Are Arbor snowboards any good?
Perfect park jumps are very easy with the RX and we feel this is one of the better qualities of the Arbor Element RX. Overall the Arbor Element RX with it’s bigger sizing is a fun directional twin for all mountain freestyle riding. It’s a great board for those that want more float in powder regular or switch.
Where is Arbor snowboards from?
Venice Beach
Arbor started in 1995 in Venice Beach, CA as a brand that revolved around producing environmentally conscious products.
What are Arbor snowboards made of?
POW Tech & Pow Fenders Our signature Powerply topsheets are made with a sustainably sourced wood or bamboo topsheet. We refer to this technology as a Power Ply. The natural grain creates the style we’ve been known for since we launched in 1995.
What is a camber snowboard?
Ski & Snowboard Camber Camber is a slight upward curve in the middle of a ski or board, with the contact points – where an unweighted ski or board contacts the snow – close to the ends. Camber requires more precise turn initiation and offers superb precision with plenty of power on groomed terrain and harder snow.
What is the difference between camber and rocker snowboards?
Camber and rocker describe the curve of a ski or snowboard when you look at them from the side. Skis and snowboards with camber have midsections that arch off the snow slightly when unweighted, while skis and snowboards with rocker have midsections that rest on the snow and tips and tails that curve up.
Who owns Arbor Collective?
Bob Carlson
A talk with Arbor Co-Founder Bob Carlson about the key changes in business strategy that allowed the snowboard and skateboard brand to survive when so many others didn’t.
Is Arbor Collective sustainable?
We use the most sustainable components possible. All edges are made from recycled steel, topsheets are made from bio-based nylon, and every board is tuned with a non-flouro wax. Additionally, we use recycled ABS sidewall material whenever possible.
Do I need to wax my new Arbor snowboard?
The Length of Your First Trip with Your New Board If your first outing with your new toy is going to be a brief one – like 1 or 2 days on the mountain then your need for a wax before you get started isn’t as crucial. However, if you are going for a week-long trip or longer then it may pay to go for that hot wax.
How many CM should my snowboard be?
Snowboard Size Chart
| Rider Height (in) | Rider Height (cm) | Snowboard Size (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 5′ | 152 | 133 – 141 |
| 5’2″ | 158 | 139 – 147 |
| 5’4″ | 163 | 144 -152 |
| 5’6″ | 168 | 149 -157 |
Do I want rocker or camber?
Skis and snowboards with camber have midsections that arch off the snow slightly when unweighted, while skis and snowboards with rocker have midsections that rest on the snow and tips and tails that curve up. Benefits of camber: Camber provides springiness and good edge control while carving turns on hard snow.