Nidecker Alpha Snowboard

DESCRIPTION

Inspired by the efficient shapes found in nature, the Alpha sets a new standard in all-mountain fluency.Glide effortlessly through powder, slice clean lines down the trails or thread the needle on your favourite tree-run; it’s all about flow. A 3D spooned nose – based on the profiles of marine mammals – provides maximum float and easy turn initiation, while the subtle pinch at the rear of the sidecut mimics a bird of prey’s tail, helping it to sink in deep snow. Under the hood, the Alpha features a lively NDK core made from sustainable Swiss poplar, combined with carbon fibre layers for even more pop. Vibrations are kept to a minimum thanks to our Absorbnid™ topsheet. The Alpha’s smooth edge-to-edge transitions and versatile flex makes it the go-to deck for creative mountain surfers like Matieu Crepel.

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Rocker Type
  • Surfy CamRock – Surfy CamRock delivers that special feeling of surfing on snow sought after by a new generation of freeriders. With a long rocker in the nose for optimal float and regular camber through the midsection and tail, it has all the reactivity you need to ride with lots of setback and a very short fish tail.
• Flex
  • Flex Rating – 7 (1 Soft – 10 Stiff)
• Core
  • NDK Swiss Core – NDK Swiss Core is the heart and soul that makes the new Instinct Series so special. Its name tells you all you need to know. This core is crafted in Switzerland with passion from sustainably harvested, light poplar wood.
• Laminates
  • Exclusive Nidactive Sandwich – This next level construction steps up the power and response of Nidecker’s standard sandwich manufacturing. Adding advanced materials like Carbon and Kevlar® gives the board more pop and improved shock absorption.
  • Biax Plus – Biax Plus retains the properties of Nidecker’s tried and tested 90° biaxial fiberglass weave with more glass to enhance power transfer. It’s uncompromising in its response and energy return, and loved and coveted by riders searching for a good blend of stiff & damp wherever they rip.
  • Pop Carbon – Strategic placement of carbon fiber from the tail to the rear inserts, and from the nose to the front inserts, resulting in a more reactive board, with increased pop and stiffness. It’s vibration dampening qualities make it ideal for more aggressive riding in all conditions.
• Base
  • N-7000 – Developed exclusively for Nidecker, the N-7000 is an extremely tough, sintered base with added carbon nanoparticles that provide exceptional glide.
• Topsheet
  • Absorbnid – This innovative top layer has been developed to absorb unwanted vibrations allowing for responsive and dynamic boards that still give you a smooth and comfortable ride.
• Graphics
  • Matte Finish
• Binding Compatibility
  • 2×4 – 6 Inserts – With 6 rows of inserts every 2 cm, this insert combination allows you to adjust your stance to the optimum position. Nidecker’s reference stance is the second narrowest position.

SPECS

Terrain – Freestyle, All-Mountain
Ability Level – Intermediate-Advanced
Rocker Type – Rocker/Camber/Rocker
Shape – Directional Twin
Flex Rating – Medium
Binding Mount Pattern – 2×4
Core/Laminates – Aramid (Kevlar®), Carbon, Wood
Warranty – 3 Years

 

BOARD SIZE (CM)	153	158
TOTAL LENGTH (MM)	1530	1580
NOSE LENGTH (MM)	300	300
CONTACT EDGE LENGTH (MM)	990	1050
EFFECTIVE EDGE LENGTH (MM)	1130	1190
TAIL LENGTH (MM)	230	230
SIDECUT RADIUS (M)	7400	7800
NOSE WIDTH (MM)	290	300
UNDERFOOT WIDTH : FRONT FOOT (MM)	–	–
WAIST WIDTH (MM)	252	258
UNDERFOOT WIDTH : REAR FOOT (MM)	–	–
TAIL WIDTH (MM)	288	296
TAPER (MM)	-2	-4
SET BACK (MM)	15	20
REFERENCE STANCE (MM)	530	540
MINIMUM – MAXIMUM STANCE (MM)	490 – 610	500 – 620
RECOMMENDED RIDER’S WEIGHT (KG.)	60-80	75+
RECOMMENDED RIDER’S WEIGHT (LBS.)	132-176	165+