The Denver boys have really outdone themselves this year. New graphics on the classics, brand new models to get you stoked and an all-time classic that you will want to rip and then hang on your wall. Here we go with the winter 2016 collection from Never Summer.
Mens Boards
Never Summer Swift
Never Summer went back to their roots when it came to the design of the classic and timeless Never Summer Swift. Back before Never Summer was actually Never Sumer, Tracey and Tim Canaday developed ‘Swift Snowboards’ for a school project. The bottom sheet graphic on this 2016 Swift board was their actual logo, making this board a great collectors piece. Created to excel in powder conditions but perfectly capable of tackling hardpack and groomers all the same, the Swift is a big mountain, freeride dream come true. With Never Summer’s traditional Rocker Camber profile, the Swift can carve on a dime while the extended transition area allows the tail to drop back into the snow for superior float in powder. Other features to note are aluminum tip and tail protection, Elastomeric underfoot stabilizers and the RDS1 dampening system that reduces chatter and absorbs shock from the ground up. Like a classic car with all the right updates, the Never Summer Swift is a must have for your quiver.
Pros
- Classic powder board
- Collectors item
Cons
- Not the most versatile board in the lineup
- Not ideal as your only board
Never Summer Funslinger / Funslinger X
The addition of the Never Summer Funslinger was not what most expect from the crew at Never Summer but quite the pleasant surprise. Made to conquer all things park (rails, jibs, jumps, etc.), the Funslinger is the wild, partying younger brother of the Never Summer lineup. With a true twin shape and blunted nose and tail, there is minimal swing weight on this snappy little ripper. Carbon laminate technology adds to the overall pop and responsiveness of the board, FDS dampening system helps reduce chatter and vibrations and the Boost Flex wood core reduces weight, making the Funslinger one of the lightest weight boards in the line. For those that thought Never Summer only made big mountain boards, we invite you to rip some lines through the terrain park on the super snappy Funslinger.
Pros
- Terrain park ready with lots of great freestyle features
- Ideal for lighter weight riders
Cons
- Not as powerful as some of the other boards in the lineup
- Not desirable for big mountain hard charging or heavier weight riders
Never Summer West / West X
The brand new board that truly embraces all that Never Summer stands for is the big mountain crusher, the West. The Never Summer West has the same aggressive camber that’s built into the Ripsaw but they added a set back stance for better float in powder, creating a board that can float like a dream but still carves hard and can hold an edge on hard pack and steep, fast conditions. The entire board has built in dampening to reduce chatter and vibrations, Pretensioned Fiberglass adds a ton of snap and pop for a lively feel and they also added p-tex tip and tail protection to help keep your board in tip-top shape. If you are looking for an extremely powerful, powder friendly, fast, big mountain board, look to the West. The Never Summer West.
Pros
- Powerful, aggressive
- All your big mountain needs in one board
Cons
- Not ideal for beginners
- Not ideal for certain terrain park conditions (big jumps ok but not great on rails / boxes)
Never Summer Chairman / Chairman X
For those that have been following Never Summer since the beginning, you may have been familiar with older boards like the Premier and Raptor. Never Summer took all the best qualities from those two boards and created one of the most bad a$$ freeride boards we’ve ever seen, the Never Summer Chairman. Just like the name insinuates, the Chairman is in charge. This board can charge hard and blow past just about anything in it’s way. Carbon Max Laminate technology adds a premium stiff, snappy flex that adds a ton of power while the extended transition area and powergrip sidecut creates a sleek overall shape that slices through each carve for a precise, fast, powerful ride. Underfoot stabilizers and additional RDS1 dampening nearly eliminate all potential vibrations keeping you from feeling any unnecessary fatigue and the sintered P-Tex sidewall offers indestructible durability so you can slay the mountain with the comfort of knowing that your board can handle it. Ride like a boss this season on the Never Summer Chairman.
Pros
- Can handle the big, fast lines
- Smooth riding even at high speeds
Cons
- Stiff flex not very forgiving
- Aggressive shape and flex that is not ideal for smaller hills or freestyle riding
Never Summer Cobra / Cobra X
One of the most versatile all mountain boards of all time, the Never Summer Cobra is the big mountain quiver killer. Powerful, fast, snappy and fun to ride, the Cobra is the perfect board for the big mountain rider that takes advantage of the entire mountain. With a very slightly set back stance, the Cobra is slightly directional but still versatile enough to have some fun in the park. Carbonium laminate technology mixed with pretensioned fiberglass create a stiff, snappy, responsive flex that can carve hard, slash powder and hit the big kickers with speed and accuracy. P Tex tip and tail protection adds to the overall durability of this board and the NS Superlite wood core adds minimal weight for a lighter overall feel. For the confident rider that knows how to rip the entire mountain, the Never Summer Cobra is just for you.
Pros
- Aggressive yet super versatile
Cons
- Flex may not be ideal for beginners or lighter weight riders
Never Summer Ripsaw / Ripsaw X
When Never Summer builds a brand new camber profile specifically for one board, that says a lot. Never Summer Ripsaw was new in the NS line in 2015, and quickly became a favorite of powerful rippers everywhere. Constructed with their most aggressive camber, while still offering the benefits of their classic Rocker Camber flex, the Ripsaw boasts top of the line edge hold, insane pop and a true twin shape to boot. For the hard chargers out there who like to play on the entire mountain, this is the perfect board for you. Keep in mind the added camber creates a ton of stiffness so lighter weight riders may have a harder time controlling this beast, Those that really dig into their boards and charge hard will love the responsiveness and unbelievable pop. If you’ve been riding for a few decades and miss the days of good ‘ol fashioned stiff camber boards, then the Ripsaw is perfect for you.
Pros
- Hard charging
- Can handle any terrain
Cons
- Very stiff
- Not ideal for lighweight riders or beginners
Never Summer Evo / Revolver
When the Evo first came out, people couldn’t believe Never Summer finally made a park board. Now, several seasons in, the Never Summer Evo (and it’s wider brother, the Revolver) has become an absolute staple in the Never Summer lineup. On the other end of the spectrum from the rest of their collection, the Evo is a fun, playful park board that can handle terrain of any shape or size. Equipped with Never Summer’s Press Flex Core, the Evo is a soft flexing, super fun, snappy board. Harmonic tip and tail dampening means you can press the heck out of this board with no worries of snaps and the original Rocker Camber profile gives just the right amount of flex balanced with camber power just where you need it. Never Summer listened to the people when they asked for a park board and the Evo has been a best seller ever since.
Pros
- Soft and playful
- Good for beginners or more experienced riders
Cons
- Not ideal for aggressive big mountain riding
Never Summer Proto HD / HDX
Never Summer refers to the Proto HD as the “swiss army knife of snowboarding”, meaning this is the only board you need to get the job done this winter. The Never Summer Proto HD was built as a play off the Evo but with added features that aggressive park riders would want. A little more stiffness and a little more snap to go bigger set the Proto apart. Meant to be an all-mountain freestyle machine, the Proto has a true twin shape, low profile tip and tail for reduced swing weight and Bi-Lite fiberglass for added pop and a responsive overall feel. For the experienced shredder that enjoys playing on the entire mountain, the Never Summer Proto HD is an awesome choice.
Pros
- Extremely versatile, fun to ride board
- Great in the trees or the terrain park
Cons
- Blunted design not ideal for powder
Never Summer Snowtrooper / Snowtrooper X
Did we save the best for last? The Never Summer Snowtrooper has quickly become a crowd favorite and it’s no secret why. Built off the success of the legendary SL / Legacy models, this board is versatile, well constructed and perfect for so many riders. With a shape that can tackle almost any part of the mountain and a flex that is even suitable for beginners, the Snowtrooper is the quintessential all mountain snowboard. Carbon VXR laminate technology adds some extra pop in the nose and tail, low profile tip and tail reduces overall swing weight and the RDS2 Dampening system reduces chatter and vibrations even on crunchy cord or hard pack conditions. Whether you are a dedicated beginner that is looking for a board to grow with or a seasoned rider that wants a fun, easy to ride, versatile board, the Never Summer Snowtrooper is the perfect choice.
Pros
- Perfect all mountain board suitable for beginners and seasoned riders alike
Cons
- Let us know, we haven’t found any yet
Women’s Boards
Never Summer Onyx
Never Summer heard the voices of lady park shredders everywhere and made the perfect board for them. They call it, the Never Summer Onyx. Using their signature Press Flex core, the Onyx is a loose, fun board that caters to the lighter weight rippers who want a soft, snappy freestyle ride. Still able to hold an edge and ride fast, the Onyx is ideal for the more experienced ripper who really knows how to maneuver her board. You can press, jib, slap and jump your way to happiness on the perfectly true twin shape while the Original Rocker Camber profile gives you the ideal combination of loose rocker between your feet and camber just where you need it. FDS dampening system reduces vibrations on hard pack, blunted tip and tail reduces swing weight and a sintered p-tex sidewall adds some extra durability. For the lady in the park who knows what she wants, the Never Summer Onyx is just the board for you.
Pros
- Snappy and responsive
- A blast in the park
Cons
- May be too loose for steeps or big mountain high speed runs
Never Summer Raven
We can guarantee, the big ripper of your local mountain crew is probably riding the Never Summer Raven. And if she’s not, she should be. One of the most technical, aggressive women’s freestyle / freeride boards on the market, the Raven is not for everyone. The girl shredding on the Raven is confident in her skills and knows how to rip the entire resort to shreds. Womens’s specific carbonium laminate technology adds a ton of pop and responsiveness, the NS Superlite wood core reduces weight without sacrificing strength and the RDS1 dampening system helps eliminate chatter and vibrations on those cold corduroy mornings. If you know someone who should be riding the Raven, give her our number, we wanna party with her ’cause she’s probably one bad Mutha.
Pros
- You WILL be able to keep up with the guys
- Aggressive and powerful – but still built for the girls
Cons
- Not for beginners
- Too stiff for playful park scenarios – but can hit the big kickers like a boss
Never Summer Infinity
One of the most notorious women’s boards from Never Summer is definitely the Infinity. Their answer to the high end needs of the all-mountain shredding lady has become a staple, not only in the Never Summer lineup but in the entire snowboard industry. They cut no corners when building this versatile, all mountain ride. Carbon VXR laminate technology adds the perfect amount of power and pop, NS Custom Flightcore reduces overall weight and the Durasurf XT Sintered 4501 base is fast enough to keep up with the guys. If the Raven seems a little too aggressive for you but you don’t quite want the playfulness of the Onyx, then the Infinity is the perfect board for you.
Pros
- Suitable for determined beginners or seasoned riders
Cons
- Have yet to get any complaints about this board!
Never Summer Aura
Brand new for 2016, the Never Summer Aura. Once again, the ladies spoke up and Never Summer listened. A few seasons back, Never Summer created a more cambered version of their classic Rocker Camber profile. It’s finally available in a women’s board. The Aura is filling the void between the Raven and the Onyx as the perfect, aggressive all mountain freestyle women’s board. Just as much a$$ hauling power as the Raven with a low profile nose and tail for reduced swing weight, and added carbon VXR laminate technology for endless pop and a powerful, snappy feeling ride. For the seasoned ripper who treats the entire mountain as her playground, we give you the powerful and lively Never Summer Aura.
Pros
- Fast, hard charging yet super fun to ride
- Snappy, lively feel
Cons
- Extra stiff due to the added camber
- Not ideal for lighweight ladies who are still learning
Kids Boards
Boys Evo Mini
Just like big brother’s version but sized down for the groms, the Never Summer Evo Mini is the perfect ride for your mini ripper. Ideal for both beginners and little guys who’ve been ripping for a few years, the Evo Mini comes equipped with Never Summer’s classic Rocker Camber profile, giving junior the perfect combo of soft flex and carve-ability, a low profile tip and tail reduces swing weight which helps if he’s learning to spin and a full wrap metal edge to add a little extra durability for terrain park slams. Start your little one off right by getting them on the right board, the Never Summer Evo Mini.
Girls Onyx Mini
Never Summer is not in the business of shorting the ladies out of any tech and that goes for their pint-sized Onyx Mini as well. If your littlest lady is ready to hit the slopes this winter, get her started on the right foot with this versatile, soft, playful freestyle kids board. With a blunted nose and tail and classic Rocker Camber technology, this board is easy to ride, fun to ride and a great board for your little one to grow with. Enough edge for her to nail those turns but loose enough to make it easy for light weight rippers to learn the basics. Your little lady could be a future Olympian. You just need to make sure she has the right equipment to get started!
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