate – Expert |
| Rider Type | All-Mountain Freestyle / All-Mountain |
| Camber Profile | C2X Hybrid |
| Flex | Medium |
| Shape | Asym Twin |
| Sidecut | Magne-Traction® |
| Core | G Lite 3 – Aspen / Paulownia |
| Laminates | Triax / Biax Fiberglass + Carbon Power Bands |
| Base | Sintered Knife-Cut |
| Binding Mount | 2x4 |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
Camber Profile
- Hybrid C2X – A shorter, more aggressive banana rocker between the feet combined with camber zones underfoot. Delivers powerful pop, precision carving, strong edge hold on ice, and reliable float in powder with end-to-end stability.
Flex
- Medium – Balanced and responsive for riders who want freestyle playfulness with dependable all-mountain control.
Shape
- Asym Twin – Asymmetrical geometry balances heel and toe edge performance for more intuitive carving and improved control.
- Asym Sidecut & Contact Lengths – Deeper heel-side sidecut with longer toe-side contact and shorter heel-side contact for added power and finesse.
- 3-D Delightwood Asym Chip – Elevated power platforms distribute energy directly to the edges for increased pop and performance.
Sidecut
- Magne-Traction® – Seven strategically placed serrations create powerful edge hold and control in firm and icy conditions.
Core
- G Lite 3 FCS Certified Aspen + Paulownia Core – Lightweight, strong, and poppy with smooth energy transfer and durability.
Laminates
- Triaxial / Biaxial Fiberglass – Combined weaves enhance torsional strength and snap while maintaining predictable flex.
- Carbon Power Bands – Targeted carbon reinforcement adds pop, response, and high-speed stability without unnecessary weight.
Base
- Sintered Knife-Cut Base – Fast, durable, and highly wax absorbent for consistent speed in all conditions.
Binding Compatibility
- 2x4 Inserts – Standard mounting system compatible with most modern snowboard bindings.
Additional Features
- UHMW Sidewalls – Tough and impact-resistant for long-lasting durability.
- Eco Sublimated Poly Top – Lightweight and durable topsheet printed using eco-friendly sublimation.
- Mervin Made – Hand-built at Mervin Manufacturing in Washington State with zero hazardous waste.
- Artwork by Trevor Yardley-Jones – Custom graphics by @trevoryj.
Size Chart
| Size (cm) | 151.5 | 154.5 | 155W | 157.5 | 158W | 159.5 | 161.5 | 162W |
| Effective Edge (mm) | 1130 | 1160 | 1160 | 1190 | 1190 | 1200 | 1220 | 1220 |
| Tip Width (mm) | 292 | 293 | 307 | 299 | 312 | 300 | 302 | 313 |
| Waist Width (mm) | 251 | 252 | 265 | 255 | 268 | 256 | 258 | 268 |
| Tail Width (mm) | 292 | 293 | 307 | 299 | 312 | 300 | 302 | 313 |
| Sidecut Radius (m) | 7.9 / 8.2 | 7.7 / 8.1 | 7.7 / 8.1 | 7.8 / 8.2 | 7.8 / 8.2 | 7.9 / 8.0 | 8.0 / 8.4 | 8.0 / 8.4 |
| Stance Setback (in) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stance Range (in) | 20–24.75 | 20.25–25 | 20.25–25 | 20.25–25 | 20.25–25 | 20.25–25 | 20.25–25 | 20.25–25 |
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