DESCRIPTION
A SWALLOW TAIL FROM THE FUTURE
The Dart is inspired by classic retro powder shapes, but it’s built with a modern twist. It may have a very powder-oriented aesthetic at first glance, but it’s actually a highly versatile ripper for slaying turns both on and off-piste. It’s the perfect shape for riders who are looking to focus on their turning style, while driving out of turns with speed in all types of snow conditions.
The wide frame, setback and taper offer maximum float and a relaxed riding experience in deep powder. The extra width also reduces toe and heel drag on groomers, enabling you to go low when carving. The deep swallow tail is playful when releasing out the back in soft snow, while also allowing a tighter radius at the end of your turns.
PRODUCT DETAILS
DESIGNED FOR: Intermediate - Expert / Powder, Backcountry, Trees, Carving
SHAPE: Directional
FLEX: 7/10
BASE: Sintered 2000 Base
CAMBER PROFILE: FLOAT CAMBER, which curves into a rocker shape in the nose. This profile helps you stay on top in deep powder while maintaining speed throughout the turn. The camber under-foot offers grip and stability on hard-pack and in variable conditions, while the early rise in the nose allows for an easy initiation of turns.
Optional: We recommend trying to ride this shape with more weight on the front foot.
BINDING MOUNT: 4x2 12-Pack
CONSTRUCTION: Biaxial fiberglass, UV laquer topsheet, poplar light wood core, and a high-end perlatec base is the tried-and-tested combination of our durable materials we use to enable that perfect turn.
SIZE GUIDE
|
Length (cm) |
140 |
152 |
156 |
160 |
164 |
|
Effective Edge (mm) |
1050 |
1160 |
1200 |
1230 |
1260 |
|
Running Length (mm) |
930 |
1030 |
1060 |
1090 |
1120 |
|
Nose Width (mm) |
301 |
308 |
324 |
328 |
332 |
|
Waist Width (mm) |
252 |
259 |
269 |
278 |
276 |
|
Tail Width (mm) |
273 |
289 |
293 |
305 |
303 |
|
Avg. Sidecut Radius (m) |
8,1 |
8,1 |
8,2 |
8,6 |
8,6 |
|
Setback (mm) |
20 |
20 |
20 |
20 |
20 |
|
Taper (mm) |
18 |
19 |
31 |
23 |
28 |
|
Recommended Stance (cm) |
54 |
55 |
55 |
55 |
55 |
|
Adjust. Stance Range (cm) |
49-63 |
50-64 |
50-64 |
50-64 |
50-64 |
|
Board Weight (kg) |
2,5 |
2,7 |
2,9 |
3 |
3,1 |
|
Rider Weight Range (kg) |
40 - 60 kg |
50 - 80 kg |
55 - 90 kg |
65 - 95 kg |
65 - 95 kg |
This chart shows the range in what each size can handle. It is never our intention to categorise riders and their preferences. Our philosophy of snowboarding is to try new shapes, lengths, widths, and to keep an open mind for alternative riding experiences; however, we do have some limits to consider so that your board will work as it was designed to.
Your weight plays a major role in how the board will flex, and your shoe size will affect toe and heel drag when turning. The below size chart is for reference only, as our recommendations may vary depending on your stance and riding ability.
RIDER REFERENCES
Spencer O’Brien – Dart 156
Height & Weight: 152cm, 72kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 40 / US 9 women’s, regular, +12 / -9 (-3 or 6 if pow board), width 21.5 inches / 54cm
Bindings: Union Team / Union Expedition
Marko Reck – Dart 156
Height & Weight: 183cm, 75 kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 43/ US 10, regular, +21 / 0 width 55cm (very long legs ; )
Bindings:Union Atlas /Karakoram Prime
Atsufumi Mizuno – Dart 156
Height & Weight: 170cm 71kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 43 / US 9, +27° +12° regular 50cm wide
Bindings: Flux XV, Karakoram SP
Thomas Stöckli – Dart 160
Height & Weight: 171cm, 70kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 43 / US 9 goofy, +27 / +12, width 50cm
Bindings: Union, Flux, Spark
James Niederberger – Dart 160
Height & Weight: 178 cm, 75kg
Boot size & Stance: EUR 43 / US 10, +25 / +5, width 50-52cm
Bindings: Union Team / Spark
Nicholas Wolken – Dart 164
Height & Weight 177cm, 67kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 42 / US 8.5 regular, changing positive angles and stances
Bindings: Union Team, Flux XV, Spark, Phantom