Arbor Element RX Snowboard 2012

THE MOUNTAIN SYSTEM
 
A FUSION OF INTERDEPENDENT TECHNOLOGIES THAT SUPPORT SUCCESSFUL ROCKER PERFORMANCE
 
Make no mistake, rocker represents a completely different approach to snowboard design.  It requires a total rethink of long held ideas of how flex, materials, and shape interact and affect performance.  In response, Arbor developed The System to address the new physics of riding rocker.  In our opinion, the award winning “System” has proven itself to be the best rocker design yet offered.

WOOD POWER PLY - Arbor’s wood Power Ply works like a 3rd layer of fiberglass - during construction resin locks the dense natural fibers in place, creating a composite layer that structurally enhances a board for added return and improved durability, while allowing for important weight reduction. The Power Ply technology allows Arbor to reduce our overall reliance on chemically treated fiberglass and petroleum-based resin by up to 20%.  The Power Ply is produced using sustainably sourced, natural wood veneer. The variance of real wood grain creates a one-of-a-kind look on each board made with this technology.

BIO-FILM - Every board in the Arbor line is now built with an ultra thin protective top foil made using 30% caster bean based bio-plastic.  This top sheet protects the board from damage caused by loose bindings, out-of-control skiers, or other unforeseen impacts.  Its natural glossy nature also eliminates the need for environmentally harmful clear coats.

WOOD CORE
VOODOO CORE - Arbor’s second lightest and most versatile core, designed for mountain and park level durability; built with a 100% FSC certified, sustainably produced “TDS” poplar. TDS is a specially selected lighter grade of wood.
 
BASE
ROCKET BASE - A higher molecular weight, wax-infused sintered base that provides unmatched durability and speed
 
SIDECUT
UNBLENDED PROGRESSIVE - Arbor’s unblended tri-radial sidecut technology; better known as “Grip Tech.”  Please see “The System” Section for more details.
 
SIDEWALLS
RHYTHM RAILS - Made from an advanced blend of ABS and urethane; delivers durability, a clean, acoustically damp ride, and solid edge performance.

GLASS BALANCING
MIXED GLASSING - A triax over biax lay-up that’s best for versatile on-mountain and park riding

REINFORCING
CARBON FIBER STRUT - Inserting carbon fiber down the center of a board creates a compression strut that livens up a board's longitudinal flex and improves durability without affecting turn-ability, spin initiation, or landing recoverability - designed for mixed mountain and park performance.

INSERTS
2X4 14-PACKS - An insert system that provides a wide stance range and amazing micro adjustability; used to create Arbor’s:

Mountain Stance - Max Stance: 24.4" / 62cm
 
SHADOW FLEX
MEDIUM SHADOW - Delivers mountain and park performance.  A slight tapered thinning of the core profile between the bindings, improves: turn and spin initiation; tracking in mixed conditions, on the flats, and during landings; and performance on rails, boxes, and naturals.

EDGES
RECYCLED STEEL - Built with hardened steel edges made with 60% recycled steel; provides maximum edge performance.
 
2-YEAR WARRANTY
Every board in the Arbor line comes with a two-year warranty on material and workmanship.  We stand by everything we make.