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2027 Ride Kink Snowboard
The 2027 Ride Kink is a true twin park snowboard built for riders who want a playful, confidence-inspiring ride that thrives on rails, jumps, and creative all-mountain freestyle. Its Twin Extra Camber profile delivers the pop and edge hold needed for progressing in the park, while the Quadratic Sidecut provides smooth, predictable turn initiation and control. The Foundation Core is paired with Cleave Edge™, Slim Walls, Biaxial Glass, and Double Impact Plates to create a durable, forgiving board that stands up to repeated park sessions. Finished with an Extruded Stone Ground Base and Roll-In Construction, the Kink is built for riders looking to push their freestyle progression season after season.
Who is this board best for?
Beginner to intermediate freestyle riders looking for a forgiving twin snowboard that delivers predictable park performance, smooth handling, and the durability to progress on rails, jumps, and groomers.
Summary
| Ability | Beginner – Intermediate |
| Rider Type | Park / Jib |
| Camber Profile | Twin Extra Camber |
| Flex | Mellow |
| Shape | Twin |
| Core | Foundation Core |
| Laminates | Biaxial Glass, Double Impact Plates |
| Sidewalls | Slim Walls |
| Base | Extruded Stone Ground Base |
| Binding Mount | 2x4 Inserts |
| Warranty | 3 Year Warranty |
Camber Profile
- Twin Extra Camber – Camber underfoot for pop and smooth turn initiation, with minimal rocker at the tip and tail for predictable, catch-free performance.
Flex
- Mellow – Soft flex tailored for freestyle maneuvers, providing a forgiving and playful ride.
Shape
- True Twin – Symmetrical design allows for seamless switch riding and consistent performance in both directions.
Sidecut
- Quadratic Sidecut – Blends three radii to improve turn initiation and exit while providing excellent grip, enhancing stability and control.
Core
- Foundation™ Core – Tip-to-tail Aspen wood core known for its durability and consistent flex, ideal for freestyle riding.
Laminates
- Biaxial Glass – Fiberglass with 90° and 0° orientations, creating a fun and forgiving flex pattern suitable for park and street performance.
- Double Impact Plates – Added underneath each binding area to improve compressive strength and prevent board breaks where it matters most.
Base
- Extruded, Stone Ground Base – Durable and easy to maintain, offering consistent glide and performance with minimal upkeep.
Binding Compatibility
- 2x4 Inserts – Standard insert pattern providing compatibility with most bindings and allowing for stance adjustments.
Additional Features
- Slimewalls® – RIDE’s exclusive urethane sidewalls that are forgiving and ductile, absorbing impacts for a smoother ride and increased durability.
- Cleave Edge™ Steel – Nearly 50% more steel, delivering unmatched resistance to edge cracking and can be detuned to larger radii.
Size Chart
| Size (cm) | Waist Width (mm) | Sidecut Radius (m) | Tip & Tail Width (mm) | Reference Stance (mm) | Rider Weight (lbs/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 143 | 245 | 8.1/6.7/8.1 | 287 / 287 | 483 | 60–150 / 27–68 |
| 147 | 249 | 8.3/6.9/8.3 | 291 / 291 | 508 | 80–160 / 36–73 |
| 151 | 251 | 8.5/7.1/8.5 | 295 / 295 | 533 | 100–180 / 45–82 |
| 155 | 254 | 8.7/7.3/8.7 | 299 / 299 | 559 | 130–205 / 59–93 |
| 158 | 257 | 8.9/7.5/8.9 | 303 / 303 | 559 | 140–210 / 64–95 |
| 154W | 261 | 8.7/7.3/8.7 | 306 / 306 | 559 | 125–205 / 57–93 |
| 157W | 266 | 8.9/7.5/8.9 | 310 / 310 | 559 | 130–210 / 59–95 |
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