2027 RIDE Psychocandy Snowboard

The 2027 RIDE Psychocandy builds on the volume-shifted concept that made the Warpig so popular, but with a slightly more refined and responsive construction. Originally developed as the women’s counterpart to the Warpig, the Psychocandy now sits in the lineup as a unisex directional board that keeps the same short, wide and easy-riding philosophy while adding a bit more backbone under the hood. It’s aimed at riders who like the playful feel of volume-shifted boards but want something that feels a touch more composed and capable when the pace picks up.

The tapered directional shape and zero camber profile keep the ride feel smooth, forgiving and easy to control, while the extra width allows the board to be ridden several centimetres shorter than a traditional snowboard. That shorter length combined with the wider platform gives the Psychocandy a loose, manoeuvrable feel that works well in softer snow and tighter terrain. Under the hood, RIDE’s mix of carbon reinforcement, urethane sidewall technology and durable construction keeps the board feeling stable and damp when the snow gets rough, giving it enough backbone to stay composed while still keeping the overall ride personality relaxed and playful.

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Key Features

Terrain – All Mountain / Powder
A volume-shifted resort board designed to prioritise float, manoeuvrability and easy control across everyday resort terrain and softer snow.

Shape – Tapered Directional
The tapered directional outline improves float and drive in softer snow while helping the board release smoothly through turns.

Profile – Flat Reverse
RIDE’s Zero Camber profile keeps the board flat between the bindings, creating a stable and predictable ride feel with smooth edge engagement.

Flex – Mid
A mid flex gives the Psychocandy a balanced personality that stays forgiving and easy to ride while maintaining enough support for faster resort riding.

Tech Features

• Directional Zero Camber – A flat profile through the board that delivers predictable edge contact and a more forgiving feel while maintaining stability.
• Tapered Bi-Radial Sidecut – A tuned sidecut that combines a wider nose with a narrower tail to improve turn initiation, control and float in softer snow.
• Sintered, Stone Ground Base – A durable sintered base finished with a stone grind for improved speed and glide across varying snow conditions.
• Bio-Resin – A plant-based epoxy that reduces environmental impact while maintaining strong bonding performance in the board’s construction.
• Performance™ Light Core – A lightweight wood core combining Paulownia and Aspen to reduce weight while keeping strength and durability intact.
• Carbon Slimewalls® – RIDE’s urethane sidewall system enhanced with carbon placement to increase response while still delivering vibration damping and durability.
• Double Impact Plates – Reinforcement under each binding area to increase compressive strength and reduce the risk of damage in high-stress zones.
• Carbon Array 5™ – Carbon stringers positioned at the binding zone distribute rider input to the contact points for stronger edge control and response.
• Carbon Infused Glass – Fiberglass with integrated carbon strands increases snap and response without significantly increasing stiffness.
• Roll-In Construction – A manufacturing process that integrates the topsheet into the sidewall structure to improve durability and reduce weight.

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About RIDE Snowboards

RIDE Snowboards has been part of modern snowboarding since the early 1990s, building a reputation around durable construction and boards designed to perform in real resort conditions. The brand has always focused on practical engineering, developing technologies like Slimewalls® and carbon reinforcement systems that prioritise strength, stability and longevity.

That design philosophy runs across the entire lineup. RIDE boards tend to combine progressive shaping with construction that feels solid and damp underfoot, creating boards that stay composed when the terrain gets rough while still feeling lively enough to keep riding fun.

The Psychocandy fits squarely into that approach. It takes the volume-shifted concept popularised by the Warpig and pairs it with RIDE’s durable construction and damping-focused tech, creating a board that feels playful, capable and easy to ride for a wide range of resort conditions.