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The Never Summer Benchmark Snowboard sets a new standard for all-mountain versatility and powder performance. With a medium flex and a floaty, confidence-boosting design, this board is locked in when conditions get sketchy and playful when the snow’s soft and deep. Whether you're slashing backcountry bowls, carving trenches on groomers, or flowing through the park, the Benchmark makes every day feel like a good one. Ride it once, and you'll understand why it’s called the Benchmark.
Rocker Camber – Rocker between the bindings: This section curves upward, giving the board a loose, surfy feel and making it easier to press, float in powder, and initiate turns smoothly. Camber underfoot: On both sides of the rocker zone, there are traditional camber zones under each foot, which provide pop, stability, and edge hold.
Flex – 6 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)
Dampness – 5 (1 Lively - 10 Damp)
10 mm Taper
All Mountain Directional Twin
Vario Power Grip Sidecut – Vario Power Grip Sidecut utilizes multiple radii creating extra contact points to enhance edge hold. A flat section in the rocker area provides a broad contact point when flexed, but allows the board to track straight and not catch when unbent. Flanking this straight section are two shallow radii, which provide the second and third contact points. Towards the ends of the sidecut are deep radii which render quick turn initiation and the final contact points
PowerSurf Core – A high percentage of lightweight Paulownia is combined with Poplar and Birch running down the middle of the core and Poplar along the sidecut edge. Adding strength and the optimum amount of torsional rigidity. THE POWERSURF WOOD CORE strategically combines these woods in crucial areas of the core for a durable yet lightweight feel.
Carbon Max Laminate Technology – More carbon equals more power and performance. The Carbon Max Laminate Technology combines an advanced top and bottom carbon matrix to maximize response and strength where it's needed most. The result is a lightweight yet powerful configuration that provides torsional rigidity and energy transfer without sacrificing the control a rider needs.
Sintered UHMW Polyethylene Sidewalls – Never Summer was the first snowboard company to use and perfect Sintered P-Tex Sidewalls, and they've never seen one crack. Unlike conventional ABS sidewalls that have a tendency to crack in colder temperatures, Sintered P-Tex Sidewalls maintain their integrity at any temperature.
Early Rise Float Mechanics – Never Summer's Early Rise Float Mechanics is a snowboard design feature that enhances floatation and maneuverability in deep snow conditions. This technology incorporates an "Early Rise Nose," where the front contact points of the snowboard are moved closer to the rider. This adjustment eases turn initiation and improves the board's ability to stay afloat in powder
Aluminum Reinforced Swallow Tail
2 x 4 Inserts
| Size (cm) | 152 | 156 | 157X | 160 | 161X |
| Effective Edge (mm) | 257 | 259 | 266 | 261 | 268 |
| Tip Width (mm) | 307 | 309 | 316 | 311 | 318 |
| Waist Width (mm) | 257 | 259 | 266 | 261 | 268 |
| Tail Width (mm) | 297 | 299 | 306 | 301 | 308 |
| Sidecut Radius (m) | Vario 756 | Vario 778 | Vario 780 | Vario 800 | Vario 810 |
| Stance Setback (in) | .25 | .25 | .25 | .25 | .25 |
| Width | Regular | Regular | Wide | Regular | Wide |
The Union Force Classic Snowboard Bindings are the tried-and-true workhorses of snowboarding — bombproof, dependable, and dripping with iconic Union style. Minimal changes year to year keep the ride dialed, with this year's upgrade being a new Tool-Less FLAD system for easier forward lean adjustment. Ridden by Chris Grenier and trusted by riders who demand durability and all-mountain performance, the Force Classic is built to take a beating and keep coming back for more.
Flex Rating – 7 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)
Stage 4 Duraflex ST – Simply put, Duraflex ST is the same material as regular Duraflex, but with increased glass for more response without the weight. Designed for cold temperatures.
Multi-Density Thermoformed EVA – Multi-density bushings sustain their function each season - unlike urethane rubber or other materials that change color and become brittle over time.
Extruded 3D Aluminum Heelcups – Designed for optimum heel hold and minimization of drag, Union 3D Extruded Aluminum heelcups are the strongest in the business.
Canted Footbeds
Force | Duraflex ST – Duraflex ST is the same material as regular Duraflex, but with increased glass for more response without the weight. Designed for cold temperatures.
Tool-Less FLAD
ExoFrame 4.0 Ankle Strap – Rapid response, trusted by professional snowboarders
2.0 Rhombus Toe Strap – Multi-positional options and thermoplastic anti-slip material keeps you locked in and on point. Each version has differing amounts of material based on weight. Toe strap adjustment has been redesigned and reinforced with double the connection strength, thanks to the new pin system.
Tool-less Strap Adjustment
Magnesium – Union's proven bombproof ratchet system, Magnesium buckles are light, sleek, and durable on the mountain.
Grade 8.8 Steel Hardware – The strongest steel available on the market, Union's use of Grade 8.8 represents a commitment to delivering the strongest and most reliable bindings on the market today.
Camber Disk – 2x4, 4x4, and Channel compatible.
| Size | S | M | L |
| Weight (g) | 860 |
The Vans Aura Pro Snowboard Boots are like the mullet of snowboarding—business-tight BOA® system in the front, all-day party on the mountain. With a medium flex that’s responsive yet playful, they’re perfect for riders who want to charge the groomers, slash some pow, and still have enough sauce left to hit side hits on the way to après. Comfortable, capable, and just a little bit rowdy—these boots bring the pro vibes without taking themselves too seriously.
Flex Rating – 5 - 6 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)
Instep Flex Zone – The Instep Flex Zone functions to maintain natural ankle flexion in your boot, whether in or out of your bindings.
Pleasurecuff – The supple elasticity of the PleasureCuff delivers a cushioned, comfortable fit that keeps your calves supported.
V2 UltraCush™ Smartwool® Liner – This inner features Smartwool merino wool fabric, which transfers and eliminates moisture. An UltraCush layer provides all-day comfort with minimal seams, and a neoprene forefoot gives a natural flex. A dual-density heat-moldable core is bolstered by the latest X-Cage--extra security and heel hold that keeps you in contact with your board at all times.
V2 Boot Harness – Customize your heel hold with the V2 harness as it works in tandem with the V2 liner to provide enhanced support and personalized fit.
BOA® Fit System with Vans Custom Focus – Custom Focus features a high-power coiler reel and a mid-power remote reel to control three zones of closure linked by Vans’ exclusive Custom Slide Guide, delivering concentrated closure around the instep area for focused heel hold.
Vans Custom Slide Guide – Anatomical shape provides adjustable fit anywhere along the instep area for added comfort and unrivaled heel hold.
V2 POPCUSH™ Footbed – A dual density footbed that combines impact cushioning with energy transfer, the V2 POPCUSH™ fights fatigue with anatomical shaping, TPU arch support, a nylon moisture-wicking topsheet, and a coring design with airflow perforations.
V2 Waffle Pro with All-Trac Rubber Compound – The V2 Waffle Pro is a progressively inspired and capability-driven design built for both on and off snowboard performance. Uncompromising natural flex and a weight-reducing, impact-resisting UltraCush midsole provide incredible boardfeel, while a Vans-exclusive pattern and All-Track rubber compound give you the confidence you need to scramble the sidecountry with confidence.
Heat Retention 360º – All Vans snowboard boots feature a newly improved thermal retention layer that provides a 360° wrap of the toe box and between the outsole and the liner. This essential layer keeps heat in and cold out, ensuring all-day warmth and comfort.