This is a list of what i consider to be the best intermediate snowboards for women for the 2020-21 season.
These boards are chosen for being easy enough to ride for a high-end beginner/low end intermediate rider - but have just that little bit more performance than a typical beginner board to take you through to a more advanced level.
Each board is given a rating out of 100 for easier comparison.
Price has not been considered in the ratings.
Of the 33 different boards that I rated:
O.k. let’s get into the top 10.
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #10
Board: Lib Tech Glider
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: Freestyle
Smart rating score: 89.1/100
Starting off the list in #10, we have the Lib Tech Glider.
The Glider is a great board for those who are just past that very beginner stage and looking to progress.
An even better option for those looking to get into riding freestyle in the future or who are already getting started in that direction. Or simply see themselves as a more casual, playful rider.
Check out the video for more about the Glider
Score Breakdown for the Glider
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
VERSATILITY | 3/5 | 6/10 |
Performance score as FREESTYLE snowboard | 85.2/100 | 42.6/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.1/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #9
Board: YES Emoticon
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain-Freestyle
Smart rating score: 89.2/100
The Emoticon is one of those boards that anyone from beginner to expert can ride. For the more advanced rider it takes on more of a freestyle focus. But as an beginner to intermediate rider is also a great board for progressing your everyday riding on.
Also a great option for those that see hard/icy conditions often.
Check out the video for more about the Emoticon
Score Breakdown for the Emoticon
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
VERSATILITY | 4/5 | 8/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MTN-FREESTYLE snowboard | 81.5/100 | 40.8/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.2/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #8
Board: Endeavor Ranger
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: Freestyle
Smart rating score: 90.0/100
At #8 we have the Endeavor Ranger.
The Ranger is a Unisex board that comes in a wide range of sizes for both men and women.
It's another freestyle oriented board, perfect for those just looking to progress their skills, looking to get into the park or have an eye on freestyle riding in the future.
Check out the video for more about the Ranger
Score Breakdown for the Ranger
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
TURNING EASE | 5/5 | 20/20 |
VERSATILITY | 3/5 | 6/10 |
Performance score as FREESTYLE snowboard | 83.0/100 | 41.5/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.0/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #7
Board: Capita Space Metal Fantasy
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: Freestyle
Smart rating score: 90.3/100
The very freestyle focused Space Metal Fantasy is great for anyone who mostly rides freestyle. Or as a second board for someone who has another board for their other riding, but wants a board to start out on or progress on in the park.
Check out the video for more about the Space Metal Fantasy
Score Breakdown for the Space Metal Fantasy
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
TURNING EASE | 5/5 | 20/20 |
VERSATILITY | 3/5 | 6/10 |
Performance score as FREESTYLE snowboard | 83.5/100 | 41.8/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.3/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #6
Board: Rossignol Frenemy
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 92.3/100
The Frenemy is a stable feeling, versatile all-mountain ride for those that like to do a bit of everything, everywhere - or who simply haven't figured out what style of riding they want to do yet.
This is also a great option for those who ride hard/icy conditions often.
Check out the video for more about the Frenemy
This video is a few years old now, but the Frenemy hasn't really changed over the years, so it's all still relevant
Score Breakdown for the Frenemy
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 5/5 | 20/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 5/5 | 10/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MOUNTAIN snowboard | 83.3/100 | 41.7/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 92.3/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #5
Board: Never Summer Infinity
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 92.3/100
In at #5 we have Never Summer's Infinity, which is one of the most versatile on this list.
If you've already developed an eclectic style of riding that takes you anywhere, doing a variety of things, or if you're still unsure of the type of riding you prefer - or if you simply want a board that will help you to progress your riding, the Infinity fits many scenarios.
Check out the video for more about the Infinity
Score Breakdown for the Infinity
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
VERSATILITY | 5/5 | 10/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MOUNTAIN snowboard | 83.3/100 | 41.7/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 92.3/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #4
Board: Salomon Rumble Fish
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Flex: Medium (5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain-Freestyle
Smart rating score: 92.6/100
The Rumblefish is more on the all-mountain end of all-mountain freestyle. It's centered and a directional-twin, but has more of an all-mountain feel to it. Great if you like to ride a lot of switch on the groomers or in powder, and like to throw in some freestyle here and there. Or just for simply progressing with your general riding to take it to the next level.
Check out the video for more about the Rumblefish
Score Breakdown for the Rumblefish
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 5/5 | 20/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 4.5/5 | 9/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MTN-FREESTYLE snowboard | 86/100 | 43/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 92.6/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #3
Board: Capita Paradise
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain-Freestyle
Smart rating score: 93.7/100
In at number 3, we have the Capita Paradise. Probably the most versatile twin going around, if you like to ride over the whole mountain, but prefer to be centered on a twin board and would like the option to get freestyle on it, from time to time, then the Paradise is a great option.
Or if you simply like to cruise the groomers and just want to get your riding smoother and progress to a more advanced level, then it's also a great option for that.
Check out the video for more about the Paradise
Score Breakdown for the Paradise
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 5/5 | 20/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 5/5 | 10/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MTN-FREESTYLE snowboard | 86/100 | 43/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 93.7/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #2
Board: Burton Feelgood Flying V
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 94.2/100.
In at #2 is Burton's Feelgood Flying V.
If you like the idea of a playful, freer/looser feeling ride, but still want high quality and the versatility of an all-mountain board, then the Feelgood Flying V might be the right choice for you.
Check out the video for more about the Feelgood Flying V
Score Breakdown for the Feelgood Flying V
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 5/5 | 20/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 5/5 | 10/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MOUNTAIN snowboard | 87.0/100 | 43.5/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94.2/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #1
Board: YES Hello
Price: View More Info and Current Prices Here
Flex: Medium-Soft (4.5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 94.6/100
And in the #1 spot, we have the YES Hello.
New from YES for 2021, the Hello is the baby sister of the Hel Yes. It's a little mellower and easy to ride versus the Hel Yes, but still a high quality deck that's easy to ride and very versatile.
Ideal for those looking for a versatile ride that will be with them for years to come and progress with them. Also great for hard/icy snow conditions.
Check out the video for more about the Hello
Score Breakdown for the Hello
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
|---|---|---|
FLEX | 5/5 | 20/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 5/5 | 10/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MOUNTAIN snowboard | 87.7/100 | 43.9/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 94.6/100 |
Over To You
So that's my list of the best intermediate snowboards for women for the 2020-21 season.
The scores above have been derived taking 3 factors that I see as important to a beginner friendly board, and giving 50% of the score to that. The other 50% of the score goes to how well that board performs in it's given category (i.e. all-mountain, freestyle etc).
Check out the links under each board for more info, prices and availability.
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