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The organic silhouette of the Beta model is enriched with the best materials in the APX version, making it the ultimate backcountry missile, so it's… detailed description
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Nidecker Beta APX Snowboard
The organic silhouette of the Beta model is enriched with the best materials in the APX version, making it the ultimate backcountry missile, so it's no wonder that Japanese shredder Shin Biyajima chose it as his snow boat. The shape of the tip and tail is based on natural principles that we see in animals that have perfectly adapted to their natural environment. And that's exactly why this board will feel best in the wilderness.
The board's volume has been shifted towards the nose, giving it even better powder surfing properties. The live core is complemented by thin sidewalls and carbon reinforcements that reduce vibrations at high speeds - and you can bet that you'll go really fast with the N-9000 base. If you love discovering new places, adventure and perfectly dynamic movement, the Beta APX will be your dream come true.
Specifications & Shape
- Flex: 3/5 - The medium-stiff flex is lively underfoot and stable at high speed - ideal for confident all-mountain riders. A versatile and responsive board.
- Destination: resort 4/5, powder 5/5, park 1/5
- Directional Shape – a proven shape for over 50 years with a significantly longer tip than tail. The boards excel in powder flotation and offer better glide, carving and stability on variable surfaces.
- Camrock Profile Boards – a more pronounced rocker zone in the nose and a traditional camber throughout the rest of the board. Combined with a shorter tail, these boards are ideal for floating in powder, overcoming bumps and initiating turns from the back foot, giving you a surf-like experience.
- 1% For The Planet – Nidecker sends 1% of sales directly to non-profit organizations fighting climate change.
Technology
- Power Rails Construction - An exclusive surfboard-inspired construction. The top layer is wrapped around a rounded wood core and flows into a thin sidewall. It's a beautiful finish that's even more impressive when riding and provides instant edge grip.
- Absorbnid Topsheet - an innovative topsheet was developed to absorb unwanted vibrations and enable a smooth ride.
- Triax Plus Fiberglass Lamination – fiberglass woven in three directions at a 45° angle. By utilizing different densities of the laminate above and below the core, the board gains consistent torsional flexibility, better pop and lightning-fast response.
- Evolution Nose – The 3D nose curve ensures a great feeling of smooth transition from edge to edge, thanks to which you will experience one of the most natural and smoothest riding sensations.
- Drop Out – This tail shape is based on natural principles observed in birds, which gain more control in the air thanks to the shape of their tails. The same is true on a board when riding on the edge, where the shape gives you agility and allows for precise turns.
- 4 × 2/6 Inserts – with 6 rows of inserts every 2 cm, this combination is the industry standard and works with all bindings on the market.
- The Light core - the lightest core from Nidecker consists of three woods - lightweight paulownia and responsive poplar are complemented by beams of hard beech wood that run through the center of the board, strengthening it and giving it even more pop.
- Pop Carbon Plus – carbon fibers running from tip to tail on both sides of the center core. This is appreciated by aggressive riders who demand instant response, tons of pop and stability at high speeds.
- N-9000 Base – A lightning fast sintered base made from carbon nanoparticles. N-9000 has a very dense molecular structure, making it the fastest and hardest base material.
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.
Manufacturer address:
Nidecker SA
2 place de l’Industrie
1180 Rolle
Switzerland
Address of the European representative of the manufacturer:
Low Pressure Studio BV
Johan Van Hasseltweg 8B
Vw Amsterdam 1022
Netherlands
Email: gpsr@ndk.group
Returns
You may return or exchange the goods within 14 days of delivery without giving any reason.