SIA 2016 Highlights - Snowboards

From small builders like Michigan-based Marhar and eco-friendly leaders Niche, to K2 and Ride, here are a few snowboards that rise to the top of our list of 2016/17 snowboards.

Marhar Snowboards

Marhar Snowboards has grown from a tiny space in the CRAFT section last year to a full-fledged booth this year. Their impressive lineup is built in their own factory in Grand Rapids, MI, and covers the full spectrum, from kids to all-mountain rippers.

As the industry and sport continues to mature, we keep hearing the question “what does snowboarding need?” With a contagiously positive attitude, strong support for their dealer network, and a welcoming spirit for all types of riders, snowboarding needs more people like Nate Morse and his crew at Marhar Snowboards!

Highlights: Archaic, Lumberjack, Aura

Grand Rapids, MI
marharsnowboards.com

2016 SIA Best In Show - Snowboards - Marhar Archaic

2016/17 Marhar Archaic

It was almost too easy to select the Marhar Archaic as our 2016 Best in Show snowboard! This board will take you everywhere on the mountain – it’s stable in the steeps, easy to maneuver in the trees, floats over bumps, and carves effortlessly on groomers. So much fun to ride, and sells for under $500!

All-Mountain Freestyle
Hybrid Rocker-Camber
Mid-flex
True Twin
Sizes: 154, 154W, 156, 158, 158W, 161, 164
2 Year Warranty
Made in the USA
MSRP: $469

Niche Snowboards

Niche continues to mix art and a strong commitment to building environmentally-friendly snowboards. From their $400 Knew to the all-mountain Aether (our 2015/16 Snowboard of the Year), Niche once again lands toward the top of our list with a dialed in lineup.

Highlights: Aether, Knew

Salt Lake City, UT
nichesnowboards.com