The Kazu Kokubo Pro snowboard pairs a compact directional chassis with a powder nose and tapered tail, so it turns quick and stays maneuverable rather than demanding a longer, straighter platform. A raised camber runs through the inserts for edge hold at speed, while elevated contact points let the nose and tail float above the snow when the terrain turns soft. What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I ride this snowboard through an early powder lap, then straight onto groomed resort runs without swapping boards, and the camber under my feet still bites an edge even after the snow gets tracked out."