YES. Standard UnInc DC Snowboard – In-Depth Buyer’s Guide
The YES. Standard UnInc DC is a premium evolution of the beloved YES. Standard – now tuned up for more power, more precision, and more freestyle aggression. It blends the all-mountain versatility of the original with upgraded tech and materials to create a board that can dominate everything from park laps to powder runs. With input from YES. co-founder David Carrier Porcheron (DCP), the UnInc edition is tailored for advanced riders who want one board to rule them all.
What It Feels Like to Ride
Riding the Standard UnInc DC feels like unlocking an extra gear on the mountain. It has all the liveliness of a true camber board, but the MidBite sidecut and Directional Volume Twin shape make it incredibly adaptable. It’s poppy, aggressive, and confident on edge, with enough surface area to float through powder without losing freestyle playfulness.
On groomers, the board is fast and responsive. In the park, it pops hard and stomps landings with confidence. It’s not overly stiff, but it definitely favors experienced riders who like speed and precision.
Who It’s For
✅ Intermediate to advanced riders
✅ All-mountain freestyle riders looking for premium materials
✅ Riders who want a powerful board with daily driver versatility
✅ Fans of YES. boards seeking a step up in performance
Who It’s Not For
🚫 Beginners — the board can be too aggressive and punishing
🚫 Powder-only riders — although it floats well, it’s not a dedicated pow stick
🚫 Those who prefer super soft or surfy boards
🚫 Riders who don’t like traditional camber feel
Technology & Construction
- Profile: Full Camber for energetic pop and grip
- Shape: Directional Volume Twin — same shape tip and tail, but more volume in the nose for float
- Core: Poplar/Paulownia/Bamboo with carbon stringers for durability and snappiness
- Sidecut: MidBite for faster edge-to-edge response
- Base: Sintered True base — fast, durable, wax-absorbent
- Flex: Medium-Stiff (7/10) — supportive, responsive, but not a plank
- Extras: Radial sidecut, upgraded materials from the standard version, UnInc artwork and exclusive flex tuning
Shape & Profile Overview
- Shape: Directional Volume Twin
- Profile: Full Traditional Camber
- Flex: 7/10 – Balanced between pop and power
- Sizes Available: Commonly 151, 156, 159, 162 cm
- Float Pack Inserts: Yes — for setback stance on pow days
Performance Breakdown
| Category | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Powder | 7.5/10 | Nose volume and setback help it float surprisingly well |
| Groomers | 9/10 | Carves hard and feels locked-in |
| All-Mountain | 9/10 | Versatile in all conditions |
| Side Hits | 8.5/10 | Great pop, stable landings |
| Park/Freestyle | 8/10 | Camber and shape make it powerful on jumps and rails |
| Rails/Boxes | 6.5/10 | Rideable, but not super buttery |
| Trees/Crud | 7.5/10 | Nimble with good float and dampening |
| Icy Conditions | 8.5/10 | Camber + MidBite = excellent edge hold |
| Switch Riding | 8/10 | Twin shape geometry helps even with setback inserts |
Top Competitors
Here are three solid competitors (non-YES boards) that land in the same high-performance all-mountain freestyle category:
- Jones Mountain Twin – Camber, twin-ish, and built to ride everywhere
- Capita Mercury – Hard-charging freestyle-focused all-mountain board
- Rome Ravine Select – Directional twin with power and playful carving
Final Thoughts
The YES. Standard UnInc DC is a refined, supercharged version of a true classic. It keeps the all-mountain versatility that made the Standard a go-to for so many riders and layers in upgraded construction, more pop, better carving precision, and UnInc personality.
If you’re an advanced snowboarder who wants one board that handles powder, park, and everything in between — and you don’t want to compromise on power or precision – the Standard UnInc DC delivers across the board.