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This list is for those that like their snowboarding hard, fast and uncompromising.
We have compiled what we think are the best 6 aggressive all-mountain snowboards currently on the market. This list has been update for the 2024-2025 season.
As is tradition here at SnowboardingProfiles.com, each board will receive a rating out of 100.
Category Stats
Of the 18 19current model aggressive all-mountain snowboards that we tested:
The average score was 85.6/100
The highest score was 91.5/100
The lowest score was 78.5/100
The average price was $637
OK, let's have a look at the top 6 for 2025!
#6: K2 Antidote
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating score: 87.0/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Starting off the list at #6, we have K2's Antidote snowboard.
The Antidote is a stiff, hard charging, take no prisoners board that allows you to push it to its limits without it even bending, let alone breaking.
If you like your board damp, smooth, stiff and aggressive, then you should have the Antidote squarely on your Radar.
#5: GNU Forest Bailey 4 x 4
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating score: 88.1/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Next up we have the GNU Forest Bailey 4x4.
The 4 x 4 is the brainchild of Forest Bailey. It's the softest flexing on this list and, with a just stiffer than medium flex, it's not super aggressive. At least not when you don't want it to be.
But the C3 camber and sidecut of this board help to make it aggressive when you do want it. But it's something that you can get a bit more casual/lazy on, so you don't have to be charging on it all the time.
This jumping powerhouse of a board is on that cuff between all-mountain and aggressive all-mountain and is super versatile. But make no mistake that while it's not the most aggressive on this list, you can throw a lot at it and it won't cower away from it.
#4: Rome Rene-Gade
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating score: 88.7/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
At #4 we have Rome's Rene-Gade.
The Rene-Gade is a stiff, damp aggressive snowboard that is most at home when bombing at high speeds and carving elbows deep.
You've got to input energy into this board to be able to tame it, but when you do, it gives back that energy tenfold and is something that you can throw the kitchen sink at and it will remain calm, stable and unaffected.
#3: Capita Mega Merc
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7/10)
Rating score: 91.0/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Once more like the Antidote (see #6 above) and Rene-Gade (see #4 above), the Mega Merc feels like it has mellowed out a touch, making it a slightly more well rounded ride.
But don't be fooled into think that it's suddenly become an easy going ride - this thing still needs an aggressive rider to be able to get the best out of it.
And the best it can give? Well, a ride that's not only stable and fast but also explosive, poppy and dynamic.
#2: Burton Custom X
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating score: 91.0/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
The #2 snowboard on this list, the Burton Custom X has been a mainstay of this list - and for very good reason.
It has all the hallmarks of a good aggressive all-mountain board. It carves like a beast, bombs like a bullet train and
But on top of that, the evolution of this board has seen it develop some surprising slower speed prowess as well as a snappier feel than you'd think could come out of board this stiff and aggressive.
#1: Slash ATV
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating score: 91.5/100
Price: View More Info and Current Prices at the links in the tabs below.
Returning to the top of this list, after a couple of years of absence, we have our #1 board for 2025, the Slash ATV.
I couldn't ride the ATV for a couple of years - and there were significant enough changes that I was unable to update its review or keep it eligible for this list.
But I finally got back on it and dang, did this thing not disappoint. In fact I think it's gotten even better - and it was #1 the last time I rode it.
If carving is at all in your repertoire, then the ATV should be on your list. It's not the most aggressive on this list and if you're looking for something that has no ceiling in terms of speed or high speed carving, then you're probably better off looking at #2, #4 & #6.
But if you want something that's still aggressive and can still take a lot, but with a bit of forgiveness built in AND a carving feeling that will give you un-matchable thrills, then the ATV is a board I suggest you give a shot!
Over To You
I hope this post has helped to narrow down the best aggressive all-mountain options for you.
Check out the links in the where to buy boxes (the ones with the flags) for prices, availability and more info on the boards. And the full review links for more details on how we experienced each board.
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #6
Board: Arbor Wasteland Camber
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 85.3/100
Starting off the list at #6, we have Arbor's Wasteland Camber. It's the burliest of Arbor's mountain twins and it's the kind of board that makes you confident bombing at any speed.
Whilst it's a directional twin, it has a reference stance that's centered on effective edge, making this a great option for those that want to ride switch a lot as well.
But first and foremost, this is a hard charging board for tearing up the mountain and could take any amount of speed that I was able to throw at it, without the slightest hint of feeling unstable.
Score Breakdown for the Wasteland Camber
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
CARVING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.0 | 8/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
SWITCH | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #5
Board: Jones Aviator 2.0
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 85.3/100
In at #5, we have the first of the Jones' offerings in this list, the Aviator 2.0.
Looking for something that's aggressive and damp, but somehow still quite snappy? Then Jones' Aviator 2.0 might be your kind of board.
It loves speed and carving the most and you can drive this board hard, but it's also great for jumps and it comes with oodles of pop too, in thanks partly to the big bow of camber it possesses.
If you can handle this board, it returns performance in spades.
Score Breakdown for the Aviator 2.0
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.0 | 20/25 |
CARVING | 4.5 | 18/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.0 | 8/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #4
Board: Jones Ultra Mountain Twin
Flex: Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 85.9/100
Next up we have Jones' Ultra Mountain Twin, the stiffer, burlier big brother of the Mountain Twin.
The Ultra Mountain Twin isn't ultra-aggressive in terms of it's camber profile - there's a reasonable amount of rocker in the profile, compared to the others on this list.
But there's still no mistaking it's aggressive nature. And that aggression comes from a rather stiff core. Noticeably stiffer and more aggressive than it's little brother, the Mountain Twin.
You can really bomb the mountain on this board and it lays a mean carve. But it's also still pretty good in powder. So, if you're looking for a stiff, aggressive and light-weight ride but still want decent float in pow - the UMT might be a good bet for you.
Score Breakdown for the Ultra Mountain Twin
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.0 | 20/25 |
CARVING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 3.5 | 7/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #3
Board: GNU Forest Bailey 4x4
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 88.1/100
In at #3, we have the GNU 4x4.
The 4x4 is the brainchild of Forest Bailey. It's the softest flexing on this list - and with a just stiffer than medium flex, it's not super aggressive, when you don't want it to be. But the C3 camber and sidecut of this board help to make it aggressive when you do want it. But it's something that you can get a bit more casual/lazy on, so you don't have to be charging on it all the time.
This jumping powerhouse of a board is on that cuff between all-mountain and aggressive all-mountain and is super versatile. But make no mistake that while it's not the most aggressive on this list, you can throw a lot at it and it won't cower away from it.
Score Breakdown for the 4x4
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.0 | 20/25 |
CARVING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
JUMPS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 9/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.0 | 8/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 88.1/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Rating: 89.3/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up (and I agree!) With a stiff flex and traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep, too fast or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s certainly not the cheapest board on the market but if you've got the budget for it, you get a hard charging, take no prisoners beast of a board.
Score Breakdown for the Custom X
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
CARVING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.5 | 9/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #1
Board: Capita Mega Merc
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 90.4/100
And finally, in at #1, we have Capita's Mega Merc.
Like the Ultra Mountain Twin above, the Mega Merc is a great options for those who want decent powder performance (without going freeride and sacrificing switch). It's the equal best on this list in powder.
But where the Mega Merc really shines is when you open it out. This thing is a beast and it can bomb with the best of them - and carve trenches. If riding aggressively, bombing and carving are your mainstays, then you should definitely have the Mega Merc on your shortlist.
It's another one of those boards that you had better take control of, if you don't want to be the one taken for a ride! But when you do tame it, you get rewarded for it.
Score Breakdown for the Mega Merc
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
CARVING | 4.5 | 18/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.5 | 9/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.4/100 |
See how the top 6 compared to the averages in the stats below.
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #6
Board: Arbor Wasteland Camber
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 85.3/100
Starting off the list at #6, we have the Arbor Wasteland Camber. It's the biggest and baddest of Arbor's mountain twins and it's the kind of board where you just feel confident bombing it at any speed.
Whilst it's a directional twin, it has a reference stance that's centered on effective edge, making this a great option for those that want to ride switch a lot as well.
But mostly, this is a hard charging board for tearing up the mountain and could certainly take any amount of speed that I was able to throw at it, without the slightest hint of getting squirrelly.
Score Breakdown for the Wasteland Camber
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
CARVING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.0 | 8/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
SWITCH | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #5
Board: Jones Aviator 2.0
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 85.3/100
Looking for something that's aggressive and damp, but somehow still quite snappy? Then the Aviator 2.0 might be your kind of board.
You can drive this thing hard and what it loves most is speed and carving, but it's also great for jumps and the big bow of camber it possesses leads to oodles of pop.
If you can handle this board, it returns performance in spades.
Score Breakdown for the Aviator 2.0
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.0 | 20/25 |
CARVING | 4.5 | 18/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.0 | 8/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #4
Board: Jones Ultra Mountain Twin
Flex: Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 85.9/100
The Ultra Mountain Twin isn't ultra-aggressive in terms of it's camber profile - there's a reasonable amount of rocker in the profile, compared to the others on this list.
But there's still no mistaking it's aggressive nature. And that aggression comes from a rather stiff core. Noticeably stiffer and more aggressive than it's little brother, the Mountain Twin.
You can really bomb the mountain on this board and it lays a mean carve. But it's also still pretty good in powder. So, if you're looking for a stiff, aggressive and light-weight ride but still want decent float in pow - the UMT might be a good bet for you.
Score Breakdown for the Ultra Mountain Twin
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.0 | 20/25 |
CARVING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 3.5 | 7/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #3
Board: GNU Forest Bailey 4x4
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 88.1/100
In at #3, we have the GNU 4x4.
New for 2023, the 4x4 is the brainchild of Forest Bailey. It's the softest flexing on this list - and with a just stiffer than medium flex, it's not super aggressive, when you don't want it to be. But the C3 camber and sidecut of this board help to make it aggressive when you want it to be. But something that you don't always have to charge to have fun on, when you want to get lazy.
This jumping powerhouse of a board is on that cuff between all-mountain and aggressive all-mountain and just does everything well. But make no mistake that while it's not the most aggressive on this list, you can throw a lot at it and it won't cower away from it.
Score Breakdown for the 4x4
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.0 | 20/25 |
CARVING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
JUMPS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 9/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.0 | 8/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 88.1/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Rating: 89.3/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up (and I agree!) With a stiff flex and traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep, too fast or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s certainly not the cheapest board on the market but if you've got the budget for it, you get a hard charging, take no prisoners beast of a board.
Score Breakdown for the Custom X
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
CARVING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.5 | 9/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #1
Board: Capita Mega Merc
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 90.4/100
Like the Ultra Mountain Twin above, the Mega Merc is a great options for those who want decent powder performance (without going freeride and sacrificing switch). It's the equal best on this list in powder.
But where the Mega Merc really shines is when you open it out. This thing is a beast and it can bomb with the best of them - and carve trenches. If riding aggressively, bombing and carving are your mainstays, then you should definitely have the Mega Merc on your shortlist.
It's another one of those boards that you had better take control of, if you don't want to be the one taken for a ride! But when you do tame it, you get rewarded for it.
Score Breakdown for the Mega Merc
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
SPEED | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
CARVING | 4.5 | 18/20 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
CRUD/CHUNDER | 4.5 | 9/10 |
TREES/BUMPS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.4/100 |
See how the top 6 compared to the averages in the stats below.
O.k. let’s get into the top 6!
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #6
Board: Arbor Wasteland Camber
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 84.3/100
Starting off the list at #6, we have the Arbor Wasteland Camber. It's the biggest and baddest of Arbor's mountain twins and it's the kind of board where you just feel confident bombing it at any speed.
Whilst it's a directional twin, it has a reference stance that's centered on effective edge, making this a great option for those that want to ride switch a lot as well.
But mostly, this is a hard charging board for tearing up the mountain and could certainly take any amount of speed that I was able to throw at it, without the slightest hint of getting squirrelly.
Score Breakdown for the Wasteland Camber
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 20/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 7/10 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SWITCH | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 84.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #5
Board: Jones Ultra Mountain Twin
Flex: Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 85.4/100
The Ultra Mountain Twin isn't ultra-aggressive in terms of it's camber profile - there's reasonable amount of rocker in the profile, compared to the others on this list.
But there's still no mistaking it's aggressive nature. And that aggression comes from a rather stiff core. Noticeably stiffer and more aggressive than it's little brother, the Mountain Twin.
You can really bomb the mountain on this board and it lays a mean carve. But it's also still pretty good in powder. So, if you're looking for a stiff, aggressive and light-weight ride but still want decent float in pow - the UMT might be a good bet for you.
Score Breakdown for the Ultra Mountain Twin
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 20/25 |
SPEED | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 7/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.4/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #4
Board: Jones Aviator 2.0
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 86.0/100
Looking for something that's aggressive and damp, but somehow still quite snappy? Then the Aviator 2.0 might be your kind of board.
You can drive this thing hard and what it loves most is speed and carving, but it's also great for jumps and the big bow of camber it possesses leads to oodles of pop.
If you can handle this board, it returns performance in spades.
Score Breakdown for the Aviator 2.0
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
SPEED | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 7/10 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.0/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #3
Board: Capita Mega Merc
Flex: Medium-Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 86.0/100
Like the Ultra Mountain Twin above, the Mega Merc is a great options for those who want decent powder performance (without going freeride and sacrificing switch). It's the equal best on this list in powder.
But where the Mega Merc really shines is when you open it out. This thing is a beast and it can bomb with the best of them - and carve trenches. If riding aggressively, bombing and carving are your mainstays, then you should definitely have the Mega Merc on your shortlist.
It's another one of those boards that you had better take control of, if you don't want to be the only being taken for a ride! But when you do, you really get rewarded for it.
Score Breakdown for the Mega Merc
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 3.0 | 9/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.0/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Flex: Stiff (9/10)
Rating: 87.6/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up (and I agree!) With a stiff flex and traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep, too fast or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s certainly not the cheapest board on the market but if you've got the budget for it, you get a hard charging, take no prisoners beast of a board.
Score Breakdown for the Custom X
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JUMPS | 3.0 | 9/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.6/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #1
Board: Slash ATV
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 91.0/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Slash ATV!
This board only knows one way down the mountain – hard and fast. But should you want to do hard and fast airborne or riding switch then the ATV has you covered for that too!
But it's hard and fast without being dead/planky - it's got some real liveliness/spring to it.
It’s super responsive when you lay into it and drive it hard, it's stiff and it features a traditional camber profile with plenty of camber and plenty of pop.
This is all round just a killer deck and I had heaps of fun demoing it. It was one of those boards that I felt I didn’t have to get used to – it was awesome from the very first turn I made on it. And for something as aggressive as this, that's pretty impressive.
Score Breakdown for the ATV
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.0/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this post has helped to narrow down the best aggressive all-mountain options for you.
Check out the links below each board for prices, availability and more info on the boards.
How these Boards Compared
See how the top 6 compared to the averages in the stats below.
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #6=
Board: Nitro Team Camber
Price: $499
Flex: Medium (6/10)
Rating: 83.1/100
Starting off the list in #6=, we have the Nitro Team Camber.
The Team is the softest flexing on this list - but it's still something you can ride really aggressively - and a big part of that is down to the full camber profile - and also it's not that soft either.
Overall, the Team is a very well rounded board, that can really bomb when you want it to - but if you're someone who prefers more of a mid-flex to a stiffer flex, but still want a fairly aggressive ride, then the Team should be on your list.
Score Breakdown for the Team
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 20/25 |
SPEED | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 7/10 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 83.1/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #6=
Board: Capita Supernova
Price: $499
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 83.1/100
Next up we have the Capita Supernova.
The Supernova is great at the things you really want out of an aggressive all-mountain board - speed and carving - but it's also quite versatile outside of that.
It's the best equal in terms of riding powder, from this list, It's also the second softest flexing and the lowest equal priced option on this list.
So, if you want something that's aggressive but want to still have a bit of versatility and want just a bit of a softer flex, and want to save some cash, this should definitely be on your radar.
Score Breakdown for the Supernova
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 20/25 |
SPEED | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 7/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 83.1/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #5
Board: Endeavor Alpha
Price: $549
Flex: Stiff (8.5/10)
Rating: 84.3/100
Next is the Endeavor Alpha.
The Alpha is not something you'd want to go in powder more than just an inch or two (very short nose/tail and very subtle uplift nose and tail - the only redeeming feature powder-wise is that it's a little tapered).
But for carving & speed, this is an absolute beast. It's not a do-it-all kind of board, but if you just really want to charge hard all day, then the Alpha has you covered for sure.
Score Breakdown for the Alpha
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JUMPS | 3.0 | 9/15 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 6/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 3.0 | 6/10 |
SWITCH | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 84.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #4
Board: Jones Ultra Mountain Twin
Price: $599
Flex: Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 85.4/100
The Ultra Mountain Twin isn't ultra-aggressive in terms of it's camber profile - there's reasonable amount of rocker in the profile, compared to the others on this list.
But there's still no mistaking it's aggressive nature. And that aggression comes from a rather stiff core. Noticeably stiffer and more aggressive than it's little brother, the Mountain Twin.
You can really bomb the mountain on this board and it lays a mean carve. But it's also still pretty good in powder. So, if you're looking for a stiff, aggressive and light-weight ride but still want decent float in pow - the UMT might be a good bet for you.
Score Breakdown for the Ultra Mountain Twin
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 20/25 |
SPEED | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 7/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.4/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #3
Board: GNU Billy Goat
Price: $599
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 87.1/100
Coming in at #3, we have the Billy Goat. The Billy Goat is an awesome option for any hard charging rider.
You want a board that is going to handle on the steepest terrain? Then why not go with a goat! Fast, aggressive and balanced, this deck can handle whatever you throw at it.
Though there is some subtle rocker between the feet in the C3 camber profile on this board, it's barely noticeable. This is a camber dominant ride - and quite stiff too - not for the faint of heart - but if you want a board that can bomb and carve hard, and you're at an advanced level, it can take what you throw at it and will give it back in spades.
Score Breakdown for the Billy Goat
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 9/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.1/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Price: $749
Rating: 87.1/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up (and I agree!) and with a stiff flex, directional shape and a traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep, too fast or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s not the cheapest board on the market but you get a lot for the price in terms of tech and toughness.
Score Breakdown for the Custom X
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JUMPS | 3.0 | 9/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.6/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #1
Board: Slash ATV
Price: $529
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 91.0/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Slash ATV!
This board only knows one way down the mountain – hard and fast. But should you want to do hard and fast airborne or riding switch then the ATV has you covered for that too!
But it's hard and fast without being dead/planky - it's got some real liveliness/spring to it.
It’s got a directional twin shape – which is what helps to make it pretty decent at riding switch – but everything else about this board is super aggressive. It’s super responsive, stiff and features a traditional camber profile with plenty of camber and plenty of pop.
This is all round just a killer deck and I had heaps of fun demoing it. It was one of those boards that I felt I didn’t have to get used to – it was awesome from the very first turn I made on it.
Score Breakdown for the ATV
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.0/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this post has helped to narrow down the best aggressive all-mountain options for you.
NOTE: This is a past seasons top 6. For the latest season's Top 6 Aggressive All-Mountain Snowboards list, check out the link below:
>>TOP 6 AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN SNOWBOARDS
(Latest Season)
How these Boards Compared
See how the top 6 compared to the averages in the stats below.
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #6
Board: Capita Supernova
Price: $499
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 83.7/100
Starting off the list in #6, we have the Capita Supernova.
The Supernova is great at the things you really want out of an aggressive all-mountain board - speed and carving - but it's also quite versatile outside of that.
It's the best equal in terms of riding powder, from this list, It's also the softest flexing and the lowest priced option on this list.
So, if you want something that's aggressive but want to still have a bit of versatility and want just a bit of a softer flex, and want to save some cash, this should definitely be on your radar.
Score Breakdown for the Supernova
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 20/25 |
SPEED | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 7/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 83.7/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #5
Board: Endeavor Alpha
Price: $599
Flex: Stiff (8.5/10)
Rating: 84.3/100
Next is the Endeavor Alpha.
The Alpha is a new addition to the Endeavor line for 2020. Not something you'd want to go in powder more than just an inch or two (very short nose/tail and very subtle uplift nose and tail - the only redeeming feature powder-wise is that it's a little tapered).
But for carving & speed, this is an absolute beast. It's not a do-it-all kind of board, but if you just really want to charge hard all day, then this beast has you covered for sure.
Score Breakdown for the Alpha
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JUMPS | 3.0 | 9/15 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 6/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 3.0 | 6/10 |
SWITCH | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 84.3/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #4
Board: Jones Ultra Mountain Twin
Price: $599
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 84.8/100
The second Jones offering in this list, the Ultra Mountain Twin isn't ultra-aggressive in terms of it's camber profile - there's reasonable amount of rocker in the profile, compared to the others on this list.
But there's still no mistaking it's aggressive nature. And that aggression comes from a rather stiff core. Noticeably stiffer and more aggressive than it's little brother, the Mountain Twin.
You can really bomb the mountain on this board and it lays a mean carve. But it's also still pretty good in powder. So, if you're looking for a stiff, aggressive and light-weight ride but still want decent float in pow - the UMT might be a good bet for you.
Score Breakdown for the Ultra Mountain Twin
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 20/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 84.8/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #3
Board: GNU Billy Goat
Price: $599
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 86.5/100
Coming in at #3, we have the Billy Goat. The Billy Goat is an awesome option for any hard charging rider.
You want a board that is going to handle on the steepest terrain? Then why not go with a goat! Fast, aggressive and balanced, this deck can handle whatever you throw at it.
Though there is some subtle rocker between the feet in the C3 camber profile on this board, it's barely noticeable. This is a camber dominant ride - and quite stiff too - not for the faint of heart - but if you want a board that can bomb and carve hard, and you're at an advanced level, it can take what you throw at it and will give it back in spades.
Score Breakdown for the Billy Goat
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 9/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SWITCH | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.5/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Price: $749
Flex: Stiff (9/10)
Rating: 87.1/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up (and I agree!) and with a stiff flex, directional shape and a traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep, too fast or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s not the cheapest board on the market but you get a lot for the price in terms of tech and toughness.
Score Breakdown for the Custom X
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JUMPS | 3.0 | 9/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 7/10 |
SWITCH | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.1/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #1
Board: Slash ATV
Price: $529
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 91.6/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Slash ATV!
This board only knows one way down the mountain – hard and fast. But should you want to do hard and fast airborne or riding switch then the ATV has you covered for that too!
But it's hard and fast without being dead/planky - it's got some real liveliness/spring to it.
It’s got a directional twin shape – which is what helps to make it pretty decent at riding switch – but everything else about this board is super aggressive. It’s super responsive, stiff and features a traditional camber profile with plenty of camber and plenty of pop.
This is all round just a killer deck and I had heaps of fun demoing it. It was one of those boards that I felt I didn’t have to get used to – it was awesome from the very first turn I made on it.
Score Breakdown for the ATV
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
CARVING/TURNS | 5.0 | 25/25 |
SPEED | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JUMPS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.0 | 6/10 |
PIPE | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SWITCH | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.0/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this post has helped to narrow down the best aggressive all-mountain options for you.
NOTE: This is a past seasons top 6. For the latest season's Top 6 Aggressive All-Mountain Snowboards list, check out the link below:
>>TOP 6 AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN SNOWBOARDS
(Latest Season)
How these Boards Compared
See how the top 6 compared to the averages in the stats below.
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #6
Board: Jones Explorer
Price: $449
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 84.8/100
The Explorer is the lowest priced board on this list, was the lowest of the 14 aggressive all mountain boards I looked at and goes for considerably less than the average price.
It's the least aggressive - it's the kind of board that I debated whether to put in all-mountain, aggressive all-mountain or freeride. So, if you're looking for a good mix of all 3, this is a great option.
It’s also the best on this list in powder.
It’s got more rocker in the shape than the other boards in this list. So if you want something with just that bit more forgiveness – but still a more aggressive ride than your average all mountain board, then this is the one on the list for you.
Score Breakdown for the Explorer
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Carving | 4.0 | 20/25 |
Speed | 4.0 | 16/20 |
Jumps | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
Powder | 4.0 | 12/15 |
Uneven Terrain | 3.5 | 7/10 |
Pipe | 3.5 | 7/10 |
Switch | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 84.8/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #5
Board: Jones Ultra Mountain Twin
Price: $599
Flex: Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 84.8/100
The second Jones offering in this list, the Ultra Mountain Twin, also has a reasonable amount of rocker in the profile, compared to the top 3 on this list.
But this time there's no mistaking that it's aggressive. And that aggression comes from a rather stiff core. Noticeably stiffer and more aggressive than it's little brother Mountain Twin.
You can really bomb the mountain on this board and it lays a mean carve. But it's also still pretty good in powder. So, if you're looking for a stiff, aggressive and light-weight ride but still want good float in pow - the UMT might be a good bet for you.
Score Breakdown for the Ultra Mountain Twin
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Carving | 4.0 | 20/25 |
Speed | 4.5 | 18/20 |
Jumps | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
Powder | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
Uneven Terrain | 3.0 | 6/10 |
Pipe | 3.5 | 7/10 |
Switch | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 84.8/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #4
Board: Capita Mercury
Price: $549
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 86.0/100
Coming in at #4 is the Capita Mercury.
Like the Explorer (#6 above) the Mercury was a tough one as to whether I would classify it as an all-mountain or an aggressive-all-mountain. It’s the kind of board that you can get in and put in an aggressive carve on but then when you want to you can get more playful on it – and it’s something you can ride slow if you need to.
It’s also above average in terms of powder, compared to the rest on this list (only the Explorer was better) – so if you want something that’s also got a bit more float, but still want something aggressive, then this is again a good option.
I also found this board super light. That plus some really decent pop made this board a great one for jumps and for spins if that’s something you also want to use it for. It’s a very versatile snowboard – which is why I was tempted to put it in the all-mountain list rather then here.
Score Breakdown for the Mercury
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Carving | 4.0 | 20/25 |
Speed | 4.0 | 16/20 |
Jumps | 4.0 | 12/15 |
Powder | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
Uneven Terrain | 3.5 | 7/10 |
Pipe | 4.0 | 8/10 |
Switch | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.0/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #3
Board: GNU Billy Goat
Price: $539
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 86.5/100
The Billy Goat (or Billy Goat C3 to be precise) is perfect for any hard charging rider.
You want a board that is going to handle on the steepest terrain? Then why not go with a goat! Fast, aggressive and balanced, this deck can handle whatever you throw at it.
Though there is some subtle rocker between the feet in the C3 camber profile on this board, it's barely noticeable. This is a camber dominant ride - and quite stiff too - not for the faint of heart - but if you want a board that can bomb and carve hard, and you're at an advanced level, it can take what you throw at it.
Score Breakdown for the Billy Goat
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Carving | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
Speed | 4.5 | 18/20 |
Jumps | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
Powder | 3.0 | 9/15 |
Uneven Terrain | 3.0 | 6/10 |
Pipe | 4.0 | 8/10 |
Switch | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.5/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Price: $749
Flex: Stiff (9/10)
Rating: 87.1/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up (and I agree!) and with a stiff flex, directional shape and a traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s not the cheapest board on the market but you get a lot for the price in terms of tech and toughness.
Score Breakdown for the Custom X
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Carving | 5.0 | 25/25 |
Speed | 5.0 | 20/20 |
Jumps | 3.0 | 9/15 |
Powder | 3.0 | 9/15 |
Uneven Terrain | 2.5 | 5/10 |
Pipe | 3.5 | 7/10 |
Switch | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.1/100 |
AGGRESSIVE ALL-MOUNTAIN BOARD #1
Board: Slash ATV
Price: $529
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 91.6/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Slash ATV!
This board only knows one way down the mountain – hard and fast. But should you want to do hard and fast airborne or riding switch then the ATV has you covered for that too!
It’s got a directional twin shape – which is what helps to make it pretty decent at riding switch – but everything else about this board is super aggressive. It’s super responsive, stiff and features a traditional camber profile.
This is all round just a killer deck and I had heaps of fun demoing it. It was one of those boards that I felt I didn’t have to get used to – it was awesome from the very first turn I made on it.
Score Breakdown for the ATV
FACTOR | rating (OUT OF 5) | contribution to final score |
|---|---|---|
Carving | 5.0 | 25/25 |
Speed | 4.5 | 18/20 |
Jumps | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
Powder | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
Uneven Terrain | 3.0 | 6/10 |
Pipe | 4.0 | 8/10 |
Switch | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.6/100 |
How these Boards Compared
See how the top 6 compared to the averages in the stats below.
- I looked at 14 different aggressive all-mountain boards
- The average score was 82.5/100
- The highest score was 92.7/100 (see #1 below)
- The lowest score was 75.3/100
- The average price was $577
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #6
Board: Salomon Man’s Board
Price: $549
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7/10)
Rating: 83.1/100
The Man’s Board is one of the better aggressive all-mountain options when it comes to getting air.
So if you like your jumps, but still want something that will bomb at speed and be awesome when laying down a carve, then the Man’s Board is worth looking at.
The Man’s Board has a little bit of rocker in its camber profile but the camber is the dominant part of the profile. That helps it with float in powder and makes it ever so slightly more forgiving than it would be if it were all camber.
But make no mistake, this board is definitely still an aggressive all mountain ride.
Score Breakdown for the Man’s Board
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
| Powder: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 2.5 | 5/10 |
| Pipe: | 4.0 | 8/10 |
| Switch: | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 83.1/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #5
Board: Jones Explorer
Price: $449
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5)
Rating: 84.3/100
The Explorer is the lowest priced board on this list and was the lowest of the 14 aggressive all mountain boards I looked at.
So if you’re looking for this style of board but don’t want to pay a good bit less than the average price, then this is definitely worth looking at.
It’s also the best on this list in powder.
It’s got more rocker in the shape than the other boards in this list. It’s fair to say it’s also probably the least aggressive in the list – so if you want something with just that bit more forgiveness – but still a more aggressive ride than your average all mountain board, then this is the one on the list for you.
Score Breakdown for the Explorer
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Powder: | 4.0 | 12/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 3.0 | 6/10 |
| Pipe: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Switch: | 3.0 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 84.3/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #4
Board: Capita Mercury
Price: $519
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 86.0/100
Coming in at #4 is the Capita Mercury.
Like the Explorer (#5 above) the Mercury was a tough one as to whether I would classify it as an all-mountain or an aggressive-all-mountain. It’s the kind of board that you can get in and put in an aggressive carve on but then when you want to you can get more playful on it – and it’s something you can ride slow if you need to.
It’s also above average in terms of powder, compared to the rest on this list (only the Explorer was better) – so if you want something that’s also got a bit more float, but still want something aggressive, then this is again a good option.
I also found this board super light. That plus some really decent pop made this board a great one for jumps and for spins if that’s something you also want to use it for. It’s a very versatile snowboard – which is why I was tempted to put it in the all-mountain list rather then here.
Score Breakdown for the Mercury
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Speed: | 4.0 | 16/20 |
| Jumps: | 4.0 | 12/15 |
| Powder: | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Pipe: | 4.0 | 8/10 |
| Switch: | 3.0 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 86.0/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #3
Board: GNU Billy Goat
Price: $539
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 86.5/100
The Billy Goat (or Billy Goat C3 BTX to be precise) is perfect for any hard charging rider.
You want a board that is going to handle on the steepest terrain? Then why not go with a goat! Fast, aggressive and balanced, this deck can handle whatever you throw at it.
This is also a great choice for anyone who encounters icy snow regularly – it has awesome edge-hold in hard snow and icy snow conditions – in large part due to the magne-traction edges.
Score Breakdown
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
| Powder: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 3.0 | 6/10 |
| Pipe: | 4.0 | 8/10 |
| Switch: | 3.0 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 86.5/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Price: $749
Flex: Stiff (9/10)
Rating: 87.1/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up (and I agree!) and with a medium stiff flex, directional shape and a traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep, too narrow or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s not the cheapest board on the market but you get a lot for the price in terms of tech and toughness.
Score Breakdown
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Speed: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Powder: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 2.5 | 5/10 |
| Pipe: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Switch: | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 87.1/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #1
Board: Slash ATV
Price: $529
Flex: Medium Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 92.7/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Slash ATV!
This board only knows one way down the mountain – hard and fast. But should you want to do hard and fast airborne or riding switch then the ATV has you covered for that too!
It’s got a directional twin shape – which is what helps to make it pretty decent at riding switch – but everything else about this board is super aggressive. It’s super responsive, stiff and features a traditional camber profile.
This is all round just a killer deck and I had heaps of fun demoing it. It was one of those boards that I felt I didn’t have to get used to – it was awesome from the very first turn I made on it.
Score Breakdown
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
| Powder: | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Pipe: | 4.5 | 9/10 |
| Switch: | 3.0 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 92.7/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this post has helped to narrow down the best aggressive all-mountain options for you.
If you think you would prefer something a little less aggressive you could also check out my all-mountain and all-mountain freestyle lists.
NOTE: This list was for the 2017-18 season. For the latest Top 5 Aggressive All-Mountain Snowboards List, check out the link below:
>>Latest Season’s Top 5 Aggressive All-Mountain Snowboards
How these Boards Compared
See how the top 6 compared to the averages in the stats below.
- I looked at 16 different aggressive all-mountain boards
- The average score was 82.8/100
- The highest score was 92.7/100 (see #1 above)
- The lowest score was 75.9/100
- The average price was $574
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #6
Board: Jones Explorer
Price: $449
Flex: Medium-Stiff (6.5/10)
Rating: 84.3/100
The Explorer is the lowest priced board on this list and was the 2nd lowest of the 16 aggressive all mountain boards I looked at (only the Capita Supernova is priced lower).
So if you’re looking for this style of board but don’t want to pay a good bit less than the average price, then this is definitely worth looking at.
It’s also the best on this list in powder.
It’s got more rocker in the shape than the other boards in this list. It’s fair to say it’s also probably the least aggressive in the list – so if you want something with just that bit more forgiveness – but still a more aggressive ride than your average all mountain board, then this is the one on the list for you.
Score Breakdown for the Explorer
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Powder: | 4.0 | 12/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 3.0 | 6/10 |
| Pipe: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Switch: | 3.0 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 84.3/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #5
Board: Salomon Man’s Board
Price: $549
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7/10)
Rating: 84.8/100
The Man’s Board is the 2nd best on this list when it comes to jumps.
So if you like your jumps, but still want something that will bomb at speed and be awesome when laying down a carve, then the Man’s Board is worth looking at.
The Man’s Board has a little bit of rocker in its camber profile but the camber is the dominant part of the profile. That helps it with float in powder and makes it ever so slightly more forgiving than it would be if it were all camber.
But make no mistake, this board is definitely still an aggressive all mountain ride.
Score Breakdown for the Man’s Board
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.0 | 20/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 4.0 | 12/15 |
| Powder: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 2.5 | 5/10 |
| Pipe: | 4.0 | 8/10 |
| Switch: | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 84.8/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #4
Board: Slash Aurora
Price: $649
Flex: Medium-Stiff
Rating: 84.8/100
Coming in at #4 and the first of two Slash boards in this top 6, is the Aurora.
The Aurora does the core things that you need it to as an all-mountain rider who wants to bomb at speed and really take some aggressive lines.
But it’s also pretty good if you want to ride both ways at times, hit some jumps or pop off some lips etc.
Score Breakdown for the Aurora
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
| Powder: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 2.5 | 5/10 |
| Pipe: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Switch: | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 84.8/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #3
Board: GNU Billy Goat
Price: $539
Flex: Medium-Stiff (7.5/10)
Rating: 86.5/100
The Billy Goat (or Billy Goat C3 BTX to be precise) is perfect for any hard charging rider.
You want a board that is going to handle on the steepest terrain? Then why not go with a goat! Fast, aggressive and balanced, this deck can handle whatever you throw at it.
This is also a great choice for anyone who encounters icy snow regularly – it has awesome edge-hold in hard snow and icy snow conditions – in large part due to the magne-traction edges.
Score Breakdown
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 4.5 | 22.5/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.5 | 10.5/15 |
| Powder: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 3.0 | 6/10 |
| Pipe: | 4.0 | 8/10 |
| Switch: | 3.0 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 86.5/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #2
Board: Burton Custom X
Price: $749
Flex: Medium-Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 87.1/100
You want power, precision and speed? Then the Custom X should be on your radar.
Burton call this the most aggressive board in their line up and with a medium stiff flex, directional shape and a traditional camber profile there’ll be nothing too steep, too narrow or too gnarly for this bad boy.
It’s not the cheapest board on the market but you get a lot for the price in terms of tech and toughness.
Score Breakdown
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Speed: | 5.0 | 20/20 |
| Jumps: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Powder: | 3.0 | 9/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 2.5 | 5/10 |
| Pipe: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Switch: | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 87.1/100 |
Aggressive All-Mountain Board #1
Board: Slash ATV
Price: $529
Flex: Medium Stiff (8/10)
Rating: 92.7/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Slash ATV!
This board only knows one way down the mountain – hard and fast. But should you want to do hard and fast airborne or riding switch then the ATV has you covered for that too!
It’s got a directional twin shape – which is what helps to make it pretty decent at riding switch – but everything else about this board is super aggressive. It’s super responsive, stiff and features a traditional camber profile.
This is all round just a killer deck and I had heaps of fun demoing it. It was one of those boards that I felt I didn’t have to get used to – it was awesome from the very first turn I made on it.
Score Breakdown
| FACTOR | RATING (OUT OF 5) | CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE |
| Carving: | 5.0 | 25/25 |
| Speed: | 4.5 | 18/20 |
| Jumps: | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
| Powder: | 2.5 | 7.5/15 |
| Uneven Terrain: | 3.5 | 7/10 |
| Pipe: | 4.5 | 9/10 |
| Switch: | 3.0 | 3/5 |
| TOTAL after normalizing | 92.7/100 |
Thanks for Reading
I hope this post has helped to narrow down the best aggressive all-mountain options for you.
Check out the link below for the latest updated version of the top aggressive all-mountain snowboards
>>Snowboarding Profiles’ Latest Top 6 Aggressive All-Mountain Snowboards List
For the latest season's list, check out the link below.
>>TOP 6 AGGRESSIVE ALL-MTN SNOWBOARDS (LATEST SEASON)
Buying Past Season Models
Often models don't change that much from year to year so if you can find a past season model, it will likely be close enough to the latest model but you can get it cheaper, if available and in a suitable size for you. For past year's models check out the links below to see if they still have any left.
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