Inspired by the efficient shapes found in nature, the Alpha sets a new standard in all-mountain fluency. Glide effortlessly through pow, slice clean lines down the trails or thread the needle on your favorite tree-run; it’s all about flow. A 3D spooned nose provides maximum float and smooth turn initiation, while the subtle pinch at the rear of the sidecut helps it to sink in deep snow. This is the go-to deck for creative mountain surfers like Mat Crepel.

SHAPE

• Directional: With over 50 years of proven performance, directional shapes have a significantly longer nose than tail. They excel at floating through powder and offer better glide, carving and stability in variable snow.
  
• Surfy CamRock Profile: Spring-loaded between the feet but extends the nose rocker to help the Alpha mow down bumps and plow through deep snow with ease.
• Evolution Nose: A 3D curved nose helps the board roll smoothly from edge to edge, creating a natural, surf-like flow through each turn.
• Drop Out: The Drop Out is derived from the shape of a bird of prey's tail. It generates more control when up on edge, but also allows for extra agility and deep, tight turns.
  

CONSTRUCTION

• Premium Sandwich: A step up from Nidecker's standard sandwich construction that adds carbon stringers for more pop, quicker edge response and improved shock absorption.
• Absorbnid Topsheet: An innovative top layer designed to absorb unwanted vibrations. Enjoy a smooth ride with less fatigue.
• Biax Plus Fiberglass: Biax Plus features a classic 90° weave but uses more glass to enhance power transfer. It’s super responsive and ideal for riders seeking a stiffer and more agile board that's still playful.
• Master Core: Two species of wood (poplar and paulownia) are combined to give the best of all worlds: light, strong and responsive.
• N-7000 Base: Developed exclusively for Nidecker, the N-7000 has all the durability and low-maintenance glide of an extruded base but is as hard as a sintered base. They call it sintruded. You'll call it fast.
• Pop Carbon: Carbon fiber is positioned between the inserts and the nose and tail – boosting ollie power and dampening chatter.
• Inserts: 6 rows of inserts at 2 cm intervals gives you maximum choice of stance width and works with any binding on the market.