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What is "Snowboards shape"?
I think that the three elements of outline shape, rocker line shape and core shape are "Snowboards shape". This is because the balance of the three determines the performance. The shape of a snowboards that flex and twists is shaped by imagining that state. Whether the shape has a big influence for performance when on powder or a packed slope where the side curves play a large part of the turn, the board is always bent and twisted in every situation. By design, the side curve has a reverse R relationship with the nose R, and the camber line also has a reverse R relationship with the nose rocker. The balance of many R's is the difficulty of outline shape.
It is the core shape that maximizes the outline and rocker shape. It's an important part of flex and torsion. Compared to the easy-to-understand outline shape, the core line is less noticeable and difficult to understand, but I think it is the most delicate and important element.
Policy
Sensitive & Wild is one keyword.
What I felt and cultivated in my snowboarding life for over 35 years. And I got conviction at Mt. Tanigawa, which can be said to be the ultimate, that is to believe in intuition and experience more boldly when slipping, and drop and ride to seek one whole body.
Riders cannot leave themselves to the tools (snowboards) that support them unless they are logically and sensitively made.
For example, are good chefs and cooks using cheap knives to cook?
"Ryokou First, use that sword, and be sure to use a good calligrapher for Nosho," said Kobo Ambassador.
I think it is the original mission of the creator to create a board suitable for those who think in this way.
It's not just the proper two-dimensional outline that can be expressed in board making.
The board changes greatly depending on the balance with the camber and rocker lines. The flex balance due to the unreasonable thickness balance of the core (core material) is also large, and it is also difficult to balance peculiar to snowboards with flex. And I am convinced that their fit with the rider's skill will lead to a whole body riding.
Many people feel that many people judge only by the length of the board, the width of the waist, and the hardness of the flex. It's not a mistake, but that's not the only thing I'm thinking about when doing board shapes. You can't make a board just by weight and boot size. Rather, thinking about skills and which situations will lead to a whole body is an important factor in shaping a big mountain board. Of course, there must be a change in the rider's skills and perception of the board. You don't have to get on the board to understand and put into words. Feeling and talking are different dimensions, so trying to feel simple will sublimate your awareness and skills towards snowboarding to the next dimension.
Snowboarding, which I think of, is a tool and can never deviate from it. It is the mission of snowboarding to draw the ideal line in the ideal place, and it should be the place that looks the most beautiful.
Product
The development process of our products is very unique.
Every product starts with an imagination in the shaper's head. Then hand-shape the outline you envisioned and repeat the field test in all conditions. The development process for finding a better outline is unique in the world.
The South 163
"It features a long and loosely rising nose, a short contact length, and a large side curve, and has two characteristics: a characteristic that allows a light turn depending on the situation and a characteristic that allows a big turn."
Limited edition Akamatsu core (slow repulsion core, characteristics that are strong against speed)
Custom order edition type-A Akamatsu core ( slow repulsion core, strong characteristics for speed)
type-B cypress + paulownia (light, moderately repulsive, cheap core)
type-C Akamatsu core (strong flex characteristics, speed, spring snow, speed-oriented characteristics)
The South 158
"We have scaled down and adjusted the flex while keeping the characteristics of 163. Not only men but also women can ride without problems."
Limited edition Hinoki + paulownia core ( Light, moderately repulsive, and easy-to-use core )
Custom order edition type-A cypress + paulownia core ( flex that can be used for all rounds)
type-B Akamatsu Core (Adopts a flex pattern similar to South 163 type-A)
type-C cypress + paulownia core (adopts a flex pattern similar to South 163 type-B)
Classical line 161
"The outline is a radial twin with a unique Batman nose and tail. The side curve also uses a compound R, and it is characterized by being able to draw a large and stable line, and the arch line (camber line) also uses a compound R, and the camber in the center The shape that leads to the nose and tail kick from there through the flat. It is easy to control by receiving sufficient lift from low speed even in deep snow, and it is characterized by the stability that you can step on with the tail surely even at high speed. "
Limited edition Akamatsu core (slow repulsion core, characteristics that are strong against speed)
Custom order edition type-A cypress + paulownia core (Light, moderately repulsive, all-round characteristics )
type-B Akamatsu Core ( For riders who want stronger and faster )
type-C Akamatsu core (strong flex characteristics, speed, spring snow, speed-oriented characteristics)
Classical line 157
"The outline is a radial twin with a unique Batman nose and tail. The side curve also uses a compound R, and it is characterized by being able to draw a large and stable line, and the arch line (camber line) also uses a compound R, and the camber in the center The shape that leads to the nose and tail kick from there through the flat. It is easy to control by receiving sufficient lift from low speed even in deep snow, and it is characterized by the stability that you can step on firmly with the tail even at high speed. "
Limited edition Hinoki + paulownia core ( light, moderately repulsive, and cheap core )
Custom order edition type-A cypress + paulownia core (light, moderately repulsive, easy to handle core )
type-B Akamatsu Core (for riders who want stronger and faster)
type-C cypress + paulownia core (weight with strong flex characteristics And leg strength is required)
* Custom order edition is a specification that allows you to order by combining the above three types of core types and two graphic types. (Orders for the 22/22 season have ended.)