Lib Technologies Orca II Snowboard - 2027 One Color, 162cm

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying""I took the Orca II to Jackson late in the season when the groomers were bulletproof, and there were still a few powder pockets left in the trees. It handled both without skipping a beat. The sidecut is tight enough that you can really dig into a hardpack carve, but then you drop into a soft chute, and the nose just lifts. I've been riding a longer board for years, and this thing made me question that whole approach — it's shorter than you'd expect, but nothing feels missing.""Who It's ForIntermediate to Advanced All-Mountain and Freeride RidersThe Orca II is built for riders who want one board to handle everything from resort groomers to backcountry powder. Intermediates will appreciate the forgiving floaty nose and hybrid C2 contour, while advanced riders will push the tight sidecut and maximum power tail into aggressive hardpack carves and deep freeride lines. What It's ForAll-Mountain and Freeride/Powder TerrainThe Orca II thrives everywhere on the mountain. The long, floaty nose handles powder pillows and soft snow landings, while the tight 7m sidecut and directional shape deliver short, powerful carves on hardpack. Designed to ride 3–6cm shorter than your normal board, it stays nimble without sacrificing float. Why We Like ItHorsepower Ocean-Bound Native Hemlock ConstructionThe Orca II runs Lib Tech's new Horsepower Ocean-Bound Native Hemlock Construction, pairing a 60% Makah Hemlock / 40% Paulownia core with Tri-Ax/Bi-Ax fiberglass for a lighter, smoother ride. The Hybrid C2 rocker/camber contour delivers full contact and control in all conditions, while Magne-Traction serrated edges grip ice and hardpack where a standard edge falls short. The Ocean Bound eco-sublimated top is made from recycled coastal PET plastic, backing strong environmental credentials alongside the performance build."

Price: $749.99 from Backcountry