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- Nice lots of grip
- Steers great on the piste as well as in the powder.
- Widely applicable
- Sintered base

Everything about the Never Summer Proto FR
Everything about the Never Summer Proto FR
Ever heard of camber? The Never Summer Proto FR has no less than three! You will undergo a transformation in the way you look at snowboarding.

The Triple Camber profile of the Proto Fr is a technological masterpiece that combines the power of three different camber zones.

This directional board is made for the rider looking for the best performance on groomers, bowls, trees, and steep slopes.
Discover the Never Summer Proto FR.
The Never Summer Proto FR is the snowboard for riders who want top performance on groomed slopes, in bowls, between trees, and on steep inclines. This directional board is designed to help you excel on the mountain, regardless of the conditions. With features like a ¾ inch setback, 5 mm taper, and Front End Rise and Float Mechanics, the FR offers excellent floatation in deep powder and slush, while Triple Camber provides unparalleled carving power.
What makes the Proto FR truly stand out is the use of innovative technologies and materials that can compete with the latest NASA technology. This snowboard is equipped with an advanced tech package, including carbon and damping elements, making it quickly become the flagship freeride board of Never Summer.
The Proto FR offers a combination of features that make it a versatile and powerful board. The setback and taper allow you to glide effortlessly through powder while maintaining control on technical descents. The Front End Rise and Float Mechanics lift you above the snow, allowing you to keep floating even in the deepest powder and slush.
Triple Camber
When it comes to carving power, the Triple Camber is a game changer. This profile offers unprecedented grip and responsiveness, allowing you to make razor-sharp turns and race down the slope with confidence.
Whether you are an experienced freerider or looking to elevate your skills, the Never Summer Proto FR is the ultimate companion on the mountain. It is a board designed to deliver top performance, regardless of the conditions, and will take you to new heights in your snowboarding adventures.
In short, the Proto FR embodies Never Summer's passion for innovation and quality. If you are looking for the best of the best in freeriding, look no further. The Proto FR is ready to transform your snowboarding experience and provide you with unparalleled performance.
Size charts
| 156 | 160 | 157W | 161W | 164 | 165W | 162XW | 166XW | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nose / tail (cm) | 30.3/29.8 | 30.5/30 | 31.1/30 | 31.4/30.9 | 30.8/30.2 | 31.6/31 | 33.1/32.6 | 33.1/32.6 |
| Waist width (cm) | 25.6 | 25.8 | 26.4 | 26.6 | 26 | 26.8 | 28.4 | 28.4 |
| Effective edge (cm) | 118 | 122 | 119 | 123 | 127 | 127 | 122 | 127 |
| Sidecut | VARIO 724 | VARIO 759 | VARIO 724 | VARIO 758 | VARIO 793 | VARIO 795 | VARIO 752 | VARIO 795 |
| Taper (cm) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |

Technical Specifications
Nidecker Snowboards offers you an extra year of warranty against manufacturing defects. Register your board HERE to extend your warranty from two to three years.
The Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base from Never Summer is an advanced sintered snowboard base, valued for its durability and speed. It offers excellent glide performance thanks to its smooth surface and low friction coefficient, while also effectively absorbing wax for long-lasting performance.
Combination of Poplar, Paulownia, Bamboo, and birch wood. The types of wood are light and strong. Additionally, the bamboo provides extra strength and pop in the board.
Bi-lite fiberglass is a lightweight fiberglass fabric used in the construction of Never Summer snowboards. This material provides the right balance between strength and weight, allowing snowboarders to experience optimal control and responsiveness on various terrains and in different conditions.
Combines 5 different radii along the edge to make the entire edge effective when it is bent, making it ideal for a deep to shallow to flat to shallow to deep ride.
The Triple Camber Fusion profile consists of a third camber area flanked by two small rockers, connected to an early rising transition zone in the nose. The result is a fully balanced ride that you won't find in any other profile. Triple Camber makes optimal use of your entire edge. The primary edge grip starts from the middle of the board.
A directional shape provides improved performance and stability when riding in one direction, especially in freeriding and on powder snow.



