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The Nidecker Instinct Series is built around the idea that nature knows best. For this unique collection, Nidecker incorporates shapes and strategies found in the natural world for a more intuitive feel on snow. The Nidecker Alpha Snowboard is the playful member of the family, blending all mountain capability with a loose and surfy freestyle feel that allows you to take flight at any moment. A subtle "drop out" in the tail outline takes its cues from the wings of a bird in flight, while the nose shape mimics that of a dolphin. If you're not already sold, a couple boops on your favorite side hits should do the job.
Surfy CamRock – Surfy CamRock delivers that special feeling of surfing on snow sought after by a new generation of freeriders. With a long rocker in the nose for optimal float and regular camber through the midsection and tail, it has all the reactivity you need to ride with lots of setback and a very short fish tail.
Flex Rating – 5 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)
NDK Swiss Core – NDK Swiss Core is the heart and soul that makes the new Instinct Series so special. Its name tells you all you need to know. This core is crafted in Switzerland with passion from sustainably harvested, light poplar wood.
Exclusive Nidactive Sandwich – This next level construction steps up the power and response of Nidecker's standard sandwich manufacturing. Adding advanced materials like Carbon and Kevlar® gives the board more pop and improved shock absorption.
Biax Plus – Biax Plus retains the properties of Nidecker's tried and tested 90° biaxial fiberglass weave with more glass to enhance power transfer. It's uncompromising in its response and energy return, and loved and coveted by riders searching for a good blend of stiff & damp wherever they rip.
Pop Carbon – Strategic placement of carbon fiber from the tail to the rear inserts, and from the nose to the front inserts, resulting in a more reactive board, with increased pop and stiffness. It's vibration dampening qualities make it ideal for more aggressive riding in all conditions.
N-7000 – Developed exclusively for Nidecker, the N-7000 is an extremely tough, sintered base with added carbon nanoparticles that provide exceptional glide.
Absorbnid – This innovative top layer has been developed to absorb unwanted vibrations allowing for responsive and dynamic boards that still give you a smooth and comfortable ride.
Matte Finish
2x4 - 6 Inserts – With 6 rows of inserts every 2 cm, this insert combination allows you to adjust your stance to the optimum position. Nidecker's reference stance is the second narrowest position.
Size (cm) | 148 | 153 | 158 | 162W |
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Waist Width (mm) | 244 | 252 | 258 | 268 |
Sidecut Radius (m) | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8 |
Stance Setback (mm) | 15 | 15 | 20 | 20 |
Rider Weight (lbs) | 110-154 | 132-165 | 154- 199 | 165+ |
Width | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular |
Looking for an aggressive all-mountain binding to explore new boundaries and push the limits? The Nidecker Kaon-Plus Snowboard Bindings are recharged and upgraded to bring riders responsive performance that can still play when you want. Falling in between a freestyle and freeride binding, the Kaon-Plus opens up the whole mountain for exploration. With a durable 3-point hybrid strap and hexo toe cap, boots get wrapped up perfectly, with total support and an immediate transfer of energy. A rockered Axis.N1bastplate keeps you from being flat-footed, optimizing energy, and further helping minimize response time. This also provides the Kaon-Plus with a playful freestyle feel.
Axis.N1-Series Baseplate – Nylon baseplate with an asymmetrical design for optimal energy transfer. Off-axis PowerBeams and asymmetrical rocker-corners offer direct and balanced power transfer.
Nylon Multidisk – 4HP + 3HP + Channel
2.5° Canted BankBeds
Asym Hadron-Hiback – Lightweight nylon hiback with asymmetrical contour to perfectly fit Nidecker's asymmetrical boot cuffs, especially at canted riding angles.
Glass-Filled Nylon Heelcup
Hybrid Powerstrap – The Hybrid Powerstrap connects the ankle strap to the toecap strap for the most efficient energy transfer into your toe-side turns and the perfect mix of control and comfort.
Hexo Toe Cap with Aux Tech – A 3D Hinged Auxetic pattern for unmatched formfitting the toebox of your boot.
Aluminum Axion Ratchets – Based on a tried and true design, Nidecker Axion ratchets with aluminum levers are smooth as butter to get you in and out of your straps with ease.
Flex Rating – 7 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)
Articulating Flex Zone – The upper boot cuff is asymmetrically connected to the lower boot allowing the ankle to flex naturally while providing support without shell distortion.A thermal insulation barrier between the outsole and the bottom of the liner keeps the warmth inside and the cold outside.
3D Molded Tongue – The asymmetrical tongue is 3D molded and curved towards the medial side, following the naturally raised ridgeline of your forefoot to alleviate pressure points and give a more balanced feel of comfort and support. An anatomically correct and asymmetrical tongue performs better than a standard straight one.
3D Molded Toe Box – These toebox designs eliminate extra layers and seams around the toe of the boot to create a durable and streamlined design with less bulk and a better FlowFit on your foot, and a better FlowFit in your bindings.
Silver Heat Moldable Liner – The redesigned Silver-Level Thermo Heat Moldable liner will conform to the shape of your foot perfectly. Premolded on a FlowFit last, this liner will remain snug where it matters most, with an internal Heel Harness that will give you optimum support. This liner offers maximum comfort and performance, featuring high-density thermo N-FOAM, Nidecker's reverse-cut asymmetrical comfort-cuff and internal multi-layer latex J-bar construction. The removable harness offers easy control of tightness and support, and the Helios model adds an exclusive Velcro top power strap closure and external EVA reinforcement panels for targeted support.
Inner Shell harness w/ Liner Velcro
H4 Coiler™ Technology
Mid Power Dual Zone Boa® Configuration – The Boa® Mid Power Dual Zone used on Helios and HeliosW features the Boa® CoilerTM Technology* over the tongue and the mid power dial on the side provides strength and power by using a larger vdial to draw tension on one lace, this configuration is providing exclusive upper and lower zonal adjustment, offering a snug fit and perfect support exactly where you want it. This Boa® Mid Power configuration features the SS2 lace*** that deliver the best precision, responsiveness, and support ,without seconds for longer and stronger days on the hill. The limited edition Helios Instinct include a black & white TX lace**.
3D-Molded Dual Density – An extra layer of high-density EVA supports the deep heel cup and anatomical arch, while comfort EVA offers more flexibility to the forefoot. Silicone top-print adds traction to the fleece-lined footbed.
B.F.T Gravity 2.0 – This super durable, all-rubber outsole is designed to support the anatomy of your foot, with N-Gel cushioning in selected models. Be it strapped in or just walking around on the snow, you’ll look as good and feel as comfortable as you do in your favorite pair of sneakers.
Rubber Backstay
8° Forward Lean (1:1 Lasting)