{"product_id":"never-summer-womens-proto-t3-fr-2026","title":"Never Summer Women's Proto T3 FR 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe 2026 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.melbournesnowboard.com.au\/collections\/never-summer\"\u003eNever Summer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Women's Proto T3 FR seamless blends brand new Prototype 3 tech with the fan favourite Proto FR to create a hard charging board that loves to be ridden all over the mountain. This aggressive women's snowboard excels both on and off piste thanks to the tapered directional shape, stiffer flex pattern, and Triple Camber Hybrid profile, making it incredible responsive and able to handle whatever is in its way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAll Mountain-Freeride\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll Mountain snowboards are versatile boards that excel across various terrains, from groomed runs to off-piste. These boards offer solid edge control and responsiveness, making them a great option for riders who want one board to do just about everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFreeride snowboards are built for steeper, off-piste terrain. These boards are ideal for aggressive riding and usually for more advanced riders.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlex:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e8\/10 (1=soft, 10=stiff)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStiff snowboards are precise, responsive, and built for advanced riders tackling high speeds, steep terrain, or icy conditions. They deliver powerful turns, excellent edge hold, and enhanced stability, especially during aggressive riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eIntermediate-Advanced\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIntermediate snowboards offer more responsiveness and stability at higher speeds, with a slightly stiffer flex for better control on varied terrain and more advanced manoeuvres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdvanced snowboards are stiffer and more responsive, designed for high-speed control, precision riding, and handling challenging terrain or tricks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTapered Directional\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA tapered directional snowboard features a shape where the tail is narrower than the nose, providing enhanced control and stability in deeper snow. This design improves floatation in powder and allows for smoother turns, making it ideal for freeride and backcountry riding. While it excels in one direction, the taper helps the board naturally guide you through challenging conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamber Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTriple Camber Hybrid with R.I.P. Edge Hold Technology\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0000_triple-camber-hybrid_600x600.png?v=1740526707\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eTriple Camber Hybrid has an overall central rocker shape while featuring a camber zone in between this central rocker, creating two high-pressure rocker sections on each side of a middle camber. Triple Camber Hybrid increases edge efficiency, with the primary edge hold starting at the board’s center. It provides outstanding responsiveness, stability, and complements the high-performance engagement of the two cambered zones beneath your feet. The overall rocker shape preserves effortless float, a playful and forgiving ride, incredible edge hold, explosive pop, and remarkable butterability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eR.I.P. Edge Hold Technology offers unmatched versatility, providing effortless glide in powder and response all over the mountain while delivering precision for deep carves. It boosts edge performance for maximum stability and control in any condition, with easy edge tunes. Unlike traditional serrated edges, R.I.P. integrates waves into the base, creating high-pressure points for smooth, drag-free rides and consistent pressure on edge, ensuring a balanced, confident ride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWidth: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStandard width boards deliver exceptional edge-to-edge quickness and responsiveness while providing enough platform space for riders with average boot sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSidecut: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePower Grip Sidecut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0000_Layer-1_767c3dd7-698f-4072-8bd9-39a965cf6485_600x600.png?v=1740522455\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe Power Grip Sidecut features a combination of multiple radii to create additional contact points along the edge, improving edge grip. A flat section in the middle area forms a wide contact point when the board is flexed, while allowing it to remain stable and avoid catching when unbent. Two shallow radii on either side of the flat section add extra contact points, while deeper radii near the tips of the board enable quick turn initiation and provide the final contact points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInserts: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e2x4 Inserts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese offer a tighter hole pattern, allowing for more precise stance adjustments. They're common on modern boards and ideal for riders who want fine-tuned positioning and can be used with any binding with a standard or mini disk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopsheet: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCo-Extruded Polymer Topsheet with T3 Directional Carbon Mapping Embossment\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe Co-Extruded Polymer Topsheet is made from a tough, lightweight thermoplastic with a fiber backing, offering resistance to scratches and chips. These topsheets stand out for their vivid colors and enhanced grip, serving as a built-in stomp pad for added control while unstrapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis topsheet is embossed with the pattern of the carbon mapped on the core of the snowboard. Directional Carbon Mapping Embossment has the carbon pattern on the nose and tail of the topsheet while also having a directional pattern in between the inserts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eLaminate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBi-Lite Fiberglass, Precision Stitched Carbon Matrix\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0011_w-proto-t3-fr_1902a276-8816-4cab-b755-252619b5915f_600x600.png?v=1743379426\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBi-Lite Fiberglass is a lightweight glass fiber matrix, offering outstanding freestyle and freeride performance without compromising durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ePrecision Stitched Carbon Matrix is a specific layup of carbon fiber within the core of the board that is precisely stitched and integrated into the snowboard's construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWooBoo Wood Core, Triple Layer RDS 2 Damping with Underfoot Stabiliser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0000_wooboo-core_fe70cea7-3ab9-4549-b6fc-808cd2d48d5b_600x600.png?v=1741661817\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe WooBoo Wood Core is crafted from a blend of Bamboo stringers, Paulownia, Poplar, and Birch. Bamboo stringers offer exceptional strength while reducing vibration and enhancing responsiveness. Paulownia, a fast-growing hardwood, along with sustainably sourced Bamboo, helps keep the core lightweight. Poplar and Birch are incorporated for an optimal strength-to-weight ratio, with Birch strategically placed beneath the mounting inserts for a secure, stable connection. This carefully engineered combination delivers a lightweight yet powerful feel underfoot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0011_w-proto-t3-fr_99a131dc-5832-4ca7-b94c-b708a77f0c18_600x600.png?v=1741661830\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRDS 2 strikes the perfect balance between freeride stability and freestyle responsiveness. It provides more damping than a typical freestyle board for better control at high speeds, yet slightly less than a dedicated freeride board to maintain a lively, poppy feel. This design ensures an optimal blend of vibration absorption and energetic performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eElastomeric Underfoot Stabilisers are positioned beneath the mounting area to maximise shock and vibration absorption, enhancing stability at high speeds and extra cushioning to minimise foot fatigue for a more comfortable ride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSidewall:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUHMW Sidewalls\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003eThe use of UHMW Sidewalls (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is essential in preserving the life of your snowboard. Unlike ABS sidewalls, UHMW are more resistant to cracking in colder temperatures. 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