Nitro SMP: Product Guide

Introduction

The Nitro SMP is a high-performance all-mountain freestyle snowboard designed for riders who want a responsive, playful, and versatile board. With a true twin shape, Cam-Out Camber profile, and reinforced construction, the SMP offers balanced performance across the park, groomers, and light powder. It’s built for intermediate to advanced riders seeking progression in freestyle tricks without compromising all-mountain capability.

Nitro SMP: At a Glance

  • Board Type: Freestyle / All-Mountain
  • Flex: 6/10 (medium, responsive and playful)
  • Shape: True Twin
  • Profile: Cam-Out Camber (traditional camber underfoot with early-rise tips for catch-free riding)
  • Base: Sintered Speed Formula II (fast, durable, and low-maintenance)
  • Core: Powercore II (poplar with beech stringers for pop, strength, and durability)
  • Reinforcements: Diamond Band + Ureshred Sidewalls
  • Ability Level: Intermediate – Advanced
  • Terrain: Park 8/10 | Groomers 8/10 | Powder 6/10 | All-Mountain 8/10
  • Sizes Available: 149, 152, 155, 158, 161

Who It’s For

  • Freestyle Riders: Great for park laps, jumps, and switch riding.
  • Intermediate to Advanced Riders: Medium flex provides progression while still supporting advanced maneuvers.
  • All-Mountain Playful Riders: Handles groomers and light powder comfortably.

Who It’s Not For

  • Beginners: Requires control and confidence to manage camber and medium flex.
  • Dedicated Powder Riders: Not designed for deep snow or backcountry.
  • High-Speed Carvers Only: While capable, the SMP is optimized for playful freestyle/all-mountain versatility rather than extreme speed carving.

Key Technology

  • Cam-Out Camber: Traditional camber underfoot for pop with early-rise tips to reduce edge catches and improve forgiveness.
  • True Twin Shape: Symmetrical design for balanced freestyle and switch performance.
  • Powercore II: Lightweight wood core reinforced for pop, durability, and responsiveness.
  • Diamond Band + Ureshred Sidewalls: Adds torsional strength and durability for park and all-mountain use.
  • Sintered Speed Formula II Base: Durable, fast, and low-maintenance for smooth riding in varied conditions.

Riding Style

The Nitro SMP excels in both freestyle and all-mountain environments. Its medium flex and Cam-Out Camber profile allow presses, jumps, and switch riding with stability and control. Groomers and side hits are handled comfortably, while light powder is manageable. True twin shape ensures balance riding regular or switch, making it ideal for freestyle progression while remaining versatile across the mountain.

Competitor Boards

Other boards similar to the Nitro SMP include:

  1. Capita Horrorscope – Playful twin for park and all-mountain versatility.
  2. GNU Riders Choice – Balanced freestyle/all-mountain twin.
  3. Burton Custom Flying V – Hybrid camber board for freestyle and all-mountain performance.

Conclusion

The Nitro SMP is a versatile freestyle and all-mountain snowboard built for intermediate to advanced riders. With Cam-Out Camber, true twin shape, and reinforced construction, it provides pop, control, and durability for park sessions and all-mountain laps. If you want a single board that balances freestyle progression with all-mountain fun, the SMP is a dependable choice.