The Drake Risto Pro Snowboard is an excellent choice for the beginning shredder. The Core of the Risto Pro is made from Biax, which is a composite material that has a light, soft flex that will allow riders to put minimal pressure on the snow to flex the board for more control as they learn to turn and carve. The Flat Camber makes the Risto Pro very easy to initiate and exit a turn without any hooking feeling, making it the perfect board for beginners to learn on. Flat Camber - long, stable flat section with a catch free feel, Extruded 2000 Base - Melted P-Tex material, highly abrasion resistant and very durable, Base Name: Extruded Impact, Core Name: Combo Impact, Snowboard Best Use: Freestyle, Rocker Profile: Flat, Shape: Twin, Board Width: Regular, Base Material: Extruded P-tex, Warranty: One Year, Skill Range: Advanced Intermediate - Expert, Product ID: 538448, Gender: Mens, Skill Level: Advanced Intermediate, Model Number: 76211006 157