Whether you’re shopping for a snowboard online or sifting through the stacks at your local snowboard shop, it can be tough to pinpoint the right ride for you. The sheer volume of enticing options on the market can cause intense decision paralysis, side effects of which include anxiety, dry mouth, and purchasing multiple snowboards when you intended to buy just one.
To help you find the best snowboard, our selfless test crew of 31 riders strapped into 59 men’s and unisex boards at the freeride hub of Kirkwood Mountain Resort this past spring to bring you the best snowboards of 2026. Below, you’ll find the best of the best, from versatile all-mountain rippers and intermediate-friendly cruisers to buttery jib boards and freeride machines. Whether you’re looking to snag a new daily driver or completely upgrade your quiver, you can’t go wrong with these picks.
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