
This is a list of what we consider to be the best intermediate snowboards for women for the 2023-2024 season.
These boards are chosen for being easy enough to ride for a high-end beginner/low end intermediate rider - but have 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 31 different boards that I rated:
O.k. let’s get into the top 10.
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #10

Board: GNU Velvet
- CA
- UK/EU
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain-Freestyle
Smart rating score: 86.1/100
Starting off the list at #10 is GNU's Velvet.
The Velvet is one of those boards that's nice and easy to ride but has that extra bit of performance when you need it, as you start to progress.
It's also nice and versatile, which is great for anyone looking for a one-board-quiver or if you're still not sure what style of riding you're going to evolve into yet.
Check out the video for more about the Velvet
Score Breakdown for the Velvet
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
FLEX | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 4/5 | 8/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MTN-FREESTYLE snowboard | 83.1/100 | 41.6/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.1/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #9

Board: Arbor Mantra Rocker
- CA
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: Freestyle
Smart rating score: 86.2/100
Next up we have the Mantra Rocker.
Technically it's a new board for 2024, but in reality it's just a name change from the Poparazzi rocker.
If you're looking for an easy riding board that's freestyle oriented, but has enough performance that it can take you further into your progression than a pure beginner board, the Mantra Rocker is a really good option.
Score Breakdown for the Mantra Rocker
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
FLEX | 4.5/5 | 18/20 |
TURNING EASE | 5/5 | 20/20 |
VERSATILITY | 4/5 | 8/10 |
Performance score as FREESTYLE snowboard | 75.3/100 | 37.7/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 86.2/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #8

Board: Lib Tech Glider
- CA
- UK/EU
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: Freestyle
Smart rating score: 87.0/100
In at #8, 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.
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 | 84.8/100 | 42.4/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.0/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #7

Board: Burton Feelgood Flying V
- CA
- UK/EU
Flex: Medium (5.5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 87.1/100
Next up at #7 is Burton's Feelgood Flying V.
If you like the idea of a surfier, 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.
It's a little stiffer than most on this list, but still nothing too stiff and great if you want something just that little more rigid in terms of flex but still a forgiving easy to turn ride.
Score Breakdown for the Feelgood Flying V
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
FLEX | 4/5 | 16/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 5/5 | 10/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MOUNTAIN snowboard | 84.9/100 | 42.5/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 87.1/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #6

Board: YES Women's Basic
- CA
- UK/EU
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain-Freestyle
Smart rating score: 89.1/100
Next up we have the YES Women's Basic.
The Women's Basic is one of those boards that anyone from beginner to advanced can ride. For the more advanced rider it takes on more of a freestyle focus. But as a beginner to intermediate rider it's also a great board for progressing your everyday riding on.
Also a great option for those that see hard/icy conditions often.
It's the equal lowest priced board on this list, so it's also a good option for those on a lower budget.
Score Breakdown for the Women's Basic
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 | 84.8/100 | 42.4/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.1/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #5

Board: Capita Space Metal Fantasy
- CA
- UK/EU
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: Freestyle
Smart rating score: 89.1/100
At #5 is Capita's Space Metal Fantasy.
The Space Metal Fantasy is great for anyone who mostly rides freestyle or is looking for a board to learn freestyle on. Or as a second board for someone who has another board for other things and wants a freestyle deck to progress in the park with.
Along with #6 above, it's the equal lowest priced board on this list, so will put a bit of a smaller dent in the wallet too.
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 | 84.8/100 | 42.4/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.1/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #4

Board: Rossignol Airis
- CA
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 89.2/100
Coming in at #4, we have the Rossignol Airis.
Easy to ride, but with a bit of extra performance for when you start to progress - and very versatile.
Just a regular but well built snowboard, that can do a bit of everything and feels very consistent and predictable.
Score Breakdown for the Airis
RATING | SCORE WEIGHTING | |
---|---|---|
FLEX | 5/5 | 20/20 |
TURNING EASE | 4/5 | 16/20 |
VERSATILITY | 4.5/5 | 9/10 |
Performance score as ALL-MOUNTAIN snowboard | 83.1/100 | 41.6/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 89.2/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #3

Board: Never Summer Infinity
- CA
Flex: Medium-Soft (4/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 90.6/100
Next up 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.
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 | 83.7/100 | 41.9/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.6/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #2

Board: Capita Paradise
- CA
- UK/EU
Flex: Medium (5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 90.9/100
At #2, we have the Capita Paradise.
One of the more versatile boards going around and at the same time easy to ride and progress on, but with enough behind it that it can handle a little more speed and has the ability to take you to that next level.
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 | 84.3/100 | 42.2/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 90.9/100 |
WOMEN'S INTERMEDIATE BOARD #1

Board: YES Hello
- CA
Flex: Medium-Soft (4.5/10)
Style of Board: All-Mountain
Smart rating score: 91.8/100
And finally, in the #1 spot, we have the YES Hello.
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 got the performance you need to take you beyond that intermediate level.
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.
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 | 86.1/100 | 43.1/50 |
TOTAL after normalizing | 91.8/100 |
Over To You
So that's my list of the best intermediate snowboards for women for the 2023/2024 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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