2026 Arbor A-Frame Snowboard

The 2026 Arbor A-Frame marks a major evolution in Arbor’s freeride lineup, reborn with a distinctive swallowtail silhouette. Merging surf-inspired shaping with high-performance materials, this updated A-Frame is purpose-built for dynamic turns, deep snow performance, and high-speed carving. With directional camber, a progressive sidecut, and a stiff flex, it’s Arbor’s most powerful and precise freeride design to date.

Why we like it:

This board stands out not just for its looks, but for how it rides. It carves like a race board, floats like a pow board, and holds an edge like it’s on rails.

Who it's for:

Advanced to expert freeriders who want a purpose-driven shape for charging steeps, trenching groomers, and surfing through pow. If you value deep snow performance and creative turn shapes, the A-Frame is your kind of board.

Highlights:

The 2026 A-Frame combines Arbor’s most advanced directional camber profile with a progressive dual-radius sidecut for smooth turn initiation and exit. Its swallowtail design reduces tail volume, adding float up front and reducing drag in powder without sacrificing trench-laying edge grip. RWD Carbon layup and Vector Netting boost torsional stability and responsiveness, while the Highland II core keeps things snappy and strong. With a stiff flex rating and a wide, supportive platform, it’s equally confident railing groomers or dropping into backcountry steeps.

Things to consider:

This isn’t a casual cruiser or an all-mountain jack-of-all-trades, it’s designed for aggressive riders who know how to drive a board. The swallowtail reduces versatility for riding or landing switch, and the stiff flex will be overkill for mellow speeds or lighter riders.

Fit & sizing considerations:

With its directional shape and longer effective edge, the A-Frame rides slightly long. Stick to your standard freeride length unless you’re specifically prioritizing maneuverability, this shape does the work once you’re in motion.