Key Benefits
Universal Rider Versatility
The Original Rocker Camber profile delivers unmatched versatility, making it the best snowboard for all ability levels, from beginner to advanced.
Enhanced Powder Floatation
Built with 10mm of taper to naturally drop the tail and lift the nose, significantly improving floatation in fresh powder.
Balanced Downhill and Switch Performance
Features a slight set-back stance that enhances downhill drive while maintaining enough balance for confident switch riding.
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Profile
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Carbon Fiber Configuration
Carbon Max Laminate
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Damping System
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Wood Core Construction
PowerSurf Wood Core
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Power Grip Sidecut
Technology Details
- Co-Extruded Polymer Topsheet
- STS Pre-tensioned Fiberglass
- Bi-Lite Fiberglass
- PowerSurf Wood Core
- RDS 2 Damping System
- Sintered UHMW Polyethylene Sidewall
- Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base
Additional Technology
- Rocker Camber Profile
- Carbon Max Laminate Technology
- Extended Transition Area
- Power Grip Sidecut
- Early Rise Float Mechanics
- Elastomeric Underfoot Stabilizers
- P-tex Nose/Tail Protection
- Blower Stance Inserts
- Full Wrap Metal Edge
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Benchmark Specifications
| Type: | All Mountain, Freeride, Freestyle, Powder |
| Shape: | Directional Twin |
| Profile: | Rocker Camber |
| Flex: | 6 |
| Damp: | 5 |
| Width: | Regular, Wide |
| Mounting Pattern: | 2x4 |
| Sidewall Type: | UHMW |
| Core: | PowerSurf Wood Core |
| Laminates: | Carbon Max Tech, Bi-Lite Fiberglass, STS Pre-tensioned Fiberglass |
| Topsheet: | Co-Extruded Polymer |
| Base: | Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base |
| Stance Setback: | 8 millimeters |
| Ability Level: | All |

Борд игривый, держит дугу на любой скорости, зацепление на обледенелом склоне отличное. Так и хочется поставить на кант. В пухлом снегу не успел в этом сезоне, но уверен поедет хорошо, учитывая дополнительные закладные. Очень весёлая и управляемая доска! Спасибо Newer Summer ! Продолжайте выпускать эту модель..
I have had many Never Summer favorites since the early 90’s. Most recently the Instagator and Swift solid as well as the split. Make no mistake the new Benchmark is a total ripper. For some reason the industry lately has convinced itself that Camber Profiles are king and seem to be pushing away from Rocker Camber Hybrids. The Benchmark is an absolute charger. The blend of flex and dampness of the nose could not be better. The side cut and RC profile beg to be turned on edge to allow some seriously heavy trenching both at high and lower speeds. This board is fast and in control with a bit of that loose skate truck feel. It seems to ride best with the stance just a bit more forward yet still has amazing float in the soft stuff. If I could change one thing I would soften up the tail just a bit. I hope to see the Benchmark continue to get better and become a core board in the NS catalog. So good, ride on! 🤘
It's been a true pleasure getting out on the Benchmark! Euro carved effortlessly on steep hard-pack. Rail engagement towards the nose of the board is super strong and allows you to hold your carve with speed and stability and the energy transfer through the sidecut and out the tail is insane. Ton of pop when you properly load up the tail. Perfect balance of response and playfulness. Been riding Never Summers for about 10 years and this has jumped to the top as my daily driver and all mountain assassin. Please keep making this board!