LIB TECH BANANA BLASTER SNOWBOARD PRODUCT GUIDE
Overview
The Lib Tech Banana Blaster is a fun, playful, and highly versatile all-mountain freestyle snowboard designed for intermediate riders who want a board that excels in the park, groomers, and light powder. Featuring Lib Tech’s signature Banana Technology® rocker profile, it delivers a catch-free, forgiving ride with plenty of pop and edge control.
The Banana Blaster is perfect for riders progressing their freestyle skills but who also want a lively board for all-mountain exploration. Its true twin shape makes switch riding effortless, and its medium-soft flex offers a great balance between playfulness and control.
⚙️ Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Shape | True Twin |
| Profile | Banana Technology® (rocker between feet with flat/camber zones underfoot) |
| Flex | Medium-Soft (around 4-5/10) |
| Terrain | All-Mountain, Freestyle, Park |
| Rider Level | Intermediate |
| Core | Aspen / Paulownia |
| Base | Sintered – fast and durable |
| Edges | Magne-Traction® |
| Construction | Original Power (OP) – lightweight, eco-friendly, and durable |
| Sizes Available | 147, 152, 157 cm |
| Made In | USA (Mervin Manufacturing) |
🧠 Catch-Free, Playful Ride with Pop
The Banana Blaster’s Banana Technology® rocker profile offers a forgiving and catch-free experience by lifting the contact points slightly off the snow while maintaining camber-like pop underfoot. This gives riders confidence in the park and versatility across the mountain.
Its medium-soft flex and true twin shape are ideal for freestyle riders who want to press, spin, and jib with ease, while still being able to carve groomers and float light powder.
🏂 On-Snow Performance
🧊 Groomers & Hardpack
- Easy edge engagement thanks to Magne-Traction® serrated edges
- Smooth, playful carving with forgiving catch-free feel
- Responsive pop for ollies and quick turns
❄️ Powder
- Rocker profile helps with float in softer snow
- Handles powder days comfortably but not a deep powder specialist
🎿 Freestyle / Park
- True twin shape perfect for switch riding and tricks
- Soft-medium flex encourages presses, rails, and jumps
- Durable construction for park impacts
🏔️ All-Mountain
- Versatile for trees, side hits, groomers, and small jumps
- Balanced performance across varied terrain and conditions
🎨 Design & Aesthetic
The Banana Blaster features eye-catching, bold graphics typical of Lib Tech’s creative style. The eco-conscious printing process and high-quality finish add to the board’s appeal both visually and environmentally.
🛠️ Construction Highlights
- Banana Technology® Rocker Profile: Rocker between feet with flat zones for a lively, catch-free ride
- Magne-Traction® Edges: Serrated edges for superior grip on icy or hard snow
- Original Power (OP) Construction: Lightweight, eco-friendly, and durable build
- Aspen/Paulownia Core: Provides lively and responsive flex
- Sintered Base: Durable and fast base material
🎯 Ideal Rider
Best for:
- Intermediate riders progressing freestyle skills
- Those wanting a playful, catch-free all-mountain board
- Riders who want balanced performance in park and varied terrain
Not ideal for:
- Absolute beginners needing very soft, forgiving boards
- Powder specialists seeking deep float boards
- Aggressive freeriders wanting very stiff directional boards
📊 Tech Specs (example – 152 cm)
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Effective Edge | 119 cm |
| Waist Width | 24.7 cm |
| Sidecut Radius | 7.5 m |
| Nose / Tail Width | 29.0 / 29.0 cm |
| Stance Range | 20” – 24” |
| Rider Weight Range | 110–190 lbs |
💬 Pros and Cons
✅ Pros:
- Fun, playful, and catch-free ride
- Great balance of pop and forgiveness with Banana Tech profile
- Strong edge grip with Magne-Traction®
- Lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly construction
- True twin shape ideal for switch and freestyle
❌ Cons:
- May lack stiffness for aggressive riders
- Moderate powder performance only
- Not for complete beginners needing ultra-soft flex
🔁 Comparable Alternatives
1. GNU Head Space – Playful hybrid camber freestyle/all-mountain board
2. Capita Horrorscope – Versatile freestyle board with rocker profile
3. Burton Process Flying V – Catch-free rocker/camber blend freestyle board
✅ Final Verdict
The Lib Tech Banana Blaster is a top pick for intermediate riders who want a playful, forgiving, and versatile snowboard that excels in the park but also handles the whole mountain with confidence. Its catch-free rocker profile and true twin shape make it especially user-friendly for riders progressing their freestyle abilities.