{"product_id":"nidecker-merc-2027-all-mountain-snowboard-wt27","title":"Nidecker Merc 2027 – All Mountain Snowboard","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nidecker Merc is a playful, do-it-all snowboard built for riders who want one board to handle everything the mountain throws at them. With a mellow personality and a surprising amount of pop, it's the kind of ride that suits intermediate to advanced snowboarders looking to push their limits across every terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Merc runs a CamRock profile — camber underfoot for edge grip and response, with rocker at the nose and tail to keep turn initiation smooth and landings forgiving. At a flex rating of 2 out of 5, it's on the softer side, but triaxial fibreglass construction keeps it lively edge-to-edge and stable when the speed climbs. Pop Carbon inlays near the nose and tail add ollie snap and reduce chatter on variable snow. The board features a Premium Sandwich construction with a Master Core, an Absorbnid topsheet, and an N-5000 extruded base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Merc is a strong pick for intermediate riders ready to explore beyond groomed runs, as well as advanced riders who want a lighter, more playful setup for park sessions and powder days alike. If you're the type who likes to lap the park in the morning and find untracked lines in the afternoon, this board keeps up without compromise. The soft flex makes pressing and buttering second nature, while the carbon pop means your ollies carry real authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Merc good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its soft flex is forgiving, but it's best suited to riders who already have solid turn control and want to start playing with freestyle and off-piste terrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it handle groomed runs at speed?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — despite its soft flex, the triaxial glassing and CamRock camber give it enough edge hold and stability to carve confidently at higher speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nidecker","offers":[{"title":"156W \/ N\/A","offer_id":48352617562301,"sku":"NID-SNO-MERC-2027-WT27-156W-N\/A","price":529.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"159W \/ N\/A","offer_id":48334518616253,"sku":"NID-SNO-MERC-2027-WT27-159W-N\/A","price":529.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2059\/8303\/files\/N.27.SNM.MER-Merc-1.jpg?v=1787919698","url":"https:\/\/thinkempire.com\/products\/nidecker-merc-2027-all-mountain-snowboard-wt27","provider":"Empire Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}