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This board is a great board for the advanced to expert rider looking to progress their riding. I purchased this board after I watched a video review by Travis Rice explaining why it was the best board he's ever ridden and I wanted to advance my riding as much as possible. This board is great for all mountain and it can handle all conditions you would see. It is great for everyday resort riding on groomers. It also preforms very well where I like to ride in the trees, being able to turn in very tight spaces. It really excels in the deep snow and powder conditions. The big nose and whale tale let the board surf the deep snow. Because of this design I was also able to size down with this board which helps with control at top speeds. The board grips the snow well and you feel safe wherever you are on the mountain. I have been able to advance my riding and take on any terrain there is out there with the Orca. Highly recommend.
Ideal for
- Carving
- All Mountain
- Powder
Not ideal for
- Switch riding
The Lib Tech Orca Snowboard 2023 is the ultimate all-terrain shred predator designed by Travis Rice. With its long floaty nose and powerful poppy contact, this snowboard features the innovative "Whale Tail Technology" that maximizes short radius turns. The tight 7m trench gouging sidecut allows for hardpack rail riding with no toe drag while still providing a dream-like floating experience. This versatile snowboard is perfect for daily use throughout the season, whether you're hitting up AK or dropping BC pillow stacks.
Key Features:
- "Whale Tail Technology" maximizes short radius turns.
- Tight 7m trench gouging sidecut allows for hardpack rail riding with no toe drag.
- Long floaty nose and powerful poppy contact provide a dream-like floating experience.
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Eddie Gabrielsen owns this product
This board is a great board for the advanced to expert rider looking to progress their riding. I purchased this board after I watched a video review by Travis Rice explaining why it was the best board he's ever ridden and I wanted to advance my riding as much as possible. This board is great for all mountain and it... Read more
Ideal for
- Carving
- All Mountain
- Powder
Not ideal for
- Switch riding
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Eddie Gabrielsen
Snowboarding Expert4.9/5
Kordell Black tested this product
This is possibly my favorite board. I prefer it over the golden because it still handles proper switch. Unless you are riding down the entire mountain switch, you don’t need the golden. The board has the best technology on the market. The leaders in wired ideas are now renamed and reused by everyone else out there. This board is the... Read more
Ideal for
- Enables progression
- All mountain
- People with large feet who don’t want a wide
Not ideal for
- Cost
- Not as good switch as the golden.
- Old boards feel vintage after riding it
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Kordell Black
Snowboarding Expert5.0/5
Tyler Mifflin owns this product
If you are looking for a one board quiver, look no further! The Orca is the most versatile board on the market. This board was built to float in deep powder, but it also performs well in all conditions. The Orca floats like a dream in powder, carves very well, has great pop, and holds an edge very well in... Read more
Ideal for
- This is the best all mountain board out there for floating in deep powder
- This board carves very well, has great pop, and holds an edge very well in icy conditions due to the Magne Traction edges
- This board performs very well in steep terrain and double black diamond runs
Not ideal for
- not the best for a beginner
- not the best for only park rider
- not the best board for a tight budget
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Tyler Mifflin
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Is the 'long floaty nose' good for deep snow rides?
Yes. The extended length and width of the nose increase the surface area, allowing the board to float more effortlessly on top of powder. In deep snow, having a longer nose helps to prevent the board from sinking and getting buried, enabling the rider to maintain better control and stay on the surface. The added floatation provided by the long nose allows for smoother turns, improved maneuverability, and a more enjoyable ride in powder. The Orca's design with a longer and wider nose, combined with a narrower waist and slightly stiffer tail, creates a directional shape that excels in powder. It helps to distribute the rider's weight more evenly and keeps the board riding on top of the snow, maximizing floatation and minimizing the chances of "submarining" or getting stuck.Answered by:
Jessica B.
Snowboarding ExpertDoes the 'tight 7m trench gouging sidecut' help with control on firm snow?
Yes. The sidecut radius refers to the curvature of the edge from the nose to the tail of the snowboard. A tighter sidecut radius, such as the 7m radius on the Orca, means that the edge of the board will have a smaller turning radius. On firm snow conditions, a tighter sidecut radius can provide better edge hold and allow for quicker and more responsive turns. It helps the board engage with the snow more effectively, providing increased control and maneuverability. This can be particularly beneficial when carving or making precise turns on groomed runs or hardpack snow. The tight sidecut radius of the Orca, combined with its wider nose and narrower waist, gives it a unique blend of agility and stability on various types of snow. It allows riders to make tight and precise turns while maintaining good control and grip on firm or icy terrain.Answered by:
Jessica B.
Snowboarding ExpertHow does the 'Whale Tail Technology' improve my rides?
The Whale Tail design incorporates a wide, pronounced tail that helps to increase surface area and improve floatation in deep snow. This allows riders to stay on top of the powder and experience a more effortless and enjoyable ride in deep snow conditions. The Whale Tail technology also maintains a narrower waist and a shorter length compared to traditional powder boards. This combination makes the Orca more nimble and responsive, allowing riders to easily maneuver through trees, tight spaces, or variable terrain. The wide tail provides additional stability and control for riding at higher speeds. It helps distribute rider's weights more evenly, which reduces the chances of catching an edge, allowing for smoother and more confident descents.Answered by:
Jessica B.
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This alpha predator rules the slopes!
Posted on Aug 26, 2023I have been a fan of mervin mfg for decades. I slid a t. Rice for years before I rode upon the back of the mighty orca. While I have enjoyed the firm and hard-charging t. Rice 161, I never felt that I could set the bindings back far enough for powder days (and it sometimes felt too stiff for butters.)
This 156 orca solves both of these issues, along with the added bonus of being quick and slippery. It is a little more flexible and playful than what I have been accustomed to, making for a salty, splashy side-sliding implement. The back-set stance keeps my legs feeling fresh on the deepest days, and the bold nose slices through the chunder and keeps from any unintended diving.
I was not sure before I took the plunge, but it is truly one of the best pre-season choices I have made. I love my Lib Tech Orca!
IsaacLocation: Seattle, WA
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