Arbor Formula (2009)

An accessible, all mountain cruiser designed to be, first and foremost, fun to ride. Its progressive directional shape and friendly flex make this confidence builder easy to turn and ideal to learn on and grow. The Arbor style Koa wood inlay attests to the fact that this affordable, made in Austria snowboard will provide your durability performance, and old school value.  Factory wax...ready to ride.

Arbor Formula (2009)
MSRP $359.95
Release date September, 2008
Brand Arbor
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Difficult to find in Canada
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Easy to break!
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FEATURES:

  • Poplar Wood Core - Works like a 3rd layer of fiberglass. during construction resin locks the dense wood fibers in place, creating a composite layer that structurally enhances a board, providing added return and durability, while allowing for important weight reduction
  • Extruded Base - A tough, user friendly extruded compound that is light and easy to repair
  • Mission Core - Arbor base line core, made out of poplar wood and high density composite material to provide solid durability and amazing affordability
  • Progressive Sidecut - A blended tri-radial that provides tighter turning and quicker initiation, while maintaining stability at speed and during landings
  • Biax Over Biax Glass - Best for all mountain jibbing, lapping the park, riding street or high speed maching
  • ISO 2000 Sidewall - Made from an advance blend of ABS and urethane, used on all boards to deliver lasting durability and solid edge performance
  • 4 x 4 8 - Pack Insert - Lighter performance than the 2x4 system with the same massive stance range

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Arbor Element (2009)

Arbor Element (2009)

MSRP  $599.95    Released  September, 2008

A structural Koa wood top perfects a design that provides a powerful edge and effortless initiation. Koa was used by Hawaiians 1,000 years ago to create the surfboard.  Directional, factory wax board...ready to ride. FEATURES: Full Wood Top Sheet - Works like a 3rd layer of fiberglass. during construction resin locks the dense wood...

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Burton X8 (2009)

Burton X8 (2009)

MSRP  $699.99    Released  September, 2008

Twin-tipped with a smooth flex and all the premium upgrades, the X8 unites skate-style fun with the speed, precision, and weight savings expected of high-performance decks. The graphics transform as temperatures drop; while the Infinite Channel System opens to unlimited stance possibilities.   The X8 is a modern all-mountain freestyle board with a true twin shape and Burton's Park...

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Forum Recon (2009)

Forum Recon (2009)

MSRP  $359.99    Released  September, 2008

Versatile all-mountain fun are delivered in the easy-riding Recon Series.  Forgiving flex and a clean directional shape make this an easy turning board designed to maximize fun. With a lightweight Compound Matrix core and smooth gliding Free Base, it’s a solid ride at a great value. FEATURES: DISCIPLINE: All Mountain Freestyle SHAPE: Directional FEEL:...

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Gnu Riders Choice MTX (2009)

Gnu Riders Choice MTX (2009)

MSRP  $519.00    Released  September, 2008

Originally the "factory choice" designed by Gnu's in house test team.  Sandwich construction, EISS 9 sidewalls, sintered bases, twin directional shapes with Magne-Traction and lightweight altered genetic/aspen cores.   FEATURES: DISCIPLINE: All Mountain Freestyle SHAPE: Twin FEEL: Medium CORE: Mervin AG1 Core REINFORCEMENTS: EISS 9 BASE: Sintered FIBERGLASS: Quasi-Glass (4-way) SIDECUT: Mag...

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dakalvia

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October 17, 2008
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Pros

  • Awesome graphics
  • Great price!

Cons

  • Difficult to find in Canada

Competitors

dakalvia prefers Arbor Element (2009) over Arbor Formula (2009)
dakalvia prefers Arbor Formula (2009) over Gnu Riders Choice MTX (2009), Forum Recon (2009), Burton X8 (2009)
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  • Easy to break!

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