NIDECKER Alpha Snowboard Wide

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.

Specifications:

– Board Size (cm): 162w
– Total Length (mm): 1620
– Nose Length (mm): 300
– Contact Edge Length (mm): 1090
– Effective Edge Length (mm): 1230
– Tail Length (mm): 230
– Sidecut Radius (m): 8000
– Nose Width (mm): 312
– Underfoot Width : Front Foot (mm): 277
– Waist Width (mm): 268
– Underfoot Width : Rear Foot (mm): 277
– Tail Width (mm): 306
– Taper (mm): -6
– Set Back (mm): 20
– Reference Stance (mm): 540
– Minimum – Maximum Stance (mm): 500 – 620
– Recommended Rider´s Weight (kg.): 75+
– Recommended Rider´s Weight (lbs.): 165+

Technologies:

Nidactive Apx:
– We use a cap construction for the nose and tail, while the riding section features a 2mm sidewall with a machine-rounded core to obtain optimum fluid flow properties and power transfer to the rails. This innovative, cutting-edge construction represents the logical evolution of the existing NIDACTIVE Construction we use to build the boards in our Snow.Surf quiver.

Top:
– Absorbnid is an innovative top layer designed to absorb unwanted vibrations. This allows us to develop responsive, dynamic boards that still give you a smooth and fatigue free ride.

Inserts:
– 4/2-6 With 6 rows of inserts every 2 cm, this insert combination allows you to adjust your stance to the optimum position, and works with all bindings on the market. Our reference stance is the second narrowest position possible.

Fiberglass:
– TRIAX PLUS: The result of extensive testing with our riders and engineers, our Triax laminate is oriented at 45° to the board, and contains different glass densities. This provides consistent torsional flex, better pop, and more reactivity on every turn.

Woodcore:
– NDK Swiss Core is the heart and soul that makes our 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. What’s more, its FSC and PEFC certifications mean we’ve reached the highest possible standards in terms of sustainable forest management and manufacturing along our entire supply chain.

Base:
– N-7000: Developed exclusively for Nidecker, the N-7000 is an extremely tough, sintruded base with added carbon nanoparticles that provide exceptional glide.

ADDED FIBERS:
– POP CARBON Strategic placement of carbon fiber from the tail to the rear inserts, and from the nose to the front inserts, results 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.