evo.com | Public Snowboards Snowboards > The Public Snowboards Research Snowboard features a directional profile with a cambered design that provides excellent edge hold, control, and pop for confident all-mountain performance. The early rise in the tip and tail offers enhanced forgiveness, with the more pronounced tip rise delivering improved float in powder and smoother turn initiation. This refined camber profile gives you the versatility to handle everything from groomers to deep snow with precision and ease! Flex Rating 8 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) Directional 2 x 4 Insert Pattern Sintered Base More porous for maximum wax absorption, and more abrasion-resistant. In other words, it makes the board faster and more durable! Urethane Sidewalls More durable against impact on rocks or rails to prevent your board from delaminating when you get caught slippin' in the park or backcountry. Go higher and ride faster strapped into the Flux XF Snowboard Bindings. These binders serve up efficient power thanks to their heelside stabilizer and resistant material that's stiff and lightweight. A symmetric retro mod highback supports hard landings and the Boost FootOn+ footbed elevates your edging. Waffle Strap Waffle shaped cushioning provides ample hold and unparalleled comfort, and two layer-construction offers direct power transfer. Retro-Mod Highback The outside takes on a classically symmetric shape. The inner asymmetric structure provides resilience while following the movement of the boots, and offers improves torsion control when landing. Lightness 4 (1 Light - 5 Lightest) Beer Buckles Newly engineered buckles give you more leverage when cranking down on the straps allowing you to get to the last click with minimal effort. Functions as a bottle opener in case of beverage emergencies. Flex Rating 7 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) | Public Snowboards Research Snowboard 2026 - 157 Package (157 cm) + L Mens in Black Size 157/L