Hello and welcome to my GNU Finest review.
In this review, I will take a look at the Finest as an all-mountain-freestyle snowboard.
As per tradition here at SnowboardingProfiles.com I will give the Finest a score out of 100 (based on several factors) and see how it compares with other all-mountain-freestyle snowboards.
NOTE: The 2026 model was the last version of the Finest in this edition. However, it was replaced by the new GNU T.R.E. The T.R.E is essentially just a name change for the finest. You can check out our GNU T.R.E review here.
Overall Rating
Board: GNU Finest
Price: $549
Style: All-Mountain-Freestyle
Flex Rating: Medium-Firm
Flex Feel on Snow: Medium (6/10)
Rating Score: 81.1/100
Compared to other Men’s All-Mountain-Freestyle Boards
Of the 33 current model all-mountain-freestyle snowboards that we tested:
The average score was 84.3/100
The highest score was 95.6/100
The lowest score was 72.8/100
The average price was $608
❄️ The Finest ranked 28th= out of 33
Overview of the Finest's Specs
Check out the tables for the Finest's specs and available sizes.
Specs
Style: | All-Mountain-Freestyle |
Price: | $549 - BUYING OPTIONS |
Ability Level: |  |
Flex: |  |
Feel: |  |
Turn Initiation: | Medium-Fast |
Edge-hold: |  |
Camber Profile: | Hybrid Rocker - GNU's "C2X" camber profile |
Shape: | True Twin (asymmetrical) |
Setback Stance: | Centered |
Base: | Sintered |
Weight: | Felt just a little heavier than normal |
Sizing
LENGTH (cm) | Waist Width (mm) | Rec Rider Weight (lb) | Rec Rider Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
148 | 248 | 80-160 | 36-73 |
151 | 250 | 90-170 | 41-77 |
154 | 251 | 110-200 | 50-91 |
155W | 262 | 110-210 |