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FREESTYLE BOARD #10=

Board: Bataleon Evil Twin
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable (but bordering on loose)
Smart rating score: 85.9/100
Starting off the list at #10 is the Bataleon Evil Twin.
The Evil Twin is a playful, snappy snowboard that excels at everything park and freestyle. Whether you want to butter around, attack side-hits, hit jumps or features in the park, the Evil Twin has you covered.
Score Breakdown for the Evil Twin
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #10=

Board: Slash Happy Place
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.9/100
Next up we have the Happy Place by Slash. A staple in this top 10 list for several years now - and for good reason.
If doing sick park laps all day is your thing, whether down the jump line or jib line, then riding this board will definitely take you to your happy place!
Score Breakdown for the Happy Place
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #9

Board: Arbor Relapse
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Semi-Locked In
Smart rating score: 85.9/100
The #9 position goes to the Relapse.
If you're looking for value-for-money in your park deck, look no further than the Relapse. It's one of the least expensive in this list - and actually went down for the 2024 model (without any downgrades).
But completely taking price out of the equation, the Relapse is a rad deck! It's got plenty of snap, crackle and pop and can actually lay down a pretty good carve - but still somehow manages to handle the jib line as well as the jump line.
Score Breakdown for the Relapse
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #8

Board: Burton Good Company
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Semi Locked-In
Smart rating score: 85.9/100
In at #8, we have Burton's Good Company.
Following on from the legacy left behind by the Kilroy Process and Kilroy Twin (both predecessors which were very similar boards), the Good Company is, like the Relapse above, a board that can carve really well, but still manages to be an easy turning board that rips anything in the terrain park. And also excels at finding sidehits off groomers or buttering around.
Score Breakdown for the Good Company
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #7

Board: Bataleon Evil Twin Plus
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Feel:
Smart rating score: 86.4/100
Bataleon's Evil Twin + is a souped up, slightly stiffer, lighter version of the Evil Twin (see #10 above).
While it may not be quite as jib friendly as the regular Evil Twin, it packs more punch for jumps and carves. And it feels pretty much what you'd expect it to. A slightly more aggressive, slightly burlier version of the Evil Twin (but still overall not overly aggressive or anything like that).
Score Breakdown for the Evil Twin Plus
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.4/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #6

Board: Rome Agent
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium (4.5/5)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 87.0/100
Next up, in the #6 spot, we have the Rome Agent.
The Agent dominates jumps, but is certainly no slouch on boxes/rails etc. And it loves finding side hits on groomers, when riding outside the park.
But as well as its freestyle prowess, the Agent can rip a pretty decent carve too, when you just feel like leaving some thin lines on the groomers.
Score Breakdown for the Agent
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.0/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #5

Board: Niche Wraith
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium-Soft (3.5/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 87.0/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
The Niche Wraith comes in at #5.
Just a nice soft flexing, snappy fun freestyle board that can handle the jump and jib lines equally well. It's also not bad running some fun groomer laps with your buddies, especially if your eyeing up those side hits on your way.
Score Breakdown for the Wraith
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.0/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #4

Board: GNU Headspace
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 88.6/100
The Headspace retains it's place as our #4 board for 2024.
The Head Space is so snappy and fun and will make you want to launch off whatever you can find, be it in the park or on the groomers - and, if your so inclined, it's a joy to spin on too.
Despite the camber dominant C3 profile, it transitions in/out of switch with ease and is also nice and easy to butter around on.
When it comes to riding the park and getting freestyle on the groomers, the Head Space has it all.
Score Breakdown for the Headspace
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 88.6/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #3

Board: YES Jackpot
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 89.1/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
The YES Jackpot is a great option if you like to break up your park laps and feel the need for a little speed or if you want to lay down some carves – and whenever you see natural hits on your journey down the rest of the mountain – this board becomes super fun.
It would also score very well as an all-mountain-freestyle board. But where it really dominates is in the park - and particularly down the jump line - this board can hit any sort of jump and feel good.
It’s a great option for it’s versatility and also for anyone who rides in hard/icy conditions a lot too.
Score Breakdown for the Jackpot
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.1/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #2

Board: Bataleon Disaster
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Soft (3/10)
Feel: Semi-Loose
Smart rating score: 90.8/100
At #2, the Bataleon Disaster is a loose, playful, jib and buttering machine.
If you want a really easy going board to get super playful and creative on in the park - or something that makes it easy to get started in the park, then the Disaster might just be your perfect match.
It's not much outside the park, but does just enough to get you back for your next park lap.
Score Breakdown for the Disaster
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING | 2.0 | 2/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.8/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #1

Board: Never Summer Proto Slinger
IS THIS GEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
Flex: Medium-Soft (3.5/10)
Feel: Semi-Loose
Smart rating score: 91.3/100
And finally, the #1 spot goes to the Never Summer Proto Slinger.
The Proto Slinger has the uncanny ability of being playful, snappy and buttery but at the same time has the energy, pop and some degree of aggressiveness to lay down a good carve and hit jumps and side hits with intensity.
When you want to attack and be more aggressive the Proto Slinger responds, but when you want to dial it back and be playful, it has the ability to change it's personality.
Score Breakdown for the Proto Slinger
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 5.0 | 10/10 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.3/100 |

Snowboarding Profiles' Top 10 list of what we consider to be the best freestyle snowboards currently on the market has now been updated for the 2022-2023 season.
As per tradition here at SnowboardingProfiles.com, each board will each get a rating out of 100.
Of 37 different freestyle/park boards rated:
O.k. here’s the top 10!
FREESTYLE BOARD #10

Board: Slash Happy Place
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.9/100
Starting off the list at #10 is the Happy Place by Slash. A staple in this top 10 list for several years now - and for good reason.
If doing sick park laps all day is your thing, whether down the jump line or jib line, then riding this board will definitely take you to your happy place!
Score Breakdown for the Happy Place
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #9

Board: Arbor Relapse
Flex: Medium (4/10)
Feel: Semi-Locked In
Smart rating score: 85.9/100
The #9 position goes to the Relapse.
If you're looking for value for money in your park deck, look no further than the Relapse. It's one of the least expensive in this list.
But completely taking price out of the equation, the Relapse is a rad deck! It's got plenty of snap, crackle and pop and can actually lay down a pretty good carve - but still somehow manages to handle the jib line as well as the jump line.
Score Breakdown for the Relapse
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.9/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #8

Board: Capita Scott Steven's Pro
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 86.4/100
At #8 we have the Capita Scott Stevens Pro.
If you're looking for a board to dominate the jib line and one that is super buttery and playful, then look no further. It can hold it's own on jumps too, particularly smaller ones, but the strength of the Scott Stevens pro is to press and butter everything in sight.
Score Breakdown for the Scott Steven's Pro
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 3.5 | 14/20 |
JIBBING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 12/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING | 2.0 | 2/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.4/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #7

Board: Rome Agent
Flex: Medium (4.5/5)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 87.0/100
Next up we have the Rome Agent.
The Agent dominates jumps, but is certainly no slouch on boxes/rails etc. And it loves finding sidehits on groomers, when riding outside the park.
But as well as its freestyle prowess, the Agent can rip a pretty decent carve too, when you just feel like leaving some thin lines on the groomers.
Score Breakdown for the Agent
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.0/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #6

Board: Niche Wraith
Flex: Medium-Soft (3.5/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 87.0/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
The Niche Wraith comes in at #6.
Just a nice soft flexing, yet snappy fun freestyle board that can handle the jump and jib lines equally well. It's also not bad running some fun groomer laps with your buddies, especially if your eyeing up those side hits on your way.
Score Breakdown for the Wraith
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.0/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #5

Board: YES Dicey
Flex: Medium (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 87.5/100
The YES Dicey is the baby brother of the Jackpot (see #3 below).
Versus the new Jackpot, the Dicey has Camrock (2-4-2) versus the Jackpots traditional camber profile - and it's a little softer, making it more forgiving and more playful than the Jackpot.
It's still more jump dominant and prefers jumps over jibs, but it's a little more buttery and playful all round versus the Jackpot.
Score Breakdown for the Dicey
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.5/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #4

Board: GNU Headspace
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 88.0/100
The Headspace is our #4 board for 2023.
The Head Space is so snappy and fun and will make you want to launch off whatever you can find, be it in the park or on the groomers - and, if your so inclined, it's a joy to spin on too.
With it's asym shape it's awesome to ride swith and, despite the camber dominant C3 profile, transitions in/out of switch with ease. It's also nice and easy to butter around on.
Score Breakdown for the Headspace
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 5.0 | 10/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 1.5 | 1.5/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 88.0/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #3

Board: YES Jackpot
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 89.1/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
The YES Jackpot is a great option if you like to break up your park laps and feel the need for speed or if you want to lay down some carves – and whenever you see natural hits on your journey down the rest of the mountain – this board becomes super fun.
It would also score very well as an all-mountain-freestyle board. But where it really dominates is in the park - and particularly down the jump line - this board can hit any sort of jump and feel good.
It’s a great option for it’s versatility in that sense and also for anyone who rides in hard/icy conditions a lot too.
Score Breakdown for the Jackpot
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.1/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #2

Board: Bataleon Disaster
Flex: Soft (3/10)
Feel: Semi-Loose
Smart rating score: 90.8/100
At #2 and a newcomer to this list for 2023, the Bataleon Disaster is a loose, playful, jib and buttering machine.
If you want a really easy going board to get super playful and creative on in the park - or something that makes it easy to get started in the park, then the Disaster might just be your perfect match.
Score Breakdown for the Disaster
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 9/10 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING | 2.0 | 2/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 5.0 | 5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.8/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #1

Board: Never Summer Proto Slinger
Flex: Medium-Soft (3.5/10)
Feel: Semi-Loose
Smart rating score: 91.3/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Never Summer Proto Slinger.
The Proto Slinger has the uncanny ability of being playful, snappy and buttery but at the same time has the energy, pop and some degree of aggressiveness to lay down a good carve and hit jumps and sidehits with intensity.
When you want to attack and be more aggressive the Proto Slinger responds, but when you want to dial it back and be playful, it has the ability to change it's personality, seemingly with just a thought!
Score Breakdown for the Proto Slinger
RATING | Contribution to Final Score | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
SWITCH | 5.0 | 10/10 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TURNS/SLASHING | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.3/100 |

In compiling this list I rated 36 different freestyle/park boards:
FREESTYLE BOARD #10

Board: Capita Scott Stevens Pro
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.2/100
At #10 we have the Capita Scott Stevens Pro.
If you're looking for a board to dominate the jib line and that is super buttery and playful, then look no further. It can hold it's own on jumps too, particularly smaller ones, but the strength of the Scott Stevens pro is to press and butter everything in sight.
Score Breakdown for the Scott Stevens Pro
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 3.5 | 14/20 |
JIBBING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
PIPE | 2.0 | 2/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.2/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #9

Board: Lib Tech Skate Banana
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Loose
Smart rating score: 85.2/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
Another of the better jibbers in the list, the Skate Banana, comes in at #9.
The biggest weakness of the Skate Banana (in the most important freestyle factors) was in jumps – but it still performed really well in that category.
And if hitting rails, boxes and any other obstacle you can find is your thing then the Skate Banana will be an awesome deck to have beneath your feet.
If you often ride in hard/icy conditions but still like a loose feel for your freestyle board, then this might be the ideal ride for you.
Score Breakdown for the Skate Banana
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 3.5 | 14/20 |
JIBBING | 4.5 | 18/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.2/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #8

Board: Burton Kilroy Twin
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.2/100
If you're looking for a snappy energetic park board and like full camber, but want it with a softer flex, then the Kilroy Twin should be on your list.
This board kills it for park (particularly down the jump line) and side hits.
Score Breakdown for the Kilroy Twin
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.2/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #7

Board: Slash Happy Place
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.7/100
Coming in at #7 is the Happy Place by Slash. A staple in this top 10 list for a few years now - and for good reason.
If doing sick park laps all day is your thing, whether down the jump line or jib line, then riding this board will definitely take you to your happy place!
Oh yeah and if your wallet isn’t bulging, this board will make you even happier. It’s the second cheapest on this list – the performance-to-cost ratio of this board is outstanding! A great choice for anyone on a tight budget.
Score Breakdown for the Happy Place
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
PIPE | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.7/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #6

Board: Arbor Relapse
Flex: Medium (4/10)
Feel: Semi-Locked In
Smart rating score: 86.3/100
The #6 position goes to the Relapse.
If you're looking for value for money in your park deck, look no further than the Relapse. It's the least expensive in this list.
But completely taking price out of the equation, the Relapse is a rad deck! It's got plenty of snap, crackle and pop and can actually lay down a pretty good carve - but still somehow manages to handle the jib line as well as the jump line.
Score Breakdown for the Relapse
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.3/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #5

Board: Niche Wraith
Flex: Medium-Soft (3.5/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 86.8/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
The Niche Wraith comes in at #5.
Just a nice soft flexing, yet snappy fun freestyle board that can handle the jump and jib line equally well. It's also not bad running some fun groomer laps with your buddies, especially if your eyeing up those side hits on your way.
Score Breakdown for the Wraith
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.8/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #4

Board: GNU Headspace
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 87.4/100
The Headspace is our #3 board for 2022.
I've been looking to get on this deck for years. And when I finally did, it definitely didn't disappoint.
It's so snappy and fun and will make you want to launch off whatever you can find, be it in the park or on the groomers - and, if your so inclined, it's a joy to spin on too.
Score Breakdown for the Headspace
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SWITCH | 5.0 | 15/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 1.5 | 1.5/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.4/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #3

Board: YES Dicey
Flex: Medium (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 88.5/100
The YES Dicey is the baby brother of the Jackpot (see #2 below). It's very similar to the 2020 Jackpot (which changed for 2021 & 2022), but just a little softer flexing.
Versus the new Jackpot, the Dicey gets the Camrock (2-4-2) that the 2020 Jackpot had - so all round just a little softer, more forgiving and more playful than the new Jackpot (which is full camber).
Score Breakdown for the Dicey
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
PIPE | 4.0 | 4/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 88.5/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #2

Board: YES Jackpot
Flex: Medium (5/5)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 90.7/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
The YES Jackpot got a rebuild for 2021 (and remains the same for 2022). It now has a full camber profile and feels just a little stiffer (don't think the core is supposed to be any stiffer, but more camber can sometimes do that to the feel).
The Jackpot was and still is a great option if you like to break up your park laps and feel the need for speed or if you want to lay down some carves – and whenever you see natural hits on your journey down the rest of the mountain – this board becomes super fun.
It would also score very well as an all-mountain-freestyle board. But where it really dominates is in the park - and particularly down the jump line - this board can hit any sort of jump and feel good.
It’s a great option for it’s versatility in that sense and also for anyone who rides in hard/icy conditions a lot too.
Overall for 2021 (and 2022) it's just that little bit more aggressive. If you want something more similar to the 2020 Jackpot, check out the Dicey (see #3 above).
Score Breakdown for the Jackpot
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
SPEED | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
PIPE | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.7/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #1

Board: Never Summer Proto Slinger
Flex: Medium-Soft (3.5/10)
Feel: Semi-Loose
Smart rating score: 91.8/100
And the #1 spot goes to the Never Summer Proto Slinger.
It was new for 2021 (the same for 2022), but essentially a replacement for the old Funslinger. The main way it differs from the Funslinger is in the camber profile. It got more camber - Never Summer's Shock Wave camber - which essentially adds more camber and reduces the amount of rocker.
But the Proto Slinger still has all the butterability of the Funslinger and is still remarkably playful, snappy and super fun. You could say it got mildly more aggressive, but only really when you go for a more aggressive carve.
They've somehow improved it for carving, without taking away from everything that was great about the Funslinger.
Not going to lie, I was worried when they said they were replacing the Funslinger, which I really loved and just such a fun board, but as soon as I popped my first ollie on the Proto Slinger, all my fears evaporated (and I ended up buying one!)
Score Breakdown for the Proto Slinger
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SWITCH | 5.0 | 15/15 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.8/100 |
Over to You
There you have my top 10 freestyle decks for the 2021-22 season.
If you’re interested in any of these boards, check out the links under each board for more info, prices and where to buy or check out the “full review” links to see Snowboarding Profile’s more detailed reviews.

In compiling this list I rated 37 different freestyle/park boards:
FREESTYLE BOARD #10

Board: Lib Tech Skate Banana
Price: $499
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Loose
Smart rating score: 85.2/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
One of the better jibbers in the list, the Skate Banana, starts us off at #10.
The biggest weakness of the Skate Banana (in the most important freestyle factors) was in jumps – but it still performed really well in that category.
And if hitting rails, boxes and any other obstacle you can find is your thing then the Skate Banana will be an awesome deck to have beneath your feet.
If you often ride in hard/icy conditions but still like a loose feel for your freestyle board, then this might be the ideal ride for you.
Score Breakdown for the Skate Banana
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 3.5 | 14/20 |
JIBBING | 4.5 | 18/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.2/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #9

Board: Capita Scott Stevens Pro
Price: $529
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.2/100
At #9 we have the Capita Scott Stevens Pro.
If you're looking for a board to dominate the jib line and that is super buttery and playful, then look no further. It can hold it's on jumps too, particularly smaller ones, but the strength of the Scott Stevens pro is to press and butter everything in sight.
Score Breakdown for the Scott Stevens Pro
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 3.5 | 14/20 |
JIBBING | 5.0 | 20/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 5.0 | 10/10 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 2.0 | 2/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
PIPE | 2.0 | 2/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.2/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #8

Board: Burton Kilroy Twin
Price: $399
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.2/100
If you're looking for a snappy energetic park board and like full camber, but want it with a softer flex, then the Kilroy Twin should be on your list.
This board kills it for park (particularly down the jump line) and sidehits.
Score Breakdown for the Kilroy Twin
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.5 | 18/20 |
JIBBING | 3.5 | 14/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.0 | 8/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED | 3.0 | 3/5 |
PIPE | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.2/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #7

Board: Slash Happy Place
Price: $399
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 85.7/100
Coming in at #7 is the Happy Place by Slash. A staple in this top 10 list for a few years now - and for good reason.
If doing sick park laps all day is your thing, whether down the jump line or jib line, then riding this board will definitely take you to your happy place!
Oh yeah and if your wallet isn’t bulging, this board will make you even happier. It’s the equal cheapest on this list – the performance-to-cost ratio of this board is outstanding! A great choice for anyone on a tight budget.
Score Breakdown for the Happy Place
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.0 | 8/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
POWDER | 3.0 | 3/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
SPEED | 2.5 | 2.5/5 |
PIPE | 3.0 | 3/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.7/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #6

Board: Burton Paramount
Price: $519
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Feel: Semi-Locked In
Smart rating score: 85.7/100
The #6 position goes to the Paramount.
It's the most aggressive board on this list and has heaps of pop and power when it comes to jumps and really solid on landing and approach.
As well as all that camber, it also has a nice light core, making it easier to get air and spin.
Not ideal for the jib line, IMO, and not the easiest to butter - but for the jump line and for carving up groomers on the way to the park or natural hits, it's a beast. If you're looking for an aggressive jump park board that would fit almost as well in an aggressive all-mountain-freestyle category, the Paramount should be on your list.
Score Breakdown for the Paramount
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 5.0 | 20/20 |
JIBBING | 3.0 | 12/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 3.0 | 6/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 4.0 | 4/5 |
SPEED | 3.5 | 3.5/5 |
PIPE | 4.5 | 4.5/5 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 85.7/100 |
FREESTYLE BOARD #5

Board: Niche Wraith
Price: $449
Flex: Medium-Soft (3.5/10)
Feel: Stable
Smart rating score: 86.8/100
*HARD/ICY SNOW OPTION
The Niche Wraith comes in at #5.
Just a nice soft flexing, yet snappy fun freestyle board that can handle the jump and jib line equally well. It's also not bad running some fun groomer laps with your buddies, especially if your eyeing up those side hits on your way.
Score Breakdown for the Wraith
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
JUMPS | 4.0 | 16/20 |
JIBBING | 4.0 | 16/20 |
SWITCH | 4.5 | 13.5/15 |
BUTTERING | 4.5 | 9/10 |
SPINS | 4.5 | 9/10 |
UNEVEN TERRAIN | 4.0 | 4/5 |
POWDER | 2.0 | 2/5 |
CARVING/TURNS | 3.0 | 3/5 |
SPEED |