2027 Ride Vantum Snowboard Review: The New Jackson Hole Daily Driver

The 2027 Ride Vantum Snowboard is designed to bridge the gap between the radical “Pig” series and a more traditional, high-performance all-mountain shape in the Ride Snowboards lineup. I put an early-release 157cm Vantum through its paces at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort during our annual TETON Tested board test.

From late-season spring park laps to the “low-tide” variable terrain that has unfortunately become common in the American West, this board was built for the reality of modern winters. In a year where you needed a versatile board to handle the low snow across the West, or sneaker late season powder days, the Vantum proved it could rip the entire mountain from top to bottom.

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Ride Vantum Profile & Shape

Ride designed the Vantum for the rider who wants the nimble, fun character of a Warpig but in a more traditionally sized, freeride-oriented package. It features a Tapered Directional Standard Camber—providing a stable, positive camber feel underfoot with a little bit of rocker in the “boat-shaped” nose for extra float.

The standout feature here is the Reducing Tri-Radial Sidecut. While the Ride Warpig made “short and fat” trendy for deep powder days, the Vantum takes that nimble DNA and stretches it into a sophisticated all-mountain charger. Whether you’re ripping through the park, in tight trees or opening it up on a groomer, the edge engagement feels spot on.

How’s the Board Ride?

Where the Ride Vantum Snowboard really surprised me was in “shit snow”. Let’s face it: if current weather trends continue and we see fewer deep powder days, you need a board that treats the entire mountain like a playground regardless of what Mother Nature is doing. I have always been a fan of a one board quiver, less is more. Your snowboard should be able to ride everything and anything Infront of you. 

The Vantum excels as a daily driver. It’s solid underfoot and incredibly damp. It did a banger job of floating on a 16″ morning. It ripped in the park, held a great edge on groomers and it never felt like it was going to buck me. The “boat nose” does a great job of plowing through snow, and the mid-stiff flex (rated about an 8/10) provides the stability needed for high-speed charging.

Materials & Construction

Ride leaned heavily into vibration dampening for the Vantum. It features Urethane recesses in the nose and Slimewalls (which act like skateboard wheels for your edges) to soak up chatter. I ride light and surfy on my feet and enjoy a board that works with me not against me, the Vantum was pspot on!

The Capped Construction is a game-changer for maneuverability; it makes the board feel incredibly light and “easy” to transition from heel-to-toe. Inside, you’ve got the Performance Core (Aspen, Bamboo, and Paulownia) which keeps it snappy.

Who’s this Board For?

The Ride Vantum is a standout choice for intermediate to advanced riders who prefer the locked-in stability and pop of a traditional camber profile. It serves as the ideal deck for the all-mountain minimalist—the rider looking for a single “daily driver” that can handle everything from opening day in November through the slushy spring park laps of April.

The board is stiff enough to feel safe at high-speed while the unique capped construction ensures it remains nimble and easy to transition from heel-to-toe without requiring pro-level muscle to manhandle it. For the “low-tide” warrior frequently facing the variable conditions and technical chunder often found in the American West, the Vantum’s superior dampening and reliable edge hold act as a safeguard for your knees, proving that a versatile cambered board is the ultimate tool for modern winters. Just go buy this board now and thank me next season!

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Exceptional Versatility: Handles park, groomers, and crud with equal confidence.

• Heel-to-Toe Transition: The capped construction makes it feel much more nimble than other boards in the 157-159 range.

• Dampening: One of the smoothest rides in “shitty” snow conditions.

Cons:

• Stiffness: Might be a bit too much board for a true beginner.

Overall Impression

I would easily ride the Ride Vantum as my daily driver for the entire 2026/27 season. It’s a reliable, high-performance evolution of everything Ride has learned from the Pig series. It’s fast, damp, and most importantly, fun in the conditions we actually ride every day. If you’re looking for a board that makes the “in-between” days feel like a hero day, the Vantum is a solid investment.

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