What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying"The Skunk Ape is my go-to as a bigger rider. The wide platform means no toe drag when I'm carving deep, and the camber with Horsepower construction keeps it stable and lively at high speeds. The extended nose really helps in pow—it floats better than I expected for a twin-like shape. For riders with big boots or heavier builds, this board makes everything easier and more fun."Large-Boot, Heavyweight, and Aggressive All-Mountain RidersThis package is built for snowboarders with size 11+ boots or heavier builds who want high-performance gear across the full mountain. The Skunk Ape's extra-wide waist widths eliminate toe and heel drag, while the Aura Pro boot's medium flex and heat-moldable liner deliver all-day comfort without sacrificing response. The Lightning Supermatic binding brings step-in convenience and medium-stiff all-mountain performance for riders who want to spend more time riding and less time strapping in.All-Mountain, Freestyle, and Resort TerrainThis package thrives on groomers, powder, park features, and sidecountry trees. The Skunk Ape's directional twin shape and extended nose float well in soft snow while staying precise on hardpack. The Aura Pro handles the full resort day with ease, and the Lightning Supermatic's automatic entry system keeps transitions smooth from lift to line.Wide Platform, Lightweight Build, Step-In SpeedThe Skunk Ape is anchored by an FSC-certified 60% aspen / 40% paulownia core kept light and lively through Lib Tech's Horsepower construction. Tri-Ax/Bi-Ax fiberglass with basalt alloy delivers smooth flex and response, while Magne-Traction serrated edges hold on ice and variable snow. The Hybrid C2X profile—lengthened camber with shortened rocker—gives you pop, precision, and float in one shape. The Bent Metal Lightning Supermatic binding adds Supermatic® automatic entry, a solid power highback, and a 3° canted footbed for balance and impact absorption. A dual band auto ankle strap and flip-fit toe strap lock in securely the moment you step on. The Vans Aura Pro boot ties it all together with a dual-zone BOA® system, heat-moldable Smartwool® liner, and a V2 Waffle Pro sole for traction on and off the snow.
Snowboard Length: 157cm wide, 161cm wide, 163cm ultra-wide, 165cm wide, 169cm wide, 170cm ultra-wide, 173cm ultra-wide;
Snowboard Profile: Hybrid C2X;
Snowboard Shape: Directional Twin;
Snowboard Flex: 7 out of 10;
Snowboard Waist Width: [157 wide] 268mm, [161 wide] 268mm, [163 ultra-wide] 280mm, [165 wide] 268mm, [169 wide] 268mm, [170 ultra-wide] 285mm, [173 ultra-wide] 285mm;
Stance Width: 21–26in;
Stance Setback: -1in;
Mount: 2x4;
Recommended Rider Weight: [157 wide] 140 lb+, [161 wide] 145 lb+, [163 ultra-wide] 150 lb+, [165 wide] 145 lb+, [169 wide] 150 lb+, [170 ultra-wide] 160 lb+, [173 ultra-wide] 170 lb+;
Binding Highback: Solid Power;
Binding Baseplate: Slip Plate;
Binding Ankle Strap: Dual Band Auto;
Binding Toe Strap: Flip Fit;
Binding Ratchet: Aluminum;
Boot Liner: V2 UltraCush Smartwool;
Binding Flex: 8 out of 10;
Boot Material: synthetic;
Boot Shell Lacing: BOA Fit System;
Thermo-moldable Boot Liner: Yes;
Boot Flex: Medium;
Boot Sole: V2 Waffle Pro, All-Trac Rubber;
Boot Midsole: UltraCush (EVA);
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year Limited (board), 1 Year Limited (binding);
Activity: All-Mountain Snowboarding, Freeride/Powder Snowboarding, Park & Freestyle Snowboarding;
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Style Variants
Available Colors: One Color/Black/Black/White, One Color/Black/Stormy Weather, One Color/White/Stormy Weather
Size Reference for Lib Technologies Binding + Aura Pro Boot
Available Sizes: One Color/Black/Black/White, 169cm Wide/L/12.0, One Color/Black/Stormy Weather, 169cm Wide/L/11.0, One Color/Black/Stormy Weather, 169cm Wide/L/11.5, One Color/Black/Stormy Weather, 169cm Wide/L/12.0, One Color/Black/Stormy Weather, 169cm Wide/M/11.0, One Color/White/Stormy Weather, 169cm Wide/M/11.0
