Name: Men’s 2026 Benchmark Snowboard
Brand: Never Summer Snowboards
SKU: QBEN152252601
Price: 599.99 USD
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The new Benchmark for the ultimate float in powder and effortless control anywhere on the mountain. Locked in when conditions get sketchy and makes average days memorable. Slashing through backcountry bowls, carving clean lines on groomers, or rolling through the park, you’ll soon realize why it’s named the Benchmark.

All Mountain

Freeride

Freestyle

Powder

Flex

Damp

Beginner

Expert

Soft / Playful

Stiff / Aggressive

The Original 3-Year Warranty

Key Features:

Carbon Max Laminate

Early-Rise Float Mechanics

Directional Twin

PowerSurf Wood Core

**BASE DESIGNS AND COLORS MAY VARY**

(X – WIDE VERSION OF THE ORIGINAL)

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Benchmark
Profile

Benchmark
Carbon Fiber Configuration

Carbon Max Laminate

Benchmark
Damping System

Benchmark
Wood Core Construction

PowerSurf Wood Core

Benchmark
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:	Mid-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

Don’t Dismiss Rocker Camber Profiles.

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! 🤘

This is the board!

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!

Excellent

A very playful, friendly, and well-controlled snowboard. Perfect for riding in soft snow, forests, and powder.