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Snowboard Arbor Element Rocker

Collection winter 2024

Element is a board that launched the Arbor brand and thus became its building flagship. Element is an extremely reliable snowboard that will provide… detailed description

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Arbor Element Rocker Snowboard

Element is a board that launched the Arbor brand and thus became its building flagship. Element is an extremely reliable snowboard that will provide maximum riding pleasure. It tends to react vividly when mixing fresh powder with freeride terrain, but in the best possible way.

Rocker System gives it the right combination to navigate and cut arches in deep snow. But Element is not afraid of experimenting in the park. The board is constructed of wood produced in a sustainable way, i.e. that it reduces the environmental impact.

Specifications

  • Flex: 5/10
  • System Rocker: a rocker bend, which is more noticeable in the centre of the board. At the tip and tail, the rocker is reduced for maximum performance at higher speeds and better float in powder.
  • Grip Tech: sidecut adds contact points underfoot, ensuring a more ergonomic way to stick to the snow when needed. At the same time, it forms contact points on the tip and tail for simpler and more natural arcs.
  • Resort Mountain Twin: shorter tail than the nose allows for a feeling of stability and an ideal starting point for progress
  • Hand Dyed Ash Power Ply Top: structured top layer in real wood design
  • FSC Certified Highland II Core: the most premium core, made from a mixture of poplar and paulownia wood for super light performance and durability
  • Mixed Glassing: a mixture of biaxial and triaxial fiberglass for added versatility
  • Sintered Base: a base made of balanced materials that provides good speed and durability
  • 360° Fully Wrapped Sidewalls: damage-resistant sidewalls
  • Organic resin: origin in by-products and waste products of other industrial processes. It is produced using environmentally friendly chemical processes that reduce the carbon footprint of the material by up to 40% (compared to the equivalent of petroleum-based resin).
  • Wend Natural Wax: all Arbor snowboards are ready to ride immediately thanks to the Wend Natural Wax layer
  • Recycled Steel Edges: highly durable, recycled steel edges embody two of our Arbor’s key values: Quality and Sustainability
  • Bio-Plastic Topsheet: eco-friendly top layer of CastorBean oil that is extremely durable and water repellent
  • 2×4 12-Pack Inserts: classic inserts for a wide range of stance settings
  • Detuned the tip and tail contact points on all of our snowboards for a catch-free ride before they leave the factory
  • Recycled ABS sidewalls to improve the sustainability of Arbor products
  • Terrain: powder 4/5, big mountain 3/5, resort 5/5, park + street 3/5
Arbor Snowboards :: 2016 Product Profiles - The Rocker System
Snowboard Arbor Element Rocker 2024

Parameters

153 155 157 158MW 159 161 162MW 166MW
Rider's Weight (kg) 52-88 54-91 55-92 58-94 59-95 56-93 62-98 64-100
Effective edge (cm) 114.4 116.2 118 121 119.8 121.6 124.6 128.2
Nose width (cm) 28.8 29.2 29.4 30.5 29.4 29.7 30.9 31.2
Waist width (cm) 24.95 25.1 25.2 26.1 25.3 25.4 26.3 26.5
Tail width (cm) 28.9 29.2 29.4 30.5 29.4 29.7 30.9 31.2
Sidecut (m) 7.65 7.75 7.85 7.75 7.95 8 7.95 8.15
Set back (mm) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Center stance (cm) 54 54 54 54 54 54 54 54
Stiffness 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6
Inserts 4×2 / 4×4 4×2 / 4×4 4×2 / 4×4 4×2 / 4×4 4×2 / 4×4 4×2 / 4×4 4×2 / 4×4 4×2 / 4×4

How to choose a snowboard

When choosing a snowboard, it is important that it matches the level and experience of the rider and his overall physical constitution - i.e. height and weight. A beginner with no previous experience should choose a snowboard that is not too specific in its parameters for a specific snowboarding style.

Advanced riders usually prefer a specific style – freeride (freeride / pow), freestyle (park riding on obstacles, jumps) or universal/allround (riding on the slope).

VIDEO: How to Choose a Snowboard

 

The Length of the Snowboard

The length of the snowboard should generally be up to the chin. If the rider is still expected to grow, the size should be chosen between the chin and the nose. For freestyle you can choose a slightly shorter board, but this is not a rule. A board that is too short could make you oversteer in a turn, while a board that is too long makes it difficult to transition into a turn and is generally harder to control.

Weight of the Rider

Each snowboard has a specific weight tolerance - the range of minimum and maximum rider weight. When choosing a snowboard, it is important to consider whether the rider is within this weight tolerance or not. If the rider is too light for the chosen snowboard, they will not flex enough in the turn, will not ride the full length of the effective edge and will not take advantage of the board's characteristics. Riders weighing above the weight tolerance risk overloading the snowboard or damaging it.

If you're not sure if the snowboard you've chosen suits your weight, ask us!

The Width of the Snowboard

The width of the snowboard is also an important parameter. It is important that the rider does not reach the toes or heels of the boots to the slope when riding in an arc. Riders with a boot size of UK 10.5 (EUR 45) and larger should look for wide versions of snowboards. With such a board they will be able to cut arcs without grinding the slope with their toes. There are also snowboards in mid-wide (slightly wider boards) and superwide (wide boards for really big feet) versions.

Flex (Stiffness and Flexibility) of the Snowboard

Softer boards are more suitable for beginners, are easier to control and forgive more mistakes. They are also sought after by freestyle riders who spend most of their time jibbing (riding over obstacles). However, at faster speeds, a soft snowboard is no longer obedient in the arc and cannot bounce as nimbly as a stiffer board.

Stiffer boards require experienced, fast to aggressive riding. When ridden fast, it holds better on edge and overall on frozen surfaces. The choice of a very stiff snowboard depends on the rider's experience, riding style as well as weight - lighter riders should opt for a softer snowboard instead. Not sure how stiff your snowboard is? Ask us!

Women's Snowboards

Women's snowboards take into account the specifics of the female figure. Girls have a different centre of gravity than men, their feet are smaller and their height/weight ratio is also different. All these differences are reflected in the geometry and construction of women's snowboards.

Women's snowboards are narrower, usually softer, and inserts are moved a few millimetres closer to the centre compared to the men's version.

Types of Snowboard Bends

Another criterion when choosing a new snowboard is also the type of bend, such as camber, rocker, flat and various hybrid bends such as 3D camber, double camber etc. The best way to know the type is to put the snowboard on a flat floor and look at its profile to see where it is bent and which parts of the base are touching the ground.

A beginner will be most comfortable with a rocker that is more forgiving of mistakes. The opposite camber bend is better suited for more experienced riders, as it can bite the edge more easily, so it's good to have the snowboard under maximum control, and it has more pop and more precise control over the rocker. The flat shape with almost zero flex provides stability in all terrain, but is most used in snowpark. The hybrid flex is a combination of camber and rocker together, making it a versatile all-mountain board.

Balance of Components

The individual components of the snowboard equipment should be balanced. High-end snowboard assumes a higher model of bindings and snowboard boots. The equipment should be a balanced unit. Manufacturers often list recommended combinations of components in their catalogues and websites.

If you're buying a whole set of gear, it's a good idea to start by choosing your boots. Depending on the size, shape, thickness and possibly the brand of the snowboard boots, the appropriate bindings will be chosen.

For the maximum life of your snowboard, it's a good idea to follow a few rules and tips - these can be found in the article Snowboard maintenance: base and edge care.

Arbor Element Rocker

Snowboard Arbor Element Rocker

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