What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: "The Mantra is such a fun all-mountain board. It’s easy to control, really responsive, and super stable at speed. I’ve recommended this board to a lot of newer riders looking to level up—it’s forgiving without feeling soft and gives you the tools to progress fast."Who It’s For Progressing Resort Riders: The Mantra Decon is ideal for women who are ready to build confidence across the whole resort. It’s approachable enough for intermediates but packed with Arbor’s tech to help riders level up quickly and explore more terrain. What It’s For All-Mountain Exploration and Skill Building: This board is tuned for carving groomers, dipping into side hits, and venturing off-trail with control. Its blend of precision camber and smooth, catch-free fenders makes it a reliable daily driver for progression. Why We Like It Forgiving Yet Responsive Ride: We like the Mantra because it strikes the perfect balance: a directional twin with enough camber for power and edge hold, but softened by lifted fenders and a medium-soft flex for a forgiving, intuitive ride. Add in Grip Tech contact points and a lightweight Highland I Core, and you’ve got a board that makes progression fun and approachable.