2026 Ride Compact Snowboard
2026 Ride Compact Snowboard
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Ride Compact Snowboard – Playful, Smooth, and Easy to Ride
The Ride Compact is a soft-flexing directional all-mountain board, perfect for riders of all ability levels who want to have fun and progress on the mountain. Its forgiving design makes it easy to control and maneuver, making it ideal for cruising groomers, hitting side hits, or venturing into the park.
With its standard camber profile, the Compact offers reliable pop and control while maintaining a smooth, easygoing feel. The Quadratic Sidecut enhances edge grip and turn initiation, while Slimewalls® provide impact absorption and durability. Ideal for first turners to intermediate riders, the Compact is designed to help you feel confident and in control in any condition.
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Specifications:
- Shape: Directional Standard Camber
- Flex: Mellow
- Terrain: All-Mountain / Powder
Key Features:
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Directional Shape: A directional shape with a softer nose for smooth turn initiation and enhanced powder float, offering improved stability and control for all-mountain riding.
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Mellow Flex: A mellow flex designed for a forgiving, playful ride, perfect for all-mountain fun and easy turn initiation.
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Standard Camber: A traditional camber profile with added rocker in the nose and tail from the contact points that provides excellent stability, pop, and edge hold without sacrificing ease of turn entry.
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Performance™ Light Core: A blend of Aspen, Bamboo, and Paulownia woods delivers a light and strong core that provides durability, snap, and edge-to-edge responsiveness.
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Slimewalls®: RIDE’s exclusive urethane sidewalls absorb impacts and provide increased durability, offering a smoother, more controlled ride by reducing harsh vibrations and chattering on all surfaces.
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Biaxial Glass: A softer, more forgiving fiberglass layup that keeps the board playful and fun to ride.
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Stone Ground Extruded Base: Low-maintenance and durable, designed to keep you riding fast with minimal upkeep, and pre-ground for better glide.
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Quadratic Sidecut: This sidecut combines multiple radii, improving turn initiation and exit while providing optimal grip and control throughout the turn.
- Roll-In Construction: Increases overall board strength, reduces weight, and prevents topsheet chipping for added durability.
Size Chart:
| 2026 Ride – Compact | |||||||
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| Board Size (cm) | Rider Weight (kg) | Effective Edge (cm) | Tip / Waist / Tail (cm) | Taper (cm) | Sidecut Radius (m) | Reference Stance (cm) | Setback (cm) |
| 142 | 32–50 | 103.7 | 27.5 / 23.8 / 27.5 | 0.0 | 9.3 / 6.8 / 9.3 | 48.3 | 0.0 |
| 146 | 39–59 | 107.6 | 27.9 / 24.0 / 27.9 | 0.0 | 9.4 / 6.9 / 9.4 | 50.8 | 0.0 |
| 150 | 45–68 | 110.1 | 28.3 / 24.2 / 28.3 | 0.0 | 9.5 / 7.0 / 9.5 | 53.3 | 0.0 |
About Ride Snowboards
Since its founding in 1992, Ride Snowboards has been at the forefront of snowboard innovation, constantly pushing the limits of design and performance. Known for pioneering technologies like Slimewalls® and Metal Slim Walls, Ride is committed to building boards that are as durable as they are high-performing. With a focus on quality materials and cutting-edge construction, Ride boards are engineered to excel in any condition, from groomed runs to deep powder.
Ride Snowboards isn't just about the ride; it’s about fostering a culture of progression and creativity. By combining performance, durability, and style, Ride has become the go-to brand for riders seeking versatility across all terrains. With a history of pushing boundaries and a future driven by innovation, Ride continues to lead the way in the snowboard industry.
