Lib Tech Skunk Ape Snowboard Review

Got big feet, big dick? If so one of the best big man snowboards to ever be built it the Lib Tech Skunk Ape Snowboard. This board was specifically designed for you larger riders in mind. Think sasquatch, this is the NW after all.

Large Snowboard

This year’s Lib Tech Skunk Ape is made of Aspen/Paulownia/Columbian Gold and Bio-Beans Top materials for a lightweight, strong, and environmentally friendly ride. Have size fifteen feet? No problem. The Lib Tech Skunk Ape has you covered. Weigh 250lbs or more? This board’s got you. Stand 6’8’’? You’re good to go! This slightly set back direction freestyle board not only performs well it’s got some uber-sweet graphics from Quincy Quigg.

Now let’s get to the gist of this thing: the Lib Tech Skunk Ape absolutely shreds. It’s an all-mountain snowboard with a twin-shape. But it’s not a true twin as the nose is slightly longer than the tail. This enables you to blast through fresh powder and old crust just as well as you can press a rail or hit a jump in the park. It doesn’t mess with switch riding either as its barely setback.

Rocker Camber Profile

The rocker/camber on the Skunk Ape Snowboard is golden. It pairs up solid tip and tail pressure with a medium amount of pressure between the bindings. Combine this with the board’s stiff flex and you’re looking at more power, pop, and response than you’ll know what to do with.

The Skunk Ape also features a Columbian Gold Core (light and strong) and a TNT base (quick and durable). Magne-Traction turns ice into something all the more pleasant (examples: powder, butter, etc). This traction system makes use of seven curved little points along the edges of the board for the best edge control possible without overdoing it. When the snow turns to crud here in the NW, this edge hold is paramount.

Dig the CT2 BTX found in this board? If so you might enjoy the Travis Rice version.

Skunk Ape Snowboard Specs

Overall Impression

So who is the Lib Tech Skunk Ape Snowboard good for? It’s great for larger riders that want a board that is big, durable, and powerful without sacrificing weight or performance.

Grab this year’s Lib Tech Skunk Ape ($609.95), strap into your bindings, and you’re sure to feel more at home on the mountain than ever before. Shop early as they sell out, year after year.

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