2025 Arbor Padre Snowboard Review
From playful circle turns to high-speed Euro carves, the 2025 Arbor Padre offers that reliable edgehold and lively rebound for riders who appreciate a board that blends creativity with control.
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Julius Caesar: park rat, big mountain soul rider, or all-rounder ATV type? When old Julius C. invented Leap Year he didn’t put Leap Day in August, so it’s safe to assume he was trying to squeeze in an extra pow day. That’s all it could be. The math checks out and it’s pretty much a slam dunk that our guy Julius was a shredder. For that – and the salad – we thank you, Caesar.
Thursday, February 29th is our bonus day and there’s every reason to be on the hill sliding sideways. The snowpack will be hefty, the temps perfect, with lighter midweek crowds to navigate. The only thing to figure out is what board to ride. Luckily we at evo have had the opportunity to test out heaps of new gear and we know you really can’t go wrong.
The 24/25 season has something for every rider: Big mountain directional cannons for TradCam fans with dadcams, 3D ultra rockered spoons of doom for those no-look stomp walkers, and everything in between. From hyper-focused precision tools that specialize in a narrow subset of snow conditions to set-and-forget do-it-all boards – here's what you have to look forward to. May you celebrate Leap Day riding one!
Once you've gotten the lowdown on your favorite brands, check out our Field Tested Reviews for a deep dive on the most hotly anticipated gear.
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Thursday, February 29th is our bonus day and there’s every reason to be on the hill sliding sideways. The snowpack will be hefty, the temps perfect, with lighter midweek crowds to navigate. The only thing to figure out is what board to ride. Luckily we at evo have had the opportunity to test out heaps of new gear and we know you really can’t go wrong.
The 24/25 season has something for every rider: Big mountain directional cannons for TradCam fans with dadcams, 3D ultra rockered spoons of doom for those no-look stomp walkers, and everything in between. From hyper-focused precision tools that specialize in a narrow subset of snow conditions to set-and-forget do-it-all boards – here's what you have to look forward to. May you celebrate Leap Day riding one!
Once you've gotten the lowdown on your favorite brands, check out our Field Tested Reviews for a deep dive on the most hotly anticipated gear.
2025 Arbor Snowboards & Bindings
Arbor have some great looking boards for the 24/25 season, starting with the Padre. Designed in collaboration with long-time friend of evo, Erik Leon, the Padre draws inspiration from Japanese snowboarding culture. With a directional shape, set-back stance, and powerful camber profile, this is a high performance deck for low angle carving and surfing pow alike.
The Verado is a new all mountain ripper that offers a different take on the Veda. Utilizing the same outline., the Verado flips the camber profile around for riders who prefer a surfier style. The Coda gets an update with Pat Moore giving it his stamp of approval. A directional all mountain shape provides riders with the tools to get in and out of dicey spots, and if you need a little more oomph, there’s an upgraded version with dual carbon stringers and carbon vector netting through the nose for improved power and response.
Last but not least, Arbor has something for park and street riders to look forward to. The all new Metal Machine is built to be thrashed on rails and concrete with a classic true twin shape aimed at everyday freestyle riders.
- New 2025 Arbor Padre Snowboard
- New 2025 Arbor Verado Snowboard
- New 2025 Arbor Metal Machine Snowboard
- Revamped 2025 Arbor Coda Snowboard and 2025 Arbor Carbon Coda Snowboard
2025 Bataleon Snowboards, Boots & Bindings
The big news for 24/25 is the launch of Bataleon snowboard boots, and our feet could not be more stoked. The boots look incredible and feel even better, while BOA and traditional lace options mean there’s something for every rider to sink their toes into. From heat-moldable liners and to feature-laden shells, these puppies have everything you expect from a top-end boot in 2025. TLDR; Bataleon knocked it out of the park!
As usual from Bataleon, there are also some spicy new boards to look forward to. The Chameleon is a super versatile directional all mountain board with an interesting miniature split tail shape. Looks like it should be a blast in soft snow! The Turbo, meanwhile, is a high-performance all-mountain freestyle board stacked with Bataleon’s most cutting edge technology. As the stiffest and most responsive board in the lineup, this one is not for the faint of heart, but more advanced riders will appreciate its big air and slopestyle chops.
Elsewhere, the Thunderstorm, Moodboard, and Surfer are all updated with new shapes. We’re especially stoked on the new Surfer, which takes Bataleon’s progressive 3D shaping to the next level. That swallowtail, though!
- Bataleon Snowboard Boots!!!
- New 2025 Bataleon Chameleon Snowboard
- New 2025 Bataleon Turbo Snowboard
- Updated Thunderstorm, Moodboard & Surfer shapes
2025 Bent Metal Snowboard Bindings
Bindings are the unsung hero of snowboarding, and Bent Metal have what you need to get the most out of your setup in the 24/25 season. The all new Beam features a forgiving all mountain flex and solid team tested components, all at an accessible price. This binding is a great choice for intermediate all mountain riders on the hunt for reliable, affordable gear! The Anvil is Bent Metal’s other new offering, a lightweight yet powerful medium flexing freestyle binding built to send and stomp all over the mountain. If you’re the dedicated parkrat in your crew, this one’s for you.
2025 Burton Snowboards, Boots & Bindings
Burton continue to make waves in the freeride category with three brand new boards in the acclaimed Family Tree line. The Family Tree Alekesam is a directional, surf-inspired shape designed in collaboration with Selema Masekela. It's engineered for all-mountain riding with a range of sizes to satisfy different styles and preferences. The Family Tree High Fidelity takes its inspiration from the Natural Selection Tour. This is the pick for big mountain riding, delivering maximum speed, control, and power for those who dare to charge in steep, spicy terrain. Burton bills the Family Tree Channel Surfer as "the next generation of snowboarding", and we have to agree that this board looks wild! It's the latest 3D shape to come from Burton's R&D team, with 3D elements from tip to tail and a huge surface area for incredible float in the deepest powder.
2025 CAPiTA Snowboards & Splitboards
CAPiTA goes a little quiet in 24/25, but don’t be fooled – targeted updates to their existing line means there’s plenty to look forward to, along with some characteristically sick graphics. Fan favorites like the DOA. and Super DOA receive an all new carbon weave Hybrid HolySheet™ layup, while the Super DOA and Aeronaut also CAPiTA’s toughest HyperDrive™ ADV XT base. The Outerspace Living and Paradise boards are both updated with new shaping, cementing them as the go-to pick for resort ripping intermediate riders ready to step up to bigger, badder freeride terrain.
2025 GNU Snowboards
It’s time for that new GNU and our friends over in Sequim, Washington are only too happy to oblige. First up is the Something GNU, a directional all mountain freerider with a nice throwback feel. This board takes inspiration from Mike Olsons early 80s finless designs, combining it with everything GNU has learned from 40 years of board building. Fine tuned progressive sidecuts provide forgiving turn entry and finlike hold in the tail, while a long smooth tip and tapered swallow deliver epic float and control in pow. Next is the new C-Money, a park-shredding twin capable of taking on the whole mountain. This is the cambered cousin of the popular Money board, meaning it shares the same construction and dimensions but trades out Hybrid C2 contour for GNU’s poppy C3 Camber profile. It’s the same story for the new Gloss-C, which adds C3 camber to the existing Gloss. The C-Money and Gloss-C are the boards to reach for if you prefer the full throated energy and pop of camber!
2025 Jones Snowboards, Splitboards & Bindings
Jones is at it again! Their updates are performance oriented and cater to what the people want: quality boards for every shape and size, eco materials, and lineups that make sense for the ever changing snow. The “Ultra” series is now the “Pro” series. This change comes with new materials, Koroyd and an updated flex pattern. The pro boards are more aggressive than the “regular” models and the name change aims to reflect that. Beyond the Pro, Storm Chaser gets a quote, “second coming.” This board now features a longer swallowtail and a Surf Camber profile.
For new Boards, the Women’s Tweaker and Mens Tweaker Pro expand the collection of true twins built for high-speed freestyle riding. The Pro features true camber, Koroyd, and a power core, while the Women’s Tweaker features a slightly softer flex and a Control core with full wood construction. The all-new Rally Cat comes in men's and women’s versions. A directional twin made for quickly progressing riders, it’s playful, full camber, and soft enough for easy turns with enough oomph for hitting the big runs.
Plus, ALL snowboards and splitboards are now Fair Trade Certified.
- ‘Ultra’ series renamed ‘Pro’
- New Men's Tweaker Pro and Women’s Tweaker
- New Rally Cat Men's and Women's
- Updated 2025 Jones Storm Chaser Snowboard
- All snowboards and splitboards are now Fair Trade Certified
2025 K2 Snowboards, Boots & Bindings
Our buddies up the road at K2 always deliver the goods, and the 24/25 season is no exception. This year they drop three exciting new boards targeting the everyday all mountain rider.
First up is the Almanac, which replaces the old Party Platter. This is a versatile daily driver with a volume shifted design, so you'll want to size down about 3-5cm from your usual size. The volume shifted design means it's super nimble in tight spots without sacrificing float, and K2 adds tip-to-tail carbon backbone reinfircement for durability and pop. A notch tail provides a little extra float when the getting's good, and gender inclusive sizing means there's something for everyone.
Next up is the Embassy. This is an all mountain ripper aimed at intermediate to advanced riders. A classic directional twin shape means this board excels in a wide variety of terrain, from groomers to park to pow. If you prefer to have one board to rule them all, the Embassy is an awesome do-it-all choice.
Last but not least is the Extravision. This women's board features K2's Rhythm Core, which is specifically designed to compliment the mechanics and riding style of women riders. This medium-flexing board combines a directional twin shape with Directional Combination Camber for smooth all mountain performance, with a carbon laminate to boost stability and edge-hold.
2025 Lib Tech Snowboards & Splitboards
Our friends at Mervin have been creating snowboards for decades, and they have some great new boards in store for the 24/25 season.
The Legitimizer is a brand new freestyle specialist combining the playful maneuverability of the Box Scratcher with the stability and pop of the Box Knife. This cambered twin will help you hone your tricks in the park and on the streets. The women’s Theda is a directional board engineered to handle everything the resort can throw at you. A floaty nose and C2 hybrid contour combine to rise above pow, chop, and chunder, making this an capable platform for any rider to showcase their all mountain skills. Finally, the Escalator is an all new split for the touring crowd. This one features mild camber, a little taper taper, and a short overall length to keep things light, nimble, and floaty in backcountry pow.
2025 Never Summer Snowboards
You don't have to live in the Rockies to appreciate Never Summer, and they have some awesome new shapes to look out for in 24/25.
The V-Twin (that's right, there's a "V" at both tip and tail) is a mid-flexing twin that delivers the goods going either direction. This one has Triple Camber and extended contact points for maximum edge-hold on firm ground. The Nokhu is born and bred for deep day maneuverability, pairing a large surface area with a shorter running surface for quick, nimble moves. A broad, rockered nose and tapered shape boost float even further, making this the pick for soft snow freeriding. Finally, the Easy Rider is a slightly softer flexing and more forgiving version of Never Summer's Triple Camber Twin. This is a classic do-it-all all mountain board designed to satisfy in a wide variety of terrain and conditions, making it a great choice for daily driver duty.
2025 Nidecker Snowboards, Boots & Bindings
As with the existing Supermatic, the magic lies in its Drop In technology. TLDR, these bindings are super easy to get in and out of. As you recline the highback, the straps are actively lifted out of the way, and when you step in a closing mechanism automatically locks everything in place. When it’s time to go, you hit the lever on the side to unlock and lift your boot right out. Crazy convenient, and now with the Carbon Supermatic, more responsive than ever!
2025 Nitro Snowboards, Boots & Bindings
Nitro celebrates the 10 year anniversary of the all conquering Quiver series with the launch of a new environmental initiative dubbed Quiver Eco Lab. All Quiver series boards will utilize more post-industrial recycled materials than ever, putting leftover materials back into production and significantly cutting down on factory waste. The bases and topsheets consist of 85% and 90% recycled content respectively, and it’s all held together by Nitro’s new EcoPoxy 33 resin, containing over 33% plant and vegetable derived matter. We love to see it!
The Alternator was one of the finest boards to come out last season, and is already a favorite of Nitro’s team riders. A moderately stiff flex and full camber profile give the Alternator tons of pop and the power to drive from turn to turn, while a new Alternator x Volcom collab provides another head-turning option.
Elsewhere, there’s an all new Future Team Pro Marcus Kleveland board for skilled younger riders to sink their teeth into. This board features the same shape and design as the adult version, perfect for ambitious groms. If bindings aren’t your thing, it might be time to give powsurfing a try. The Nitro x Konvoi Surfer offers a floaty, easily controllable ride with a highly functional rocker and channel profile, designed in collaboration with powsurfing specialists, Konvoi.
2025 Public Snowboards
Although largely known as a core freestyle brand, Public has been making moves to broaden its appeal in recent years. Last season saw the release of its first freeride board, the Research, and this season sees Danyale Patterson – aka Jibgurl – get her first pro-model deck. The Public Snowboards Jibgurl is a playful, medium-soft flexing board with fat stacks of style and swag, perfect for jibbing everything in sight.
- New 2025 Public Snowboards Jibgurl Snowboard - Women's
2025 Ride Snowboards, Boots & Bindings
If you liked the Deep Fake but wish it had just a little more chill, you're in luck! The all new Moderator is a softer, more easygoing version of the Deep Fake, making it a significantly more accessible option for intermediate riders. It sports the same directional all mountain shape and lightweight build that makes the Deep Fake so good, with a little less oomph for riders who don't need quite as much power. This one comes in unisex sizing ranging from 144 - 165W, which means you have no excuse not to pick one up!
2025 Rome Snowboards & Bindings
Rome drop into 24/25 with a handful of new and updated boards to round out their collection. The new Pro Collection gets a new member in the Ravine Pro, an amped up version of the already popular Ravine. This freerider is reinforced with Carbon Omega HorRods and Directional Flax Walls to stiffen things up for fast, aggressive riding. The fan favorite Stale Crewzer gets a small refresh with a few tweaks to the tail shape and overall profile to help it feel more balanced. This one is Ståle Sandbech’s daily driver for responsive all mountain performance.
2025 Rossignol Snowboards & Splitboards
Rossignol have some awesome boards to look forward to in the 24/25 season, starting with Xavier De Le Rue's brand new signature model, the XV Slashimi. This all mountain freerider offers a different feel to the existing Sashimi, featuring a narrower profile, tighter sidecut, and longer tail for a looser, more playful ride. Its directional twin profile is crazy versatile, making it the perfect everyday board for intermediate to expert riders who shred all over the mountain.
The Revenant gets a makeover with a new shape and revamped camber profile. The new profile is almost full camber from tip to tail (up from approximately 40%), which delivers greater power, precision, grip, and pop for all mountain riding. Elsewhere, there are updates to the Ampage, UltraViolet, Alias, and Scan boards.
- New 2025 Rossignol XV Slashimi Snowboard
- Updated 2025 Rossignol Revenant Snowboard
- Updated Ampage, UltraViolet, Alias, and Scan Snowboards
2025 Salomon Snowboards, Boots & Bindings
Boards
For the 24/25 season, Salomon introduced a few new items but seemed to focus on finetuning their established lineup. Salomon’s two new boards include the Dancehaul Pro, which is a harder-charging Dancehaul, and the Kickback. The Dancehaul Pro features a slightly more responsive flex, Salomon’s fastest base material, and a stealthier colorway. The Salomon Kickback distinguishes itself with a budget-friendly price, dampening rubber pads, and softer-flex for park riders.
Of the many updates, one of the most dramatic glow ups comes to the classic Salomon Sickstick. The new Sickstick is a more in line with it's original shape, ditching the swallowtail and exposed bamboo topsheet and adding a colorful recycled base. The other HPS boards got similar treatments, rendering the line nearly unrecognizable in a great way.
The Rumblefish, Craft, Assassin, and Assassin Pro snowboards were also updated ever so slightly - we’re talking a few centimeters or millimeters, and rubber in the Rumblefish. Salomon primarily altered the contact point and nose length on these boards, though, so a few millimeters can make quite a difference. The women’s lineup does take a hit, however, with the removal of the HPS Annie Boulanger board, but Salomon compensated by adding many more sizes to the Sickstick, which is a superior board for all genders anyways.
Boots
The X Approach Lace SJ Boa boot is a new unisex freestyle boot that gives the people what they want - less Boas and less heel lift (thanks to STR8JKT Pro). Though it’s classified as unisex, we will see if the X Approach accommodates women’s lower calves or if it’s simply a men’s boot in disguise. The Launch Boa SJ Boa and Ivy Boa SJ Boa boots receive small but substantial upgrades as well, from STR8JKT to STR8JKT Pro to further eliminate heel lift.
Bindings
Salomon is introducing a new binding for both men and women, the EDB (Every Day Binding). It’s a no-fuss, timeless binding that will serve riders in a variety of conditions, thanks to its mid-flex and tool-free adjustments. The freestyle Pact and women’s Spell bindings also receive a few small updates, notably a Supreme Lite ankle strap.
- New 2025 Rossignol Dancehaul Pro Snowboard
- New 2025 Rossignol Kickback Snowboard
- Updated Sickstick, Assassin, Assassin Pro, Rumblefish, and Craft Snowboards
- New X Approach Lace SJ BOA Unisex Boots
- Updated Launch BOA SJ Boa and Ivy BOA SJ Boa Boots
- New EDB Binding for Men and Women
- Updated Pact and Spell Bindings
2025 Season Snowboards, Splitboards, & Bindings
Season prides itself on crafting simple, functional gear that's built to last. For 24/25, they have a brand new snowboard aimed at riders just starting out on their snowboarding journey: the Season Primer. This board features a classic twin shape with 5mm of setback for a comfortable, stable feeling in all snow conditions. Its dual digressive sidecut is tuned for smooth turn initiation, with a tight turn radius at the waist and a longer turn radius at tip and tail. This profile creates a relaxed and predictable feel at low edge angles, with a lively and energetic feel as you dig deeper into the carve. All in all, the Primer is a great choice for beginner to intermediate riders stoked to progress their skills every time they head to the mountain.
The rest of the Season lineup returns unchanged with a board for all occasions: the all-terrain Nexus, the swallowtail-shaped Forma, the powerful Aero, the freestyle-friendly Kin, and the lightweight Pass splitboard. All snowboards come in full unisex size runs, which means there's truly something for every rider.
If you haven't checked out Season yet, now is the time!
2025 thirtytwo Snowboard Boots
thirtytwo is one of the most reliable brands in the game with a great fit for every rider. For the 24/25 season they develop a new power strap liner closure system available in four different fits, and drop some fresh new colorways with rider inspired camo and tie-dye, as well as some sweet new prints on rider signature series collabs.
2025 Union Snowboard Bindings
Union has spent the last few years releasing brand new bindings at a steady clip as well as overhauling and refreshing old favorites. The 24/25 season sees themlean into the latter, with some nice updates to existing models. First up are Travis Rice’s go-to Falcor bindings, which have been fully redesigned from the ground up. Brand new baseplates, highbacks, straps and hardware have been specifically tailored to fit Travis’ hard charging style, so if you’re all about pulling big freestyle maneuvers on big features on big lines, these should be for you. Key features include Union’s all-new 2 Layer baseplate construction, asymmetrical bushings underfoot, and powerful Asym Forged Hybrid Highbacks.
Elsewhere, look out for component upgrades on the Atlas and Atlas Pro bindings. The Atlas gets a new S22 Duraflex CB Highback and both bindings get new ankle and toe straps to block you in for the ride. It’s a similar story for the men’s STR and women’s Juliet bindings – these beginner friendly bindings both get new ankle and toe straps.
2025 United Shapes Snowboards
If your tastes tend toward minimalism and vibes, chances are you're a United Shapes rider. We dig the simple, stripped down aesthetic and cerebral approach to riding, so we can't wait to check out the new Object snowboard. This soft-flexing twin is an approachable freestyle board for riders of all abilities, from dedicated shredders to weekend warriors. It's engineered to bring a fun, playful slant to everyday riding in the park or anywhere else on the mountain. Elsewhere, the Experiment is United Shape's take on a classic fish design, featuring a girthy waist, healthy amount of taper, and zippy sidecut for a nimble and responsive ride This one is optimized for the deepest days, perfect for that dream trip to Japan.
- New 2025 United Shapes Object Snowboard
- New 2025 United Shapes Experiment Snowboard
2025 Vans Snowboard Boots
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Whether you're buying your first snowboard or your 50th, these 2025 snowboards, boots, and bindings provide a ton of great options. From awesome variety of fun directional shapes, to the continued development of women's boards, there is truly a snowboard for every type of rider in 2025. These products are just a small preview of the 2024/2025 snowboard gear, too, with much more set to come through the pipeline as Winter approaches. Stay tuned to catch all the new gear as it's released.
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