$399 Intermediate to Expert All Mountain to Powder Snowboard Flat Rocker Tapered Twin Like shape Salomon had a lot of success with the Sick Stick so they decided to introduce a low cost version called the Powder Snake. Just like the Sick Stick this is a tapered twin which doesn't make much sense. It's more like a directional twin or even twinish board but it is hard to classify due to the tapered tail. The point they are trying to make is this is a powder board that can handle switch or regular very well. The edge hold is good but it's not going to have the grip that other side cuts do when the conditions get pretty hard. It has pow rocker that is a little less crazy than some of the park rockers so it keeps you a float when it's deep. You can also take a more freestyle approach to powder with the sick stick and not worry which foot is forward. The flat between the feet makes for a stable ride when the conditions are firmer and it isn't bad when it comes to laying out a more serious turn. It's not super poppy but it isn't dead by any means. Edge to edge transitioning is pretty fun. The Powder Snake isn't going to be as fast as the Sick Stick but it's a great powder board for the price.
Boards Salomon is small compared to some companies but they have the complete line up and a very strong following. You will either love or hate a Salomon board. Salomon makes a very fast and damp all mountain to freeride board that seems to feel best at high speeds. It is really scary how fast it is. They have also made a solid effort to make some pretty good park boards as well and won some Good Wood Award's in the park and pipe. If you are looking for something a bit off the beaten path Salomon might work for you. Boots It is almost undisputed amongst most knowledgeable riders that Salomon has some of the best boots out there. They have spent a lot of time making a boot that fits well and that won’t pack out much. Even though there is a semi-traditional lacing system it still has a speed lace tightening system and it can lock at each rung on the upper part of the boot. Some complain that the Salomon boot runs a bit narrow so if you have wide feet think twice. Also others complain that it can take longer than some boots to make them comfortable for your feet. Bindings Salomon’s bindings are not as popular as their boards and boots but still do a good job competing with the other big name brands. They are reliable and well made and have a more traditional old school feel compared to the leading companies. That being said the turn initiation and general feeling is good so these could work for you.
There's nothing else in snowboarding like the Powder Snake. Our best selling park board, built for the backcountry. Popster core, Sintered base, and a Tapered Twin shape with Pow Rocker profile. Next time it gets deep, give your rail board a rest.
This board will make you a better rider... You can smoke your skier friends whether in bumped up death-cookie chunk or in virgin pow... get stoked for the gnar
