Comparing women’s freeride boards - any advice?

Posted: 20 December 2011 01:31 AM

Hi,

I’m an advanced rider, all mountain but no park, no jumps, etc. I live in CO so get fresh powder, love the tree glades & bowls but need a board that can also handle hard-packed groomers. I currently ride a Burton Feelgood 151 but it’s about 9 years old so ready for a new board.

I’m looking at the Arbor Push and the Never Summer Lotus. They seem very similar in specs but just wondered if anyone had ridden either and had any info that might help make my decision.

Thanks!

Posted: 20 December 2011 04:19 PM

Hi Leer,

I haven’t really ridden any of them but you are definitely right, those two boards are made for the same type of riding!
The Arbor is cambered, the NS is equipped with a rocker/camber hybrid which means the NS could be a little bit easier to maneuver when going down tight tree lines but I can’t really tell if you’re really going to notice the difference.

I’d say you should go with the one you think is best for you- no matter if it’s because you like the brand more or the graphics.. I’m pretty sure you will have a whole lot of fun with either of them!

Cheers Tobi

Posted: 21 December 2011 11:22 AM

Hi Leer

I think you’re looking at two great boards for what you want, but I think the Never Summer might be the better choice if you get a decent amount of powder. The rocker & camber profile will help you float better than the true camber profile of the Push. Since your Feelgood is 9 years old I’ve assumed it’s a full camber board (I love the camber Feelgood!), and you’ll be used to how it feels in deep snow. The Never Summer will feel much easier in powder but shouldn’t give you any instability issues sometimes associated with a rocker board when on piste.