The 2026 Ride Shadowban is designed to be a quiver killer that can handle everything on the mountain. No longer do you need to have a board just for park, pow, or groomers, because the Shadowban is a perfect all mountain, directional twin that can be trusted any day of the season. The mellow flex pattern, with its directional twin camber profile charges hard on groomers while being soft enough to not be too aggressive and make you catch your edge, but is still solid underfoot enough to stomp landings in the jump line in the park and the 19mm setback pattern gives you all the additional float you could ever need when chasing that perfect, deep powder day.
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: Mid
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
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 Twin
A directional twin snowboard has a symmetrical shape but with a slightly shifted stance, making it ideal for riders who want the versatility of a twin for freestyle, with the added stability of a directional design. It performs well both regular and switch but excels in one direction, offering improved control on varied terrain.
Camber Type: Directional Twin Standard Camber
Camber throughout the board with extended rocker zones in the tip and tail. This provides the pop and stability of camber with less catch at the contact points.
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.
Sidecut: Quadratic Sidecut
A blend of three radii enhances turn initiation and exit while delivering optimal grip. This design is carefully tailored to each model, considering its unique shape and riding style.
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: Topless Topsheet
Topless Construction eliminates the need for a topsheet by transferring graphics directly to the fiberglass. This process enhances durability, reduces weight, and minimises raw material usage.
Laminate: Pre-Cured Glass, Carbon Array 3, Single Impact Plates
Pre-cured fiberglass optimises the glass-to-resin ratio for a consistent flex pattern. No other fiberglass offers this level of stability and control.
This power distribution technology ensures complete board control at every stance position. Three carbon stringers, strategically placed in the binding zone, collect input from any stance width and pressure angles. Rider input is efficiently directed to the opposite contact point for optimal board control.
Single layer urethane weaves placed beneath each binding area enhance compressive strength, preventing board breaks where it’s needed most.
Core: Performance Light Core
A blend of high-strength Aspen and Bamboo wood creates the ideal balance of strength.
Sidewall: Slimewalls, Roll-In Construction
Flexible and impact-absorbing, Slimewalls work like skateboard wheels, softening interactions with snow, wood, or metal surfaces. Virtually indestructible, they’re the most durable sidewalls in snowboarding.
A distinctive 3D structure surrounds our urethane Slimewall sidewalls, designed to enhance overall board strength, prevent topsheet chipping, and reduce weight.
Base: Sintered, Stone Ground Base
This base is created by heating and compressing small polyethylene particles, forming a porous structure that absorbs wax efficiently. As a result, the board glides smoothly and quickly on snow. Sintered bases are known for their toughness, durability, and speed. RIDE uses a premium 4000 PTEX material for its sintered bases.
Edges: Standard Steel Edge
A strong, standard metal edge material.
Additional Features:
| Size (cm) | Waist Width | Sidecut Radius | Tip/Tail Width | Insert Location Back | Ref. Stance | Rider Weight (kg) |
| 147 | 245 | 9.0/6.5/9.0 | 287 | -19 | 506 | 34-75 |
| 151 | 248 | 9.1/6.6/9.1 | 291 | -19 | 533 | 45-82 |
| 154 | 251 | 9.2/6.7/9.2 | 296 | -19 | 559 | 52-88 |
| 157 | 254 | 9.3/6.8/9.3 | 300 | -19 | 559 | 57-93 |
| 161 | 257 | 9.4/6.9/9.4 | 304 | -19 | 559 | 59-95 |
| 155 Wide | 258 | 9.2/6.7/9.2 | 304 | -19 | 559 | 57-93 |
| 160 Wide | 264 | 9.4/6.9/9.4 | 311 | -19 | 559 | 73-100+ |
| 164 Wide | 266 | 9.5/7.0/9.5 | 315 | -19 | 584 | 77-100+ |
All measurements are in millimetres otherwise stated.
We are confident in our products and our sales staff to make sure that you get the best help and the gear that is most suitable for your adventures.
We are a local, independently owned store and do not offer ‘change of mind’ refunds for returned items (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 16 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.
If your return is time sensitive, our regular returns policy applies and no refunds will be given if you purchase new items prior to returning original items.
Making a return is easy. Please follow the steps below to make the process quick and easy for everyone.
Please note:
We require all items be returned in their original, sellable condition. All returns must meet the below criteria:
When returning, please ensure you take care to protect the item and its original packaging. Damaged packaging or damaged products may result in a reduction in your credit, or a refusal of your return. Refused returns incur a minimum $10 return shipping fee (more for bulky items).
An example of how your boxed return should be packed:
An example of how your boxed return should NOT be packed:
If you have received a faulty product or you feel the product you have been using is eligible for a warranty evaluation by the manufacturer due to defect in its materials or workmanship, contact us and we can walk you through the appropriate steps to lodge a warranty claim. Please include photos of the item and issue so we can expedite the process. Find out more on our warranty page.
If you have received a damaged product (eg. damaged in transit), please send photos and a description of the damage within 7 days of receipt to web@melbournesnowboard.com.au, along with your order number and contact details. Damaged product claims do not apply after the item has been used.
Our packages are discounted to help you get on snow at a reasonable price. Due to this, if you get the wrong size we are happy to offer an exchange in size of the same product, but we do not accept returns for individual package items. If you would like to return one or more items in a package but not all items, you must return the entire package and re-purchase the remaining item at its advertised price.
If you've bought a package online and would like to return one or more items but not all items, please email web@melbournesnowboard.com.au prior to return.
