New for 2008!
The Spearhead is the next evolution of big mountain boards with the most versatile powder performance of the Prior lineup. Big alpine bowls to tight treed sections the Spearhead - aptly named after the Spearhead Range in our backyard - handles it all...and rips in the hard pack too (both directions).
Notes:
1) Splitboards come apart in the center and work like x-country skis that, with the help of removable adhesive skins on the base of the board halves, allow the user to ascend into the backcountry. At the summit they quickly re-connect back together into a snowboard to ride down.
2) All Prior splitboards include a custom insert pack and comes complete with Voile hardware and climbing skins. Simply attach regular snowboard bindings and the board is ready to go.
Riders
The Spearhead Splitboard is designed for self propelled backcountry powder hounds who want to maximize their overall powder experience without compromising all-mountain performance.
Ride
The Spearhead Splitboard planes up on powder with ease and has moderate taper for an easy turning ride in any conditions. Smooth, stable, responsive and predictable.
Conditions
The Prior Spearhead splitboard performs well in terrain ranging from powder, ice, crud, and crust. In fact, you will notice minimal sacrifice in performance compared with our solid Spearhead model.
Design
Shape: The Spearhead's moderate taper and defined, gradually up-sloping tip only looks old-school; its design improves trim, floatation and drive compared with standard boards. In addition, it negates front edge grab allowing for effortless edge-to-edge transition which translates into a more predictable, responsive ride in all snow conditions.
Radius: Moderately long for performance powder riding and fall line speed.
Flex: Stable under the riders feet for power and stability; the profile gradually decreases off the underfoot platform towards the tip providing float without sacrificing performance. The underfoot platform remains for a few cm past the rear inserts, then tapers towards the tail for added pop, power and edgehold stability.
Strength: All Prior splitboards have steel edges and UHMW sidewalls around each board half. This feature combined with Prior's handcrafted sidewall construction, results in board longevity.
