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2026 GNU Velvet Snowboard
The 2026 GNU Velvet is a freestyle-tuned twin that flows through the entire mountain with creativity and confidence. It’s the board of choice for riders like Naima Antolin who see every line as a park lap, whether it’s a pillow popper or a street-style transfer. The C2 hybrid camber delivers pop and control with catch-free ease, and Magne-Traction® keeps your edges locked in even when conditions are sketchy. Built with an FSC-certified G Lite 2 core, sintered base, and a park-perfect flex, the Velvet is stylish, capable, and ready to ride everything from rails to banked slalom with a freestyle mindset.
Who is this board best for?
Intermediate to advanced riders who want a twin board that brings pop and flow to the whole mountain.
What is new on the 2026 model?
Graphics.
Summary
| Ability | Intermediate – Advanced |
| Rider Type | All-Mountain Freestyle / Park |
| Camber Profile | C2 Hybrid Camber |
| Flex | Medium |
| Shape | True Twin |
| Core | G Lite 2 (FSC Certified Aspen + Paulownia) |
| Laminates | Tri-Ax / Bi-Ax Fiberglass |
| Base | Sintered Base |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty |
Camber Profile
- C2 Hybrid Camber – A freestyle-friendly hybrid contour with rocker between the feet and camber underfoot. It blends pop and precision with smooth turn initiation and easy float, making it perfect for park lines and creative terrain riding.
Flex
- Medium – Offers the right balance of support and forgiveness for freestyle riding, carving, and jibbing around the whole mountain.
Shape
- True Twin – Symmetrical from tip to tail with a centered stance, making switch riding feel natural and ideal for freestyle-focused riders.
Core
- G Lite 2 Core – A lightweight, durable combo of FSC Certified Aspen and Paulownia that keeps the ride snappy and strong without weighing you down.
Laminates
- Tri-Ax / Bi-Ax Fiberglass – A responsive layup that balances edge hold and torsional flex, tuned for freestyle performance across all terrain.
Base
- Sintered Base – Fast, hard, and wax-hungry—built for durability and speed no matter where you ride.
Additional Features
- Eco Sublimated Poly Topsheet – Lightweight, tough, and environmentally responsible.
- UHMW Sidewalls and Tips/Tails – Absorbs impact and protects from core shots and delamination.
- Magne-Traction® Edges – Seven strategically placed serrations enhance grip and stability in icy or firm conditions.
- Built at Mervin MFG in the USA – Handbuilt in Washington with zero hazardous waste.
Size Chart
| Size (cm) | Contact Length (cm) | Sidecut Radius (m) | Width (Nose / Waist / Tail) (cm) | Ref Stance (in) | Setback (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 | 103 | 7.6 | 26.1 / 22.6 / 26.1 | 17"–22" | 0" |
| 143 | 105 | 7.7 | 27.2 / 23.5 / 27.2 | 18.5"–23.5" | 0" |
| 147 | 107 | 7.8 | 28.0 / 23.9 / 28.0 | 18.5"–23.5" | 0" |
| 150 | 110 | 7.9 | 28.3 / 23.9 / 28.3 | 19.24"–24" | 0" |
| 153 | 113 | 8.0 | 28.7 / 24.1 / 28.7 | 19.24"–24" | 0" |
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