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Best Beginner Friendly Park Snowboard
Capita Pathfinder Reverse Snowboard 2026
The Capita Pathfinder Reverse snowboard ($429.95) is the latest version of a snowboard that Capita used to call the Horroscope. The Pathfinder Reverse is a forgiving freestyle twin snowboard that can also be used as a “do it all” type all-mountain snowboard.
For the 2026 season, the Capita Pathfinder received no new technical upgrades other than new graphics and a new size. This snowboard now comes in a 159 wide size.
The Capita Pathfinder Reverse features Capita’s Park V2 board profile. It looks like this.
The board’s profile can be described as being flat between the feet and reverse camber just outside of the bindings to the contact points. The shape makes the deck feel stable and surfy without being overly aggressive. The reverse camber near the contact points will make the board less catchy and help you land tricks if you are slightly off-axis. The deck features a combination of laminates consisting of Special Blend Fiberglass and Magic Bean Resin. The combination is a park snowboard with a lot of torsional flex (flex from edge to edge). In the deck, there is a wood core called the FSC Dual Core. The dual-core gives the deck added power, extra pop, and durability. The flex rating of this is a 4/10. However, it is on the softer side, so you should consider it closer to a 3/10. This is a deck that will help you with butters and presses. Overall, this is a lightweight, playful, skate-like, and a maneuverable park snowboard at an excellent price.
P.S. There is a camber version of this deck called Pathfinder Camber. You can check that version out here.
Also check out our best beginner snowboards of 2024 – 2026 award list too.
Pros
- The v2 park profile shape
- The soft flex for deep presses.
- Eco friendly build
- Skateboard-like feel
Cons
- The combination sintered and extruded base will need some wax and maintenance.
- Pop can feel soggy if timed wrong.
Sizes Available: 145, 147, 149, 151, 151 Wide, 153, 153 Wide, 155, 155 Wide, 157, 157 Wide, 159 Wide, 162 Wide
See Which Size of the Capita Pathfinder Reverse You Need
| Size (cm) | Rider Weight Range (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 145 | 80-120 |
| 147 | 90-150 |
| 149 | 90-150 |
| 151 | 100-150 |
| 151 Wide | 110-150 |
| 153 | 110-170 |
| 153 Wide | 110-170 |
| 155 | 120-180 |
| 155 Wide | 130-190 |
| 157 | 140-200+ |
| 157 Wide | 140-200 |
| 159 Wide | 150-210 |
| 162 Wide | 160-220+ |
Flex: Soft 4/10
Bindings to Pair With It: Union Flight Pro
Best Volume Shifted / Wide Freestyle Snowboard
Ride Twin Pig 2026 Snowboard
The Ride Twin Pig ($529.95) is a true twin shape freestyle snowboard that can be a lot of fun carving outside of the board park as well. The board profile is a hybrid camrock. It has a camber section under your feet with reverse camber outside your bindings in the nose and tail. The Twin Pig has an asymmetrical sidecut. There is a little bit of a deeper sidecut on the heels to help you balance out your turns.
There is a wood core in the Twin Pig made of Aspen and Bamboo. The balance of using both strong and lighter, more resilient wood gives the Twin Pig its sturdiness and damp riding feel. You won’t feel the chatter under your boots if riding on uneven terrain. The sidewalls are made with the same material as skateboard wheels to protect your deck against dents while jibbing in the park. The sidewalls were one of the major updates in the 2026 version. They are now thinner while still increasing the durability and shock absorption of the deck.
The unique feature of the Twin Pig is its waist width. The Twin Pig is a volume shifted snowboard. It is meant for you to ride a shorter board than you normally would because it comes wider than most other park boards. The wider width makes for more stable jump landings and virtually no toe drag as you are carving around. Being that you can go a few sizes down on this snowboard, you will be able to spin easier and have an overall more maneuverable feel. You can use our snowboard length calculator to gauge which sized board to buy.
The flex of the Twin Pig is on the softer side of medium. Thanks to its rocker sections in the tip and tail, the Twin Pig can butter and press easily. However, the board itself is on the medium to stiff side. It is a useful feature blending a flexible nose in a more stable board. The camber section of the board prevents the deck from being over flexible while jibbing. You will be able to hang on to nose and tail slides easier than some other park boards.
The Twin Pig has a durable sintered base. It will require wax to maintain and is fast enough. Ultimately, the board’s wider dimensions make it a slower option than some of the others on the list. However, the benefit here is that it has a wider, more stable feel that also helps it float better in deeper snow than most other park boards. All in all, if you are looking for a volume-shifted park board that is the perfect blend of playful, damp, and sturdy properties, then the Twin Pig is for you.
Pros
- The wider / stable feel in a playful freestyle board
- Pop is great for jumps
- Flex makes it easier to butter or press
- The true twin shape makes it easier to ride switch
- Flex makes it easier to begin presses and not overly flexible (soft flex in the tips and medium in the center)
- Excellent option if you have large feet
Cons
- Not the best option for steeper or technical terrain
- Not the fastest board on the list (due to its wider shorter intended size)
- Not a beginner friendly deck due to its shape
Sizes Available: 136, 142, 148, 151, 154, 156 Wide, 157
See the Right Size Ride Twin Pig for You
| Size (cm) | Rider Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 136 | 60-130 |
| 142 | 60-160 |
| 148 | 100-205 |
| 151 | 130-210 |
| 154 | 140-220+ |
| 156 Wide | 170-220+ |
| 157 | 160-220+ |
Flex: Soft 3/10
Bindings to Pair With It: Ride C-6
Looking for the best women’s boards? Check out the best women’s snowboards of 2025 list. It is filled with solid freestyle options to ride in the park. Check our types of snowboards guide to find the right type of board for you.
Best Do It All Freestyle Snowboard
Nitro T1 2024 Snowboard
For 20 years, the Nitro T1 ($529.95) has been getting refined to make it one of the best freestyle boards on the planet. The T1 is a true twin shape freestyle snowboard known for its stability, durability, and overall performance in the park.
For this season, the Nitro T1 has been upgraded to include Ureshred Sidewalls. This means Nitro added in the same polyurethane material that skateboard wheels are made out of directly into its sidewalls. The combination of polyurethane sidewalls with the T1’s impact-resistant Rail Killer edges make the board one of the most durable park snowboards out there.
The T1 is a camber dominant snowboard with a smoother transition into the tip and tail. Its board profile looks like this.
The smooth transitions make this board easier to lock into presses while the medium flex and camber shape gives the board its responsiveness. This deck can turn on a dime and take the landing impact of huge kickers.
The Nitro T1 has a specialized sintered base that is designed to be fast while being more resistant to scratches than other park snowboards. The core of the snowboard is made of Poplar and Beechwood. What makes the wood core of the T1 unique is that it has a reduced thickness between your bindings while being thicker outside your bindings. The varied thicknesses in the core give the T1 added energy for pop and a consistent flex for nose and tail presses.
If you are looking for a park board that can take abuse, this is the snowboard for you.
Pros
- Durability built into sidewalls, edges, and base
- Lots of pop
- Stable ride
- Twin shape makes it easier to ride switch
- Designed to have a slightly stiffer medium flex that will be perfect for jumping and hitting rails
Cons
- Might be too aggressive for beginners
Sizes Available: 149, 152, 152 Wide, 155, 155 Wide, 158 Wide
See the Right Size Nitro T1 for You
| Size (cm) | Rider Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 149 | 110 – 155 |
| 152 | 120 – 165 |
| 152 Wide | 120 – 165 |
| 155 | 130 – 175 |
| 155 Wide | 130 – 175 |
| 158 | 145+ |
| 158 Wide | 145+ |
Flex: Medium 5/10
Bindings to Pair With It: Union Force
Most Versatile
Burton Blossom Snowboard
The Burton Blossom ($559.95) is one of the most versatile true twin freestyle decks you can buy. This deck is built on a traditional camber profile. If you were to look at this board on its side, it would look like this.
This profile combines with a carbon I-beam that runs the length of the deck to give it a ton of pop, a powerful, yet predictable feel, and loads of response for carving. This is one of the stiffer boards on this list. If you’re looking for a park board that would be perfect for jumps as cruising through the rest of the resort, this is that deck.
Also check out our full in-depth Burton Blossom review.
Pros
- The balanced feel and flex of this deck. It can jump, it can jib, and it can carve well.
- Light weight
- Faster than most park boards
- The board comes pre broken in.
Cons
- This might be too stiff for some beginner and intermediate riders
- The board uses Burton Snowboards Channel® Mounting System. This let’s you fine tune your stance. However, you need to make sure your binding plates can fit into it or get buy a disc plate that is adaptable to it.
What I Love About This Board: I love this board’s fast base, stable feel, and explosive pop. There is a reason this is Zeb Powell’sgo-to freestyle board.
Sizes Available: 144, 149, 152, 155, 158, 162
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| 144 | 100 – 150 |
|---|---|
| 149 | 100 – 150 |
| 152 | 120 – 180 |
| 155 | 120 – 180 |
| 158 | 150 – 200 |
| 162 | 180 – 260+ |
