Which snowboard for powder is best? There are five main types of snowboards, each with its own characteristics and benefits, and choosing the right one depends on the terrain you’ll be riding on.

Until last week, I had resisted my urge to buy a pair of fat powder skis. My thinking was that, like it or not, the vast majority of my mileage and vertical feet on skis occurs in hardpack or crud, ...

For Luke Rieker, powder surfing represents a journey backwards — a de-evolution of snowboarding, to a simpler, purer, more intuitive ride. At first glance, powder boards look like snowboards. But ...

One glance at this winter’s lineup of powder-oriented snowboards confirms a trend that’s been creeping in over the past few seasons: powder boards are getting shorter. A lot shorter — at least 10 to ...

Which snowboard brand is best? Brand matters, especially when hunting for the next snowboard you’ll use to shred powder. While there are many well-known snowboard brands — and even more lesser-known, ...

When I first laid eyes on K2’s Cool Bean several years ago, I must admit I was skeptical. Compared to a traditional snowboard, this thing is, well, funky. Big nose, wide body and precious little real ...