Burton Snowboards

Burton has been at the forefront of snowboarding innovation since its founding in 1977 by Jake Burton Carpenter. Burton snowboards were instrumental in transforming snowboarding from a backyard hobby into a global sport. Based in Vermont, USA, Burton's commitment to building high-performance snowboards with cutting-edge technology has cemented their reputation as the most iconic and trusted brand in snowboarding. 

With a wide range of snowboards designed for various riding styles and skill levels, Burton offers something for every snowboarder.  Burton Snowboards for Men are tailored to different riding styles and terrain preferences. Their men's lineup includes versatile all-mountain boards, freeride-focused boards, surfy powder boards, park boards and backcountry options. Some top men's boards from Burton's lineup include the Skeleton Key - an extremely versatile men's board optimised for powder but ideal for all-mountain adventures. On the other side, Burton Snowboards for Women account for differences in anatomy with subtly softer flexes and narrower waist widths for improved comfort and control. Top women's snowboards from Burton include Burton Feelgood - the quintessential women's all-mountain board blending pop and versatility across varied terrain and conditions.

Versatility is the name of the game when it comes to Burton's all-mountain snowboards. Engineered to tackle any terrain and condition the mountain can throw at you, these boards are the ultimate tools for riders who demand performance across the entire resort. The key to the all-mountain prowess of these boards lies in their meticulously designed flex pattern. Burton strategically combines a medium flex underfoot with slightly softer tip and tail sections, creating boards that strike the perfect balance between response, stability, and forgiveness. This allows you to confidently charge down the mountain, carving with precision and control, while still having the ability to butter, press, and play around when the mood strikes.

Shape also plays a vital role in the performance of Burton's all-mountain boards. The majority of the models feature a directional shape, characterised by a slightly longer nose than the tail. This design element helps to keep the board afloat in deeper snow while providing a more stable and predictable feel when riding at high speeds. For riders who prioritise riding switch and getting creative in the park, the Burton Process offers a true twin shape that caters to their needs.

Burton's all-mountain boards come in a variety of profiles to suit different riding styles and preferences. Camber-dominant profiles, like the one found on the legendary Burton Custom, deliver exceptional edge hold and pop, making them the go-to choice for aggressive riders who love to carve and launch off jumps. Alternatively, rocker-dominant profiles, such as the Flying V found on the Burton Instigator, provide a more playful and forgiving ride, with an effortless float in powder and a catch-free feel on the hardpack.

The true magic of Burton's all-mountain boards lies in the details. The Squeezebox core profiling enhances energy transfer and reduces weight, while the Frostbite Edges offer superior grip on icy terrain. The Super Sap Epoxy, a more environmentally friendly resin, reduces the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process, and the Infinite Ride technology ensures that your board will maintain its flex and pop season after season.

For riders who live for the adrenaline rush of the terrain park, Burton's park snowboards are the ultimate tools for the job. These boards are meticulously crafted to excel in jibbing, jumping, and getting creative on rails and boxes, with a plethora of features that make them the cream of the crop for freestyle riding. The flex pattern is a critical component of a park board's performance, and Burton's park boards are known for their soft to medium flex. This softer flex allows for greater manoeuvrability and easier presses and butters, making it a breeze to get creative on features. Additionally, the softer flex helps to absorb impacts when landing jumps, minimising the risk of injury and ensuring a smooth ride away from the landing. True twin shape is another hallmark of Burton's park boards. This means that the board is completely symmetrical from nose to tail, with an equal amount of sides on both ends. This symmetry makes it easier to ride switch and perform tricks in both directions, a crucial aspect of freestyle riding.

When it comes to profile, Burton offers a variety of options for park riders. The most popular choice is the flat top profile, which features a completely flat section between the bindings and a slight rocker rise in the tip and tail. This profile delivers a stable and predictable feel on jumps and jibs, while still allowing for ample press and butter potential. For riders who crave a more traditional camber feel, the Burton Paramount's camber profile provides exceptional pop and edge hold, making it the perfect choice for larger jumps and high-speed runs through the park.

The Filet-O-Flex core profiling is a prime example of this, utilising a specialised milling process to create thinner, more flexible areas in the core. This results in greater board control and easier presses. The Kilroy takes this concept to the next level with the Squeezebox Low core profiling, featuring an even thinner and more flexible core that makes getting creative on rails and boxes a breeze. Burton's park boards also include the durable and easily repairable extruded base, as well as the Pro-Tip design, which reduces swing weight and enhances manoeuvrability. As with all Burton boards, their park models are built with the same unwavering commitment to quality and sustainability, incorporating features like the Super Sap Epoxy and the Infinite Ride technology.

When the snow is deep and the terrain is steep, nothing compares to the exhilaration of surfing through waist-deep powder on a Burton powder snowboard. These boards are meticulously designed to conquer the unique challenges of riding in deep snow, boasting a range of features that make them the ultimate tool for the job. Shape is a crucial factor in a powder board's performance, and Burton's powder boards typically feature a directional shape. This means the nose is longer than the tail, helping to keep the board afloat in deep snow while allowing for quick and nimble turns in tight spaces. The Burton Fish takes this concept to the extreme with a significant taper, meaning the nose is substantially wider than the tail. This design allows for unparalleled float and manoeuvrability in the deepest snow conditions.

The profile also plays a significant role in the performance of Burton's powder boards. Most models feature a hybrid profile that combines camber underfoot with rocker in the nose and tail. This configuration provides stability and predictable handling on hardpack while still allowing for effortless float in powder. The Burton Flight Attendant, for instance, boasts a camber-dominant profile with a slightly rockered nose, delivering excellent edge hold and control on groomers while still providing exceptional float in deeper snow.

The Fish's 3D Contour base features a convex shape that helps to displace snow and enhance float, while the Channel mounting system allows for greater stance adjustability and a more natural flex pattern. The Hometown Hero's Directional Flex core is stiffer in the tail and softer in the nose, providing stability at high speeds while still allowing for easy turn initiation in deep snow.

Other notable features of Burton's powder boards include the Infinite Ride technology, which ensures that your board will maintain its flex and pop season after season, and the Super Sap Epoxy, an environmentally friendly resin that reduces the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process. As with all Burton boards, their powder models are built with the same unwavering commitment to quality and performance as their all-mountain and park boards.

Riders who spend most of their time exploring the backcountry and seeking out untouched lines will find their perfect match in Burton's directional snowboards. Meticulously crafted to excel in variable terrain and deep snow, these boards boast a range of features that make them the ultimate all-mountain weapons. The defining characteristic of a directional snowboard lies in its shape. Burton's directional boards feature a longer nose and a shorter tail, with a slightly tapered shape that ensures the nose stays afloat in deep snow while allowing for quick and responsive turns. This shape also helps to distribute the rider's weight more evenly over the board, resulting in enhanced stability and control in variable terrain.

When it comes to profile, most of Burton's directional boards feature a hybrid design that combines camber underfoot with rocker in the nose and tail. This configuration delivers excellent edge hold and control on a hardpack while still providing ample float in powder. A prime example is the Burton Flight Attendant Split, which boasts a camber-dominant profile with a slightly rockered nose, making it easy to climb and traverse in the backcountry while still delivering exceptional performance on the descent.

Burton's directional boards truly shine in their construction, with meticulous attention to detail that sets them apart from the competition. The Hometown Hero's Directional Flex core, for instance, is stiffer in the tail and softer in the nose, providing stability at high speeds while still allowing for easy turn initiation in deep snow. Meanwhile, the Straight Chuter's Squeezebox High core profiling creates thicker, more powerful core sections that enhance edge hold and response, and the Flight Attendant's Carbon Highlights add snap and pop without increasing weight.

Other standout features of Burton's directional boards include the Infinite Ride technology, which ensures that your board will maintain its flex and pop season after season, and the Super Sap Epoxy, an environmentally friendly resin that reduces the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process. As with all Burton boards, their directional models are built with the same unwavering commitment to quality and performance as their all-mountain and park boards.

Conquering big lines, dropping cliffs, and charging through variable terrain – that's what Burton's freeride snowboards are all about. These boards are the result of meticulous design and engineering, crafted to excel in the unique challenges of riding in the backcountry and on steep, technical terrain. Flex pattern plays a crucial role in a freeride board's performance, and Burton's freeride boards are known for their stiffer flex compared to their all-mountain and park counterparts. This stiffer flex provides the stability and control needed to tackle high speeds and variable snow conditions with confidence. The Custom X, for example, boasts a very stiff flex that caters to aggressive riders who like to charge hard and fast.

The shape of Burton's freeride boards is another key factor in their performance. Most models feature a directional shape, characterised by a longer nose and a shorter tail. This design helps to keep the board stable and predictable in deep snow and at high speeds. However, the Skeleton Key stands out with its slightly tapered shape, which enhances float in powder while still allowing for quick and responsive turns in tight spaces.

Burton offers a variety of profile options for their freeride boards, each catering to different riding styles and preferences. The traditional camber profile, found on models like the Custom X, delivers exceptional edge hold and pop, making it ideal for riders who love to carve and launch off natural features. On the other hand, the Skeleton Key's PurePop Camber profile combines camber underfoot with early rise in the nose and tail, providing a more playful and forgiving ride while still maintaining excellent edge hold and control.

The construction of Burton's freeride boards is where they truly shine, with meticulous attention to detail that sets them apart from the competition. The Custom X's Dragonfly core, for instance, is a specialised core profiling that creates ultra-thin, ultra-powerful core sections, resulting in an incredibly lightweight and responsive board. The Flight Attendant's 45° Carbon Highlights add snap and pop without increasing weight, while the Skeleton Key's Squeezebox High core profiling creates thicker, more powerful core sections that enhance edge hold and response.

In addition to these features, Burton's freeride boards also boast the Infinite Ride technology, which ensures that your board will maintain its flex and pop season after season, and the Super Sap Epoxy, an environmentally friendly resin that reduces the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process. As with all Burton boards, their freeride models are built with the same unwavering commitment to quality and performance as their all-mountain and park boards.

Burton offers a wide range of snowboards designed specifically for both men and women, catering to their unique physical characteristics, riding styles, and preferences. While there are some differences between men's and women's snowboards, the gap has been narrowing in recent years, with Burton even introducing unisex boards in their Family Tree line.

The main differences between men's and women's snowboards lie in their width, stiffness, and length. Men's snowboards tend to be wider to accommodate larger boot sizes, slightly stiffer to handle heavier weights and more aggressive riding styles, and longer to suit taller heights. Women's snowboards, on the other hand, are typically narrower, softer, and shorter to match women's smaller boot sizes, lighter weights, and lower centres of gravity.

However, these differences are not set in stone, and the best snowboard for an individual ultimately depends on their personal preferences, riding style, and body type. Many women find that men's snowboards suit them better, particularly if they have larger feet or prefer a stiffer, more aggressive ride. Conversely, some men may prefer the softer flex and more playful feel of a women's snowboard.

Burton offers a wide range of snowboards for both men and women across all riding styles, from all-mountain and freestyle to freeride and powder. Popular men's models include the Burton Custom, a versatile all-mountain board with a directional shape and camber profile, and the Burton Process, a true twin freestyle board with a flat top profile. For women, the Burton Feelgood is a high-performance all-mountain board with a directional shape and camber profile, while the Burton Yeasayer is a playful and forgiving freestyle board with a Flying V profile.

Introduced in 2003, Burton's Channel system revolutionised snowboard mounting technology by allowing adjustable stance angles and widths using a centre channel that runs along the board's camber crest. All Burton boards now feature the Channel system for unmatched adjustability and control. Key benefits of the Channel system include:

• Customisable Stance Options — Riders can fine-tune stance width and angles for dialled positioning. Wider options improve stability while narrower widths increase maneuverability.
• Precise Binding Response — With bindings mounted along the board's sweet spot, board flex and rider input transfer directly for sharper response.
• Board Feel —  Unimpeded by disc plates, Channel boards provide a more natural flex and livelier feel for improved control.
• Easy Binding Installation —  Bindings slide onto specialised Channel hardware and lock in place with two screws, allowing tool-free adjustments.
• Lightweight Strength —  The Channel's continuous effect along the board's spine increases torsional rigidity for efficient power transmission.

Exclusive to Burton boards, the EST binding system integrates bindings directly into the Channel mount for a seamless union between board and rider. EST bindings feature a reduced and flexible mini disc to maximise board flex and response through the feet. Benefits of Burton's EST binding system include:

• Unmatched Board Flex — With bindings built into the board's construction, EST allows boards their full and natural flex for a livelier ride feel.
• Eliminates Dead Spots — EST removes all dead zones underfoot to transmit rider input directly into the board for a razor-sharp response.
• Comfortable Fit — EST bindings are designed with an ergonomic design built around the Channel hardware for a seamless foot-to-board interface.
• Lightweight Simplicity — Drastically reducing material, EST delivers a simple convenient setup at a lighter weight.
• Precise Adjustability — Like Channel boards, EST enables limitless fine-tuning of angles and stance positioning for customised control.

Burton has been at the forefront of snowboard innovation for decades, and their camber profile technologies are a testament to their commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the mountain. These profiles are designed to enhance the performance of their boards in different riding conditions and styles, allowing riders to choose the perfect setup for their needs.

The most classic and well-known profile is the traditional camber. Burton's positive camber profile features a slight upward arch between the bindings, which creates a spring-like effect that generates pop and provides excellent edge hold on hardpack and icy conditions. This profile is ideal for aggressive riders who demand precision and control at high speeds. The camber profile distributes the rider's weight evenly across the entire length of the board, resulting in a stable and responsive ride. When the rider applies pressure to the board, the camber profile engages the entire edge, providing superior grip and control. This makes camber boards excellent for carving, as they allow for powerful and precise turns.

However, the downside of traditional camber is that it can be less forgiving than other profiles, particularly for beginners. The aggressive edge hold can make the board feel "catchy" or prone to catching an edge if the rider isn't careful. Additionally, camber boards may not perform as well in deep powder, as the nose of the board can tend to dive under the snow.

For those who want the best of both worlds, the Flying V profile offers a blend of camber and rocker performance. This profile features a rocker between the feet and outside the bindings, which enhances playfulness and floats in powder. The subtle camber zones under the feet provide the necessary edge control and snap for carving and jumping, making it a versatile option for all-mountain riding. The Flying V profile is designed to provide a more forgiving and catch-free ride than traditional camber, while still maintaining good edge hold and pop. The rocker sections allow the board to plane up in powder and provide a surfy feel, while the camber sections engage when the rider applies pressure, providing stability and control. 

This profile is an excellent choice for intermediate to advanced riders who want a board that can handle a variety of terrain and conditions. It's particularly well-suited for riders who like to play around on the mountain, hitting jumps, and riding switch, as the rocker sections make it easier to initiate turns and land tricks.

Burton's Directional Camber profile is designed for freeriding and powder riding. This profile features a camber underfoot and a slightly rockered nose, which helps the board float effortlessly in deep snow. The camber section provides excellent edge hold and response on hardpack, while the rockered nose prevents the board from diving in powder. The Directional Camber profile is typically paired with a directional shape, meaning the nose is longer than the tail. This helps to keep the nose afloat in deep snow and provides a more stable and predictable ride at high speeds.

This profile is an excellent choice for advanced riders who spend most of their time off-piste and in the backcountry. It's particularly well-suited for riding in deep powder, as the rockered nose and directional shape make it easy to plane up and stay on top of the snow.

For those who want the benefits of camber without the catchy feel, Burton offers the PurePop Camber profile. This profile features a traditional camber shape with subtle flat zones just outside the feet. These flat zones help to reduce the catchy feel of traditional camber, while still providing excellent pop and edge hold. The PurePop Camber profile is designed to provide a more forgiving and playful ride than traditional camber, while still maintaining the snap and response that camber is known for. The flat zones allow for a more gradual transition between the camber and rocker sections, making the board feel more predictable and less prone to catching an edge.

This profile is an excellent choice for intermediate to advanced riders who want a board that can handle a variety of terrain and conditions. It's particularly well-suited for riders who like to carve and jump, as the camber section provides excellent pop and edge hold, while the flat zones make the board more forgiving and easier to control.

If you're a beginner or just looking for a more forgiving and catch-free ride, Burton's Flat Top profile is the perfect choice. This profile features a flat section between the feet, which provides stability and better balance, while the early rise in the tip and tail creates a loose and playful feel. This profile is ideal for riders who want to progress their skills without the fear of catching an edge. The Flat Top profile is designed to provide a stable and predictable ride, particularly at slower speeds. The flat section underfoot allows the rider to maintain an even pressure distribution, which helps to prevent the board from feeling twitchy or unstable. The early rise in the tip and tail helps to prevent the board from catching an edge, making it easier to initiate turns and ride through variable snow conditions.

This profile is an excellent choice for beginners and intermediate riders who are looking for a board that is easy to control and forgiving of mistakes. It's also a good choice for park riders who want a board that is stable on landings and easy to press and butter.

Burton's S-Rocker profile is designed for a playful and forgiving ride, particularly in soft snow and park conditions. This profile features a rocker between the feet and a subtle camber section outside the bindings. The rocker section helps to keep the board afloat in powder and provides a catch-free feel, while the camber section provides a bit of snap and response. The S-Rocker profile is typically paired with a true twin shape, meaning the board is symmetrical from nose to tail. This makes it an excellent choice for park riding and hitting jumps, as it allows for easy switch riding and landing.

This profile is an excellent choice for beginner to intermediate riders who want a board that is easy to control and forgiving of mistakes. It's also a good choice for park riders who want a board that is playful and easy to press and butter.

If you're looking for the ultimate in float and manoeuvrability in deep powder, Burton's Directional Flying V profile is the way to go. This profile combines rocker between the feet with camber zones under the bindings, which creates a surfy and playful feel while still providing the necessary control and stability in variable conditions. The elongated nose also helps to keep the board afloat in deep snow, making it easier to plow through the pow. The Directional Flying V profile is typically paired with a directional shape, meaning the nose is longer than the tail. This helps to keep the nose afloat in deep snow and provides a more stable and predictable ride at high speeds.

This profile is an excellent choice for advanced riders who spend most of their time off-piste and in the backcountry. It's particularly well-suited for riding in deep powder, as the rockered section and elongated nose make it easy to plane up and stay on top of the snow, while the camber sections provide the necessary control and response on hardpack.

No matter what your riding style or skill level, Burton has a camber profile technology that will suit your needs. Whether you're a beginner looking for a forgiving and easy-to-ride board, or an expert seeking the ultimate in performance and control, Burton's innovative designs and cutting-edge technologies will help you take your riding to the next level. 

Burton has been committed to fueling progression at every stage from first-timer to seasoned expert and offers an unparalleled range of high-performance snowboards tailored to every skill level.

As the leading snowboard brand, Burton offers several high-quality snowboards specifically designed for beginner riders. Beginner-focused boards have forgiving soft flexes and rockered profiles to make learning smoother and more enjoyable. The Burton LTR (Learn to Ride) board is a lightweight, flexible board made for true new riders with no experience. It features an early-rise rocker profile with rockered tips that initiate turns with ease and prevent catching edges. The riglet package comes in multiple sizes to suit kids as young as 3 years old. The Burton Ripcord also employs an easy-riding rocker profile combined with a soft, flexible Custom Flex Core for forgiveness. Its bevelled PTEX 3500 base edges increase stability and offer durability. The Ripcord is also an excellent choice for beginners looking to ride their first season in the park. For an upgrade pick, the Burton Instigator blend rocker in the tips with mild camber underfoot. This improves edge grip as beginners progress. The directional twin shape allows for versatility beyond groomed runs. Beginners will appreciate the intuitive turn initiation and playfulness of rockered and hybrid profiles from Burton. Softer flexes prevent washouts as new riders work on linking turns and edging. Excellent beginner boards build confidence and make the learning process smooth.

After graduating from newbie terrain, intermediate riders can advance their skills with Burton boards offering increased versatility, stability, and pop. Intermediate boards help conquer more varied terrain and snow conditions. The Burton Custom and Custom Flying V strike an ideal balance of flex, pop, and float for advancing riders. Their versatility suits advancing skills from groomed runs to powder lines. The Custom can also come in a mid-wide size to accommodate larger boot sizes. The Process Flying V has mild camber underfoot for drive and stability laying trenches on groomed runs linked to a rocker in the nose/tail for playful float in soft snow. Its mid-stiffness gives confidence for exploring off-piste terrain. The Burton Instigator also suits progressing intermediates with its hybrid rocker tips for float and cambered stability underfoot complemented by Frostbite edges for grip on icy steeps. Intermediate riders will appreciate the blend of responsiveness, versatility and forgiving ease Burton offers for conquering more of the mountain with smooth confidence.

Burton's advanced snowboard offerings are designed for experienced riders ready to charge narrow chutes, rip steep lines, and hit big features with control. Advanced decks maximise power, stability, and edge grip even at high speeds in difficult snow conditions. The Custom X utilises pure camber running tip to tail for lightning responsiveness and the ultimate in-edge grip for experts. A super stiff layup of ultralight 686G carbon alloy provides razor-sharp precision. The Variogrip Contour Edge grips like a knife. The Deep Thinker directional board delivers incredible edge hold and pop for charging down the fall line in the steepest terrain. Its tapered shape rips through variable conditions with damp stability. Freeriders seeking big mountain versatility will love the Flight Attendant. Its stiff camber dominant profile powers through crud and floaty rocker nose plow through chalky snow in wide open bowls. Burton's advanced boards are built with materials and tech that optimise high-speed performance so experts can push limits with confidence and unmatched control.