{"product_id":"ride-moderator-snowboard-2027-all-mountain-powder-snowboard-wt27","title":"Ride Moderator Snowboard 2027 – All-Mountain \u0026 Powder","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ride Moderator 2027 is the all-mountain board built for riders who refuse to choose. Whether you're chasing groomers in the morning or hunting powder stashes in the afternoon, this directional deck handles it all without compromise — a true one-board quiver for intermediate to advanced riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Moderator rides in a \u003cstrong\u003etapered directional shape\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Camber profile\u003c\/strong\u003e for a snappy, responsive feel underfoot. Its medium flex (around [À CONFIRMER]\/10) strikes a balance between playfulness and edge control, while the \u003cstrong\u003eTapered Linear Quadratic Sidecut\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers catch-free initiation and confident grip through the finish. Construction highlights include \u003cstrong\u003eSlim Wall damping technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Array 3\u003c\/strong\u003e for precise energy transfer, a \u003cstrong\u003eSintered 4000 Stone Ground base\u003c\/strong\u003e for speed, \u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Light Core\u003c\/strong\u003e with Paulownia and Aspen wood, and \u003cstrong\u003ebio-resin\u003c\/strong\u003e for a lower environmental footprint. Ride it at standard length — no downsizing required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're tired of swapping boards between powder days and resort laps, the Moderator was built with you in mind. The Extra Camber gives you the pop and edge hold you want on hardpack, while the tapered nose floats naturally in deeper snow. Intermediate and advanced all-mountain riders who want one premium board that travels everywhere on the hill will find their match here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShould I size down on the Moderator?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Ride specifically recommends riding this board at your standard length. The geometry is optimized for true-to-size riding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I ride the Moderator switch?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, but it's designed as a directional board, so it performs best ridden in its intended direction. Occasional switch riding is fine, all-day switch is not where it shines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ride","offers":[{"title":"157W \/ N\/A","offer_id":47608017977533,"sku":"RID-SNO-RD261852-2027-WT27-157W-N\/A","price":699.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"161W \/ N\/A","offer_id":47608018010301,"sku":"RID-SNO-RD261852-2027-WT27-161W-N\/A","price":699.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2059\/8303\/files\/ride_2627_moderator_RD261852_1_eceafddd-a641-4565-a726-557b7eb6ca1b.jpg?v=1784052144","url":"https:\/\/thinkempire.com\/products\/ride-moderator-snowboard-2027-all-mountain-powder-snowboard-wt27","provider":"Empire Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}