2027 Burton Family Tree Backseat Driver Pow Surfing Board

The Burton Family Tree Backseat Driver is a pow surfer built to ride without bindings, from your backyard to the backcountry. Its surf-inspired directional shape delivers float and a loose, playful feel that firms into a powerful turn when you lean on it.

Why we like it:

It brings the free, skate-like flow of surfing to deep snow, staying loose and forgiving underfoot while still driving through a committed turn when you want one.

Who it's for:

It is made for powder-focused riders who want a fun, binding-free way to surf snow on deep days.

Highlights:

The Backseat Driver runs a Directional Flat Top profile with a longer nose than tail, which keeps the nose planing on top of deep snow while the flat midsection stays loose and surfy. A full 25mm of taper narrows the tail so it sinks and releases easily, giving the board its skate-like, slashy feel. The lightweight Super Fly 800G dual-species wood core keeps swing weight low and adds pop, while the fast extruded base needs little upkeep and slides well in cold, deep conditions. Because it rides without bindings, an included Powsurf Leash keeps the board with you on every drop-in.

Things to consider:

This is a specialty powder surfer with no bindings, so it is meant for deep snow and playful riding rather than groomers, park, or all-mountain performance.

Fit & sizing considerations:

As a binding-free pow surfer, the Backseat Driver is chosen more by rider weight and the snow you ride than by boot size. Lighter riders or those who want a looser, more maneuverable feel can size down, while heavier riders or anyone chasing maximum float in deep snow should size up.