{"product_id":"2027-never-summer-benchmark-snowboard","title":"2027 Never Summer Benchmark Snowboard","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-copy\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNever Summer Benchmark Snowboard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNever Summer Benchmark Snowboard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance all-mountain directional twin built for riders who want effortless float in powder and locked-in control across every type of terrain. Available now at \u003cstrong\u003eSurface 2 Air Sports\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Benchmark lives up to its name — whether you're slashing backcountry bowls, carving clean lines on groomers or rolling through the park, this board handles it all with confidence and style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBuilt around a \u003cstrong\u003eRocker Camber profile\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eEarly-Rise Float Mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003ePowerSurf Core\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Max Laminate Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Benchmark delivers a blend of powerful edge-hold, lively pop and smooth, surfy versatility. A 10 mm taper and quarter-inch setback give it a subtly directional character that rewards aggressive riding without sacrificing twin-tip playfulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Mountain Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equally at home in powder, on piste and in the park — a genuine one-board quiver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly-Rise Float Mechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rockered tip lifts effortlessly in powder and variable snow for a surfy, confidence-inspiring ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRocker Camber Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines the float and forgiveness of rocker with the snap and edge-hold of camber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eR.I.P. Edge-Hold Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radial Interior Profile edges grip hard on icy or variable terrain without catching in soft snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Max Laminate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight carbon construction adds pop, responsiveness and torsional stiffness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 mm Directional Taper:\u003c\/strong\u003e A wider nose blended into a narrower tail enhances float and directional drive in deeper snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX Wide Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e The X variants offer extra width underfoot for riders with larger boot sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"product-table\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eProfile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRocker Camber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll-Mountain Directional Twin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eTaper\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSetback\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¼\" (approx. 6 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eCore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowerSurf Wood Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eLaminate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Max Laminate Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eEdge Technology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR.I.P. 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