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Sidecuts
Our boards feature different sidecuts depending on the terrain they are designed for. The special thing is that contrary to a radial sidecut, a Völkl sidecut consists of several different blended sidecuts (therefore the indicated radial sidecut is just a reference value!) Benefits compared to a simple radial sidecut are:
> Edge pressure is perfectly distributed along the entire edge length in carving turns.
> It is easy to actively determine the turning radius by minimal shifting of weight (a conventional radial sidecut determines the radius of the turn).
> The nose is easy to control and does not dig into the snow. This is why all Völkl snowboards are flexible and easy to ride, while offering great precision and control.
TRUE TWIN-TIP FREESTYLE SIDECUT
This shape is known for a narrower radius and shorter effective edge. A symmetrical sidecut with identical nose and tail flex delivers perfect and safe riding characteristics, both regular and switch. Boards with a True Twin-Tip Sidecut are extremely forgiving and also very lively. Whether it’s backcountry, park or pipe – these boards provide the ultimate freestyle performance!
DIRECTIONAL TWIN-TIP SIDECUT
Our brand new sidecut combines the twin-tip freestyle characteristics with the advantages of a directional stance. The insert positions have a minimal setback of 10 mm. You will hardly notice the setback when riding switch, but in the backcountry and on icy slopes it provides more edge pressure and better grip! 2 in 1: All-Mountain and Freestyle characteristics when riding the backcountry, while being a classic twin-tip board for the park if set up with 0 mm setback.
DIRECTIONAL FREESTYLE SIDECUT
Perfect for all-mountain riders who feel as at home in the park as in the backcountry! The more moderate, directional sidecut has been tuned to work perfectly with a setback of 20 mm. Therefore the boards ride more direct and allow fast edge-to-edge turning. The shape and its playful riding characteristics are the best buddy for freestyle moves in the park, while the longer nose offers more flotation in powder. Nose and tail are not identical but these boards can also be ridden with a setback of 0 mm.
DIRECTIONAL FREERIDE SIDECUT
Directional boards have more setback and thus a longer nose. A different nose and tail flex combined with an asymmetrical sidecut radius provides more edge pressure and control at high speeds. The nose is not only wider but also has a different concave radius and raise compared to the tail. It’s perfect for more flotation in powder snow and fast edge-to-edge turns on the groomers.
DIRECTIONAL RACE SIDECUT
Völkl’s Race Lab developed a special sidecut concept for the Coal Race Edition. The pin-tail shape with its shortened nose and concave tail might look strange to a greenhorn, but when it is all about racing the smooth tip and tail rocker and its big radius make sense. The result? The apparently shorter edge smoothens speed checks, while the board feels extremely playful on jumps and bumps; at the same time you are blessed with great edge hold and perfect control at maximum speed.
PIN-TAIL SHAPE
This Directional Freeride Sidecut incorporates even more setback with the nose being considerably wider than the tail. This flex modification, as well as the different concave radii of the nose and tail, are among the characteristics of this shape. It makes for a unique surfy feel in the snow, with extra benefits in the powder: the nose floats perfectly while the tail sinks in. On the groomers, this shape allows for quick edge-to-edge turning and increased edge pressure along the tail.
