The Nidecker Alpha is the perfect board if you are looking for an all mountain powerhouse. Drawing inspiration from nature’s most efficient forms, the Alpha redefines all-mountain performance with seamless flow and precision. Whether you're floating through powder, carving crisp lines, or weaving tight tree runs, this board is built for effortless riding. A 3D contoured nose delivers unmatched lift and fluid turn entry, while a subtle taper at the tail enhances control and helps the board sink naturally in deeper snow.
Board Type: All Mountain
All 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.
Flex: 6/10 (1=soft, 10=stiff)
Offering a balanced blend of flexibility and stiffness, mid-flex boards are versatile and suitable for all-mountain riding. They provide enough responsiveness for carving while maintaining some forgiveness for playful or casual riding.
Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced
Intermediate snowboards offer more responsiveness and stability at higher speeds, with a slightly stiffer flex for better control on varied terrain and more advanced manoeuvres.
Shape: Directional
A directional snowboard has a shape designed for riding primarily in one direction, with a longer nose and a shorter, more compact tail. This design provides better control, stability, and float in powder, making it ideal for freeride and all-mountain riding. It offers optimal performance when riding forward, with a focus on carving and downhill runs.
Camber Type: Surfy CamRock
Surfy CamRock puts camber between your feet with rocker in the tip and slightly in the fail, giving the board plenty of pop with catch-free turns and more forgiving response.
Width: Standard, Wide
Standard width boards deliver exceptional edge-to-edge quickness and responsiveness while providing enough platform space for riders with average boot sizes.
Wide boards are for those with large boot sizes and provide extra flotation, reduced drag, and never feel clunky or cumbersome underfoot.
Inserts: 2x4 Inserts
These 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.
Board Construction
Topsheet: Absorbnid Topsheet
Absorbnid is an innovative top layer designed to absorb unwanted vibrations.
Laminate: Premium Sandwich Construction with Biax Plus Fiberglass
This next level construction steps up the power and response of Nideckers standard sandwich manufacturing. Adding advanced materials like Carbon and Kevlar gives the board more pop and improved shock absorption.
Biax Plus features a classic 90° weave but uses more glass to enhance power transfer. It’s super responsive and ideal for riders seeking a stiffer and more agile board that's still playful.
Core: Master Core with Pop Carbon
The Master Core is the culmination of decades of experimentation in materials and woodcraft. Two species of wood (poplar and paulownia) are combined to give the best of all worlds: light, strong and responsive.
Pop Carbon Plus adds carbon between the inserts and the nose and tail. This boosts ollie power and reduces dampening.
Base: N-7000 Hybrid
This base combines the low maintenance features of an extruded base with the hardness of a sintered base, making a hybrid base that requires minimum effort to maintain while still offering ample glide.
Additional Features:
A 3D curved nose helps the board roll smoothly from edge to edge, creating a natural, surf-like flow through each turn.
The Drop Out is derived from the shape of a bird of prey's tail. It generates more control when up on edge, but also allows for extra agility and deep, tight turns.
| Size (cm) | Effective Edge | Sidecut (m) | Nose/Tail Width | Waist Width | Ref Stance | Setback | Weight (kg) |
| 148 | 109.0 | 7.1 | 28.5/28.2 | 24.6 | 50.0 | 1.5 | 50-70 |
| 153 | 114.0 | 7.4 | 29.0/28.8 | 25.2 | 53.0 | 1.5 | 60-75 |
| 158 | 119.0 | 7.8 | 30.0/29.6 | 25.8 | 54.0 | 2.0 | 70-90 |
| 162 Wide | 123.0 | 8.0 | 31.2/30.6 | 26.8 | 54.0 | 2.0 | 75+ |
All measurements in cm otherwise specified
We are confident in our products and our sales staff to make sure that you get the best help and gear that are most suitable for your adventures.
We are a local, independently owned store and do not offer ‘change of mind’ refunds (this includes incorrect sizing), however we're happy to offer you a store credit or exchange subject to the following conditions:
Store credits, lasting up to 3 years, will be issued for the amount paid at time of purchase for the particular item being returned. They are issued via email in which you'll receive a 13 digit code that you can use at checkout online or in store.
Unfortunately stock levels vary and we are not able to stock all products in all sizes, which may result in your desired exchange product or size not being available. In the event that your desired exchange product is not in stock, a store credit will be issued.
Should you not want a credit or exchange, in extenuating circumstances Melbourne Snowboard Centre may issue a refund minus a 20% restocking fee.
