evo.com | Public Snowboards Snowboards > The Public Snowboards Research Snowboard is the board you grab when you want to enjoy every part of the mountain. A directional take on Public's tried and true Alert Camber, it gives you reliable edge hold, easy control, and plenty of pop wherever you ride. Early rise in the tip and tail keeps turns smooth and forgiving, while the slightly bigger nose helps you float when the snow gets deep. Fast, lively, and ready for groomers, trees, and powder days alike. Directional 2 x 4 Insert Pattern Flex Rating 6 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) Urethane Sidewalls Urethane sidewalls are used in all Public boards for their superior dampening properties compared to the industry standard ABS and P-Tex sidewalls. Urethane sidewalls are more durable against impact on rocks or rails to prevent your board from delaminating when you get caught slippin' in the park or backcountry. Sintered Base Rather than melting polyethylene pellets together (extrusion), sintered bases are manufactured by crushing the pellets together under high pressure. This makes a sintered base more porous for maximum wax absorption, and more abrasion-resistant. In other words it makes the board faster and more durable! Built for hard-charging, agile riders, the Union Atlas Snowboard Bindings continue to deliver across the whole mountain - from zipping through trees to dropping into steep, technical lines. With a medium-stiff flex tuned for precision, they make edge-to-edge transitions feel quick and controlled. This unisex design is built to perform everywhere you take it, elevating your riding without getting in the way. Trusted by elite athletes like Kevin Backstrom - enough said. Flex Rating 8 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) - Stiffer flex designed for higher performance riding. Magnesium S1 with Steel Base Union's lightweight and adjustable ratchets. Increased lifespan and improved spring return. S22 Duraflex CB Featuring the highest fiberglass content in Union's lineup, Duraflex CB is lighter, stiffer, and more responsive than Duraflex ST, delivering precise performance for advanced riders. S7 Duraflex CB Ultra-responsive Duraflex CB nylon designed for unmatched durability and responsiveness. Extruded 3D Aluminum Heelcup Designed for optimum heel hold and minimization of drag, Union 3D Extruded Aluminum heelcups are designed with durability in mind and backed by a lifetime warranty. 100% pure aluminum that maintains its true shape under heavy wear and tear, providing durable, lightweight performance. | Public Snowboards Research Snowboard 2027 - 160W Package (160W cm) + L Mens in Orange Size 160W/L | Nylon/Aluminum