Which Is Better for Park Riding: Twin or Directional?
In Directional or True Twin, which snowboard actually makes the most sense for your riding? We tested two popular Nitro boards back to back to see how each shape performs and where the real differences show up on snow.
We tested two Nitro boards:
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True Twin: Nitro Team Pro 159 – True Camber, Flex 8/10
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Directional: Nitro Alternator 160 – True Camber, Flex 7/10
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Setup: Both boards were mounted at reference stance with binding angles of -9°/+12°
The directional board surprised us with its versatility. While it’s designed with freeride and all-mountain in mind, it still held its own in the park. What initially felt like limitations like awkward switch take-offs or rail hesitation—proved to be more mental than mechanical. Once we found rhythm, the directional shape handled everything from jibs to jumps with confidence.
The twin, as expected, excelled in freestyle-focused riding. It offered balanced pop, stable switch take-offs, and smooth landings—ideal for riders who spend most of their time in the park.
If you’re looking to expand your riding and want something more versatile than a park-specific twin, a directional board might surprise you.
