2026 Arbor Mantra Snowboard

Arbor Mantra Snowboard – The Most Accessible and Well-Versed All-Mountain Ride

The Arbor Mantra is built for riders ready to step up their all-mountain riding with a smooth, confident feel. Featuring Arbor’s System Camber profile and a mid flex, the Mantra delivers reliable edge hold, easy energy transfer, and control you can trust as you build skills across the mountain.

Designed to be accessible without holding you back, the Mantra’s directional twin shape and lightweight construction give it a lively, versatile ride. It’s stable at speed, playful when you want it to be, and quick to respond as you take on more challenging terrain.

Finished with Arbor’s signature eco-friendly materials and timeless shaping, the Mantra is a no-nonsense progression platform that makes getting better feel natural.

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Specifications:

• Terrain: Resort
• Shape: Directional Twin
• Profile: System Camber
• Stiffness: 5-6/10

Key Features:

• Directional Twin Shape: A shape that’s slightly stiffer in the tail, providing a playful ride while still offering the ability to ride in both directions with ease.
• Flex (5–6/10): A mid-range flex that balances playfulness and control, offering stability for all-mountain riding with enough give for freestyle progression.
• System Camber: A classic combination of Arbor's parabolic camber profile with slightly lifted contact points that gives you great edge control, stability, and pop, so you can ride with confidence whether you're carving or cruising.
• Grip Tech 2.25mm Contact Points: Strategically placed contact points that provide additional grip and control, especially on icy or variable snow conditions.
• Highland II Core: A lightweight, premium blend of Poplar and Paulownia woods reduces weight while maintaining the strength and durability necessary for high-speed runs and powerful turns.
• Real Wood Powerply: Arbor’s signature wood topsheet not only enhances performance but also adds a unique, natural aesthetic to your ride.
• Mixed Glassing: A combination of triaxial and biaxial fiberglass creates a responsive flex that adapts across powder, hardpack, and park, ensuring the board handles a variety of snow conditions.
• Sintered Base: Built for speed and durability, the sintered base glides effortlessly across all snow types, keeping you moving fast even in lower-angle terrain.
• 360° Fully Wrapped Sidewalls: These sidewalls add extra durability and smoothness, giving you a stronger, longer-lasting ride.
• Grip Tech 2.25mm Contact Points: Strategically placed contact points that provide additional grip and control, especially on icy or variable snow conditions.
• Fender 3° Technology: Elevates the board's contact points for improved turn initiation and maneuverability in both powder and aggressive terrain.
• Recycled Steel Edges: Tough, eco-friendly edges that give you the grip and control you need for carving without harming the environment.
• Bio Resin: Arbor uses a bio-based resin to reduce their carbon footprint, making the Formula Decon as sustainable as it is fun.
• Wend Natural Wax: The board is factory-waxed with all-natural wax, so it’s ready to go straight out of the box.
• Factory Tuned: The board comes tuned at the factory with detuned contact points for a smoother, catch-free ride.
• 2x4 10-Pack Inserts: A versatile stance range allows riders to dial in their preferred stance with 10 insert options for precise adjustment.

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About Arbor Collective:

Since 1995, Arbor has built snowboards with a focus on sustainability, craftsmanship, and real performance. As the first action sports brand to prioritize environmental responsibility, they pioneered the use of FSC-certified wood, bio-resins, and recycled materials—long before it was trendy. Today, Arbor continues to evolve, blending timeless shaping with fresh design and a team of riders pushing their boards to new limits.

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