Nidecker
Nidecker Mellow model 150cm -wide sized snowboard - thats just how they are made
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Nidecker Mellow — Overview & Selling Pitch
The Nidecker Mellow is a surf‑inspired freeride board designed for riders who want to merge pow performance with carve precision. It features a directional outline with more volume in the nose and a shorter tail, delivering excellent float in deep snow, while remaining responsive and dynamic on hardpack or mixed terrain. Nidecker US+4Nidecker US+4Evo+4
It’s often described as a board that “comes alive” in powder days, yet retains the edge drive and responsiveness needed for aggressive carving. Backcountry+3Nidecker US+3Evo+3
The Mellow is part of Nidecker’s Snow.Surf quiver — a blend of surf-style flow and snowboarding versatility. Nidecker US+3Evo+3Snowtart+3
Key Features & Technology
| Component | Description / Role |
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| Profile / Rocker / Camber | Surfy CamRock: extended rocker in the nose + camber underfoot & in the tail. This gives float in soft snow while preserving edge grip and pop. Nidecker US+4Evo+4Glisshop+4 |
| Shape / Outline | Directional with a tapered “short tail” design. More surface area up front (nose) and a shorter, narrower tail.Nidecker US+5Nidecker US+5Snowtart+5 |
| Core | Master Core: a blend of woods (poplar + paulownia, sometimes including beech or spruce) for a balance of strength, lightness, and responsiveness.Evo+4Nidecker US+4Nidecker US+4 |
| Fiberglass / Laminate | A mix of triaxial and biaxial fiberglass, plus carbon inlays (“Pop Carbon”) near the nose and tail to boost pop, dampen chatter, and sharpen response. Snowtart+4Nidecker US+4snowboards.co.uk+4 |
| Base | N‑7000 hybrid / sintered base with added carbon nanoparticles — designed to balance speed, durability, and ease of maintenance. Nidecker US+3Nidecker US+3snowboards.co.uk+3 |
| Construction / Sandwich | Premium sandwich construction with carbon stringers for improved pop, edge response and reduced vibration. Glisshop+4Nidecker US+4snowboards.co.uk+4 |
| Topsheet / Vibration Control | Uses a damping / absorbent top layer (“Absorbnid” as some models call it) to reduce unwanted vibration and enhance ride smoothness. Nidecker US |
| Insert System | 4×2 / 6-row insert pattern, giving flexibility in stance width and compatibility with many binding layouts. Nidecker US |
Size Options & Dimensions (Typical / Recent Model)
Below is a representative spec chart, drawn from recent model data (e.g. 2024 / 2025). Use the size(s) you stock for your shop.
| Size | Total Length (mm) | Nose Length (mm) | Contact Edge (mm) | Effective Edge (mm) | Tail Length (mm) | Sidecut Radius (m) | Nose Width (mm) | Waist Width (mm) | Tail Width (mm) | Taper (mm) | Setback (mm) | Stance Range (mm) | Rider Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150W | 1500 | 370 | 980 | 1145 | 160 | 7.5 | 296 | 260 | 290 | –6 | –30 | 500 – 620 | 65 – 75 Backcountry+4PRFO Sports+4Nidecker US+4 |
| 155W | 1550 | 370 | 1030 | 1190 | 150 | 7.8 | 302 | 265 | 296 | –6 | –30 | 510 – 630 | 70 – 85 Backcountry+4PRFO Sports+4Nidecker US+4 |
| 160W | 1600 | 370 | 1080 | 1225 | 150 | 8.0 | 309 | 270 | 302 | –7 | –30 | 520 – 640 | 80+ Backcountry+4PRFO Sports+4Nidecker US+4 |
Other sizes (147 / 152 / 157 / 162W) may be offered depending on the year. Glisshop+4Evo+4Snowtart+4
Notes on stance & shape:
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The negative taper (tail narrower than nose) and setback stance help keep the board’s tail down in soft snow and let the nose lift.
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The shorter tail length helps reduce drag in deep snow and improve surf-like feel. Nidecker US+4Nidecker US+4Glisshop+4
Performance & Ride Feel (What to Highlight to Customers)
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Powder / Deep Snow: Because of its elongated, voluminous nose and rocker lift, the Mellow excels at floating and making smooth turns in deep snow. It’s made to “skate” over bumps, pillows, and softer sections. snowboards.co.uk+4Glisshop+4Snowtart+4
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Carving / Hardpack: The cambered sections underfoot and tail, paired with a tighter sidecut, give this board sharp edge response, solid carve hold, and quick directional transitions. Nidecker US+4Nidecker US+4Nidecker US+4
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All-Mountain Versatility: While optimized for freeride / surf style, the Mellow is also competent across mixed terrain — bumps, transitions, groomers, and choppy snow. Nidecker US+3Glisshop+3Snowtart+3
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Flex & Feel: Mid-stiff / “mid‑stiff” flex gives it enough firmness for high-speed stability, yet doesn’t make it overly stiff or unforgiving. Nidecker US+3Nidecker US+3Evo+3
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Pop & Vibration Dampening: The carbon inlays (Pop Carbon) and sandwich construction help in delivering snappy snap-y response on jumps or press transitions, while also damping chatter. Nidecker US+3Nidecker US+3Nidecker US+3
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Simplicity of Use: The surf-style design encourages riding off the back foot — ideal for freeride-style flow and intuitive turn initiation. Nidecker US+3Glisshop+3Nidecker US+3
Pro / Marketing Calling Points
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“Pow meets carve” — the Mellow bridges deep-snow freedom with hard-snow responsiveness.
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Directional & flowy — built for surf-style riding on snow, yet grounded enough for technical lines.
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Premium materials & tech — Master Core, Pop Carbon reinforcement, premium sandwich build.
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Strong all-mountain appeal — one board that handles backcountry lines, resort transitions, and variable snow.
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Eye-catching design — the taper, swallowtail influences, and diecut graphics or overprint finishes make it visually compelling. snowboards.co.uk+3Nidecker US+3Glisshop+3
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