The Nidecker Beta APX is the next level evolution of the fan favourite power board, the Beta. By adding premium materials to an already powder hungry shape, you get an even more responsive and floatier snowboard than you could have even thought imaginable. Added carbon, thinner sidewalls, a faster base, and better construction methods make the Beta APS the perfect board for overseas powder riding, no matter the terrain, no matter where in the world.
Board Type: Freeride-Powder
Freeride snowboards are built for steeper, off-piste terrain. These boards are ideal for aggressive riding and usually for more advanced riders.
Powder snowboards are designed for deep snow. Generally these boards feature a directional shape with a tapered tail for better float and ease of riding.
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.
Advanced snowboards are stiffer and more responsive, designed for high-speed control, precision riding, and handling challenging terrain or tricks.
Shape: Tapered Directional
A 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.
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: Power Rails with Triax Plus Fiberglass
Taking inspiration from surfboards, the Power Rails Construction is wrapped around the wood core and meets a thin sidewall. This provides instant drive through the board to the edges.
By weaving fiberglass at three directions at 45°, Triax Plus Fiberglass offers maximum board stiffness underfoot. Using multiple densities of glass above and below the core delivers a uniform torsional flex, increased pop, and faster response.
Core: Light Core with Pop Carbon
This core is composed of three wood types, including featherweight paulownia and super responsive poplar. Hardwood beech stringers down the centre enhance the overall strength and boost pop.
Pop Carbon Plus adds carbon between the inserts and the nose and tail. This boosts ollie power and reduces dampening.
Base: N-9000 Sintered
A lightning quick sintered base made from super dense material with a high carbon content to minimise friction.
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 | Effective Edge | Sidecut (m) | Nose/Tail Width | Waist Width | Ref Stance | Setback | Weight (kg) |
| 151 | 113.0 | 7.4 | 29.3/28.5 | 25.2 | 52.0 | 4.0 | 50-65 |
| 157 | 118.0 | 7.6 | 30.0/29.2 | 25.6 | 54.0 | 4.0 | 60-80 |
| 162 | 123.0 | 8.0 | 31.2/30.2 | 26.6 | 55.0 | 5.0 | 65-85 |
| 165 Wide | 126.0 | 8.2 | 31.9/30.8 | 27.2 | 55.0 | 5.0 | 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.
