Rome Hype Snowboard – Product Guide
Introduction
The Rome Hype is a lively freestyle twin built for riders who want playful, creative fun across the mountain. Soft-medium in flex, it excels in the park, on side hits, and in small jumps, while still feeling stable enough for all-mountain laps. The Hype is all about progression, style, and enjoying the ride without being limited by stiffness.
Who It’s For
- For: Beginner to intermediate riders seeking a playful freestyle twin for park, small jumps, and creative riding across the mountain. Ideal for learning tricks, buttering, and playful laps.
- Not for: Freeride-focused riders or advanced riders looking for a stiff, high-performance board for steep lines or deep powder.
Key Tech
- Fusion Camber: Camber underfoot with rocker at the nose and tail for a balance of pop, forgiveness, and float.
- True Twin Shape: Symmetrical shape for riding switch and performing tricks.
- Poplar Core: Lightweight, durable core that provides lively flex and responsiveness.
- Powerslide Base: Durable, low-maintenance base suitable for park and all-mountain riding.
- Flex Rating: Soft-medium (5/10), playful yet stable for all-mountain laps.
Competitor Boards to Consider
- Nitro Cheap Thrills: Playful freestyle twin with versatile all-mountain capability.
- Capita Horrorscope: Soft-flexing jib and park board perfect for progression.
- Bataleon Disaster: 3BT-shaped twin designed for catch-free park and freestyle riding.
Specs
- Flex: 5/10 (soft-medium, playful)
- Shape: True Twin
- Profile: Fusion Camber
- Base: Powerslide Base
- Core: Poplar Core
- Level: Beginner – Intermediate freestyle/all-mountain riders
Conclusion
The Rome Hype is a playful, approachable twin for riders who want one board to cover park and all-mountain freestyle. Its forgiving flex and twin shape make it ideal for learning and progression, while its versatility keeps it fun across the mountain. If you want creativity and style without the intimidation of a stiff board, the Hype is a strong choice.