Arbor snowboards
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If there is a brand that makes beautiful snowboards, it is Arbor. A Arbor snowboard not only looks great thanks to the wooden topsheet, but the riding characteristics are also exceptional! Arbor has been making boards in a traditional way with sustainable materials and construction methods since 1995.
What makes a Arbor snowboard so unique?
The unique thing about a Arbor snowboard is the topsheet. No two Arbor boards are the same. The brand was the first to replace the standard plastic top layer with a wood veneer. This not only looks amazing but also improves performance.
Arbor snowboards with PowerPly topsheets
The characteristic PowerPly topsheets are made from a durable wood or bamboo top layer. The natural grain provides the style Arbor is known for. The function of the PowerPly can be seen as an extra layer of fiberglass. Producing such a topsheet is a labor-intensive task. This is what makes Arbor so exclusive.
Arbor snowboards with a fast Sintered base
Arbor works with 3 types of bases. Their best and unfortunately also most expensive Sintered base snowboard provides unparalleled glide and high wax absorption. You can find this base on, for example, the Arbor Coda. In addition, there is the Crosslinked sintered base, which is actually the best of both. It really glides a lot better than a extruded base but can withstand more and is easier to repair than a Sintered base. And then of course we have the extruded base which requires less maintenance and can take a lot of abuse. This last base can be found on the Arbor Element.
Arbor snowboards with camber
Also unique to the snowboards from Arbor is that most models come in two variants: a rocker and a camber variant. Arbor snowboards with camber have a longer effective edge for maximum edge hold and powerful edge-to-edge transitions. In addition, the camber profile provides more response and pop. At the spots where the heels and toes meet the edge, the Arbor snowboards have GripTech. This makes the boards easy to steer and gives a more natural feel. To prevent Arbor boards from catching at the tip and tail, uprise fenders are installed. The edge is raised off the ground so the board digs in less quickly and the edge transition feels more natural. The GripTech together with the Uprise Fenders and the camber profile is called by Arbor The Camber System.
Arbor Snowboards with Rocker
Besides Camber, virtually every Arbor snowboard also has a rocker variant, also called parabolic rocker by Arbor. The degree of rocker tapers off toward the tip and tail. In general, rocker snowboards have less grip. This is because the effective edge is shorter. To compensate for this, Arbor has applied GripTech to snowboards. At the spots where the heels and toes press on the edge, the edge runs slightly outward. This ensures that each edge has four contact points. The combination of Rocker and GripTech is called by Arbor The Rocker System.
Stiffer Arbor Snowboards due to Carbon
Not all of their boards contain carbon, but when they do it can consist of 4 types, with a lot of carbon in a straight line or at an angle. This can provide more liveliness, stiffness, or responsiveness in a snowboard. The carbon is always integrated in combination with a suitable wood core. All wood types used for this are FSC approved.
Arbor Element
The Arbor Element is the snowboard where it all began. The Element has long been the cornerstone of the beautiful brand and can legitimately be called one of the world's best all-mountain snowboard. The rocker combined with GripTech provide a super comfortable feel without loss of grip and control. The Arbor Element pairs well with the Hemlock snowboard binding.
Arbor Coda
The Arbor Coda is a freeride snowboard that feels at home both on piste and in powder. The Camber System combines a parabolic camber with GripTech and raised edges for maximum response, precision, and grip. The Coda has a Directional Twin shape, which means the nose is slightly longer than the tail, making the board still quite rideable switch. You don't have to be afraid of not being the first down. The board is fitted with a super-fast sintered base.
Arbor Shiloh
In 2020 Arbor introduced the Shiloh for the first time. The Arbor Shiloh has exactly the same shape as its big brother Coda. The Shiloh is equipped with a Biax fiberglass while the Coda has a core stiffened with a mix of biax and triax fiber. This makes the Shiloh a bit milder and more friendly. You should definitely not underestimate the Shiloh! We think this snowboard could grow into one of the most popular Arbor snowboard in the collection.
Arbor Snowboardshop
We are proud to have this beautiful snowboard brand in our assortment.
In addition to Arbor snowboards, we also have Arbor bindings in our collection.
Do you have questions about which Arbor snowboard suits you best? Or which length is best? Feel free to contact us by phone, WhatsApp or e-mail. Of course you are also welcome in our snowboard shop in Twente. Easily accessible and you can park for free in front of the door.