Description
Tech Info
2027 GNU Upgrade Snowboard
The 2027 GNU Upgrade is Jeff “Hendo” Henderson’s high-tech resort freestyle machine, developed through six years of prototyping and refinement to create a board that excels everywhere on the mountain. Built around a Directional Twin Hybrid shape and GNU’s powerful C2X contour, the Upgrade blends precision carving, freestyle versatility, and effortless powder float into one highly refined package. A longer float-oriented nose, mild early rise, and directional setback work together to improve soft snow performance, while directional Magne-Traction® focuses edge control where it matters most. Finished with Carbon Power Bands, an upgraded carbon-enhanced sintered base, and lightweight G Lite 2 construction, the Upgrade delivers premium all-terrain performance with a distinctly freestyle personality.
Who is this board best for?
Intermediate to advanced riders looking for a premium all-mountain freestyle snowboard that combines powerful carving, freestyle progression, powder float, and cutting-edge construction.
What's New?
The Upgrade is a 30-year anniversary project from Jeff “Hendo” Henderson, featuring a harmonized Directional Twin Hybrid shape, directional C2X contour, upgraded carbon-enhanced sintered base, Carbon Power Bands, and directional Magne-Traction® technology designed to maximize control and performance across all terrain.
Summary
| Ability | Intermediate – Advanced |
| Rider Type | All-Mountain Freestyle / All-Mountain |
| Camber Profile | C2X Hybrid Contour |
| Flex | Medium – Firm |
| Shape | Directional Twin |
| Core | G Lite 2 FSC Certified Aspen + Paulownia |
| Laminates | Tri-Ax / Bi-Ax Glass + Carbon Power Bands |
| Base | Eco Sublimated Sintered Base |
| Binding Mount | 2x4 Inserts |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
Size Chart
| Size (cm) | Effective Edge (mm) | Tip / Waist / Tail (mm) | Sidecut Radius (m) | Setback (cm) | Stance Range (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151 | 1100 | 294 / 251 / 294 | 7.4 / 7.5 / 7.3 | .75 | 18.5 - 26.5 |
| 153 | 1120 | 296 / 253 / 296 | 7.4 / 7.5 / 7.3 | .75 | 18.5 - 26.5 |
| 156 | 1140 | 298 / 255 / 298 | 7.7 / 7.7 / 7.5 | .75 | 18.5 - 26.5 |
| 157W | 1140 | 303 / 260 / 303 | 7.7 / 7.7 / 7.5 | .75 | 18.5 - 26.5 |
| 159 | 1160 | 300 / 257 / 300 | 7.8 / 7.9 / 7.7 | .75 | 18.5 - 26.5 |
| 160W | 1160 | 308 / 265 / 308 | 7.8 / 7.9 / 7.7 | .75 | 18.5 - 26.5 |
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