Is there a differnece between all mountain snowboards and freestyle?

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Is there a differnece between all mountain snowboards and freestyle?

Answer 1

All mountain

Both ends of the board are turned up for riding switch (can lead with either foot), floating through powder and performing freestyle maneuvers. These boards are usually soft and maneuverable enough for beginners, but stiff enough to hold a fast turn in hard snow. Not as stable as a carving board, not as agile as a freestyle board. This board is designed for boarders who want to ride the whole mountain including the park and pipe.

Freeride boards can be found at every price point from all snowboard manufacturers Each board has a unique characteristic which is a derivative of its: construction technique and materials, shape, flex pattern, size, and graphics For the most part, there isn't a "bad" board on the market. Even the least expensive board produced today can out-perform the "signature" series boards of just 5 years ago This is the best type of board to learn on and can be used anywhere on the mountain.

freestyle

Freestyle boards are Shorter, lighter and softer in flex, this makes them more maneuverable. This characteristic makes it the board of choice for a beginner. These boards are built for performing tricks; spins, airs and riding fakie (backward). Freestyle boards are very responsive; the soft flex makes them forgiving and easy to turn, which also makes these good beginner's boards. They have limited edge grip and stability; and are not good for carving turns or cruising fast. Most technical freestyle snowboards are "signature" series boards These boards are made to the specifications of a pro rider Usually found at the highest price points, "signature" series boards combine some of the most attractive graphics with the latest in hi-tech manufacturing. Extremely light board weight is the most common characteristic of these boards.

i just found that on a website so dont blame me if its not all right but thats probably the basics of it

Answer 2

The guy above pretty much nailed it, but i would like to add that park boards might have rounder edges or detuned edges so you can jib on rails without getting caught on it.