Artec / Elan Novus - 2010
A board for riders of every ability to ride everything. Featuring, a sintered base, dual density DiTEC sidewalls and a tip to tail Aspen core. The Artec Novus represents unbelievable value for money.. especially as it comes with the factory 2 Year warranty.
Manufacturer's Description:
The Novus is a well rounded all terrain freestyle board that is perfect for a wide range of riders. Whether a rider is just getting started, or is a seasoned pro like Johnny Miller, the Novus provides Artec quality and performance at a price that makes it one of the best values on the market.
“Ok I want you all to close your eyes…and think of the happiest place for yourself, then float up toward space. Once you have floated up a few thousand feet imagine a ski resort underneath you. Count to 5 then DIVE BOMB strait for the heart of the winter mountain…once you are there you have made it to the best place possible on earth. This is all made possible by the Novus by Artec! Oh Yeah, and I should mention that it works for everyone. New kids and people like me who have been shredding for a while. All I got to say is get this board take some laps and bow down to its GLORY!”
Johnny Miller
Recommended for park riding.
Recommended for rail riding.
Recommended for freeride riding.
Low cost $
Available in Wide.
Camber Construction.
Directional Twin Shape.
Year: 2010
Available Lengths (cm):
146, 150, 154, 158, 162, 154W, 158W, 162W
Riding Style: All Mountain
Specifications:
DiTEC Sidewalls: Dual density ABS sidewalls for integrated damping
FiberTEC Fiberglass: Forgiving, lightweight glass laminate
ThetaTEC Base: Sintered base
IsoTEC Wood Core: Laminated Aspen
Similar boards: Option Redline - 2010 NFA Thrasher - 2010 Salomon Riot - 2010
User Snowboard Reviews
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on March 09, 2010 at 04:05 AM
OK, so I’ve had the Artec Novus for a bit now and taken it on a few trips here and in BC so I feel I’m qualified to write a review for it. :)
The Novus is a solid intermediate all-mountain board. I’m riding the 158. It has a twin shape with a directional set-back stance.
You get pretty good value on the board, a sintered base which has tasted quite a few rocks and only gouged out a bit. The sidewall construction really cuts down on chatter on the choppers I have ridden a lot of (we are starved for snow out here, but it’s snowing as I type). I’ve surprised myself by riding a lot faster then I anticipated and this board holds a mean line at high speeds. Edge hold is pretty standard, nothing extraordinary.
The 4x2 insert pattern allows for lots of stance selection. I have a pair of Salomon Relays which are really soft bindings (took me several days to get used to them), they partner well with the board now that I am used to feeling a lot more response while I ride.
The board core is made from fast-growth wood that is environmentally responsible which is nice. Top that all off with a 2 year manufactures warranty and you have a great ride for a few seasons.
Oh, board graphics are nice. The top sheet is laminated or something, really shiny but all your stickers will eventually come off which I found to be a pain (plus I slip off the damn thing a lot on the chairlifts).
Bottom line a solid intermediate all-mountain board, didn’t I say that already???
