2027 Arbor Rooster Fish Snowboard + 2026 Cypress Binding Package

Fresh snow, tight trees, banked turns, little gullies and anything else that looks like it might throw a wall of spray. The Arbor Roosterfish x Cypress package is built for riders who want powder performance with a lot more bite than your average surfy freeride setup. The Roosterfish brings a wide, tapered shape, 3D nose hull and aggressive swallowtail for float and quick direction changes, but underneath all that surf influence is proper camber and a strong sidecut that still wants to be driven hard. The Cypress gives it the response and support to really lean on that shape, keeping the whole setup sharp when the line gets faster or more technical.

This is the Founders package for riders who like their powder riding active. Slash a bank, thread through trees, open it up through a bowl, then rail the groomer back to the lift without feeling like you’re standing on some sleepy powder toy. The board stays nimble and loose enough to redirect quickly in soft snow, while the Cypress keeps your input direct when you want to carve or put real pressure through the tail. If your perfect day is equal parts float, speed, spray and finding the weirdest line through the trees, this setup is very much speaking your language.

Want to dig deeper into the individual components? Check out the Arbor Roosterfish Snowboard and Arbor Cypress Bindings separately.

Key Features

Snowboard

• Terrain: Resort / Backcountry
• Shape: Directional, Tapered Swallowtail
• Profile: Parabolic Camber
• Flex: 5–6/10, Medium

Bindings

• Rider Ability: Intermediate to advanced
• Riding Style: Freeride / all-mountain
• Flex: 8/10, Stiff
• Entry System: Traditional two-strap

Tech Features

Snowboard

• Parabolic Camber: A set-back camber profile using five blended radii for strong edge engagement, plenty of drive and a smoother release through turns.
• 3D Nose Hull: Three-dimensional shaping through the nose helps the Roosterfish plane through deep snow and keeps the front end riding high when things get properly soft.
• Progressive Dual-Radius Sidecut: Blends two turning radii to give the board powerful edge engagement on the way into a turn with a smoother, quicker release on the way out.
• Highland II Core: A lightweight Poplar and Paulownia core designed to reduce weight while adding snap and response underfoot.
• Mixed Glassing: A layer of triaxial fibreglass on top with a layer of biaxial fibreglass underneath, combining stronger response and stability with enough torsional flex to keep the board lively through technical terrain.
• Sintered Base: High-density base material with strong wax retention, durability and speed for fast freeride lines and long run-outs.

Bindings

• System X Baseplate: Arbor’s X-shaped chassis directs rider input towards four heel-and-toe contact zones for strong edge control and efficient power transfer.
• 30% Fibreglass Reinforced Baseplate: Stiffer construction gives the Cypress the support and response needed to drive directional freeride boards properly.
• 65A System X Outsole: Firmer TPE dampening layer filters out chatter while retaining the rebound and response needed for fast, technical riding.
• Adjustable Aluminium Heelcup: Allows the boot to be centred precisely in the binding while adding strength through the heel.
• BioStrap: Plant-based ankle and toe straps provide secure boot hold with a low-profile, comfortable fit.
• Asymmetrical Freeride Highback: Pre-rotated for strong heelside response while retaining useful freedom of movement.
• 2x4 Mini Disc: Smaller mounting footprint reduces dead spots and allows the Roosterfish to flex more naturally underneath the binding.

About Arbor

Arbor has been building snowboards since 1995, with a focus on material selection, durability and reducing environmental impact. The brand has consistently prioritised sustainably sourced wood cores and bio-based resins, setting a benchmark for more responsible snowboard construction.

That philosophy carries across the lineup, from freestyle-driven models like the Metal Machine Decon through to more directional freeride shapes. Arbor boards are designed with a clear purpose and tuned for real conditions, delivering consistent feel, long-term reliability and a refined on-snow experience.

Want the bigger Arbor story? Read our Brand In Focus on Arbor Snowboards, from the way they build boards to the riding style and values behind the brand.