Update: See our best snowboards for 2026-27 for this season's picks.
The best snowboards for 2025 are versatile all-mountain boards: the Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero, Lib Tech Orca, Jones Mountain Twin, CAPiTA Mercury and Arbor Element. Here are our picks, the trends behind them, and how to choose.
The Best Snowboards for 2025
- Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero: A directional all-mountain board for carving, powder and everything in between. Best for advanced riders. Check price
- Lib Tech Orca: A short, wide powder board with a playful feel. It floats in deep snow without needing a long board. Check price
- Jones Mountain Twin: A one-board quiver that rides well in the park, on groomers and in the backcountry. Check price
- CAPiTA Mercury: A durable, responsive all-mountain board that handles most conditions. Check price
- Arbor Element: An all-mountain board with strong edge hold, built with sustainably sourced wood and bio-resin. Check price
Snowboard Trends for 2025
- Sustainable materials: More brands use recycled cores, bio-based resins and responsibly sourced wood. Arbor has led here for years. Look for FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified wood.
- Better all-mountain boards: All-mountain boards keep getting more versatile, with better edge hold on ice and more float in soft snow.
- Dampening: Brands add cork, rubber and damping layers to the core to cut chatter (vibration) at speed.
- Short and wide shapes: Shorter, wider boards float better in powder and turn more easily. The Lib Tech Orca is the best-known example.
- Women's boards: Women's boards are designed around lower average rider weight, not just smaller sizes. Roxy and CAPiTA both make strong women's lines.
How to Choose Your Snowboard
- Pick your riding style. Park, powder or all-mountain? Choose a board built for what you ride most.
- Think about your terrain. Icy groomers need edge hold. Deep powder needs float.
- Choose a flex. A softer flex is forgiving and playful. A stiffer flex is more stable at speed.
- Demo before you buy. Many resorts and shops have demo programs.
- Read reviews. Once you have a shortlist, see what other riders say.
The Bottom Line
For most riders, an all-mountain board such as the Jones Mountain Twin or CAPiTA Mercury covers the whole mountain. If you chase powder, look at the Lib Tech Orca. If sustainability matters to you, the Arbor Element is a strong choice.
