evo.com | Never Summer Snowboards > The Never Summer Proto Slinger Snowboard looks normal enough, but when the chips are down it comes out firing. Softer flexing and just what the doctor orders for jibby fun all the way down the line, the Proto Slinger uses Shock Wave Rocker Camber and the proven Never Summer Superlight Wood Core and provides excellent soft snow performance as well as a forgiving platform for park progression. NS Superlight Wood Core Never Summer uses a custom blend of wood species that was created to be the lightest weight yet durable core on the market. The NS Superlight Wood Core is CNC sanded in the custom wood working facility to a fraction of a millimeter. A tailored flex is perfected, giving their snowboards unequaled performance. Flex Rating 4 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) Asym Vario Power Grip Sidecut Vario Power Grip Sidecut utilizes multiple radii creating extra contact points to enhance edge hold. A flat section in the rocker area provides a broad contact point when flexed, but allows the board to track straight and not catch when unbent. Flanking this straight section are two shallow radii, which provide the second and third contact points. Towards the ends of the sidecut are deep radii which render quick turn initiation and the final contact points. The asymmetrical version of the Vario sidecut puts a longer radius on the toe side and a shorter radius on the heel side. Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base Crown Plastics has developed an exclusive, super fast, durable sintered base specifically for higher end boards. Just the right amount of graphite has been added making the Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base the fastest Never Summer has ever used. 2 x 4 Insert Pattern The Union Force Classic Snowboard Bindings are an all mountain, durable binding that carry on the tradition of the much loved second iteration of the Force. Their Duraflex ST highback is down for the long haul thanks to its light weight and responsive feel that loves to drive down the fall line. Union's most iconic binding features bombproof magnesium ratchets, easy to adjust straps, and adjustable features to dial in your ride. Stage 4 | Duraflex ST Simply put, Duraflex ST is the same material as regular Duraflex, but with increased glass for more response without the weight. Designed for cold temperatures. Grade 8.8 Hardware The strongest steel available on the market, Union's use of Grade 8.8 represents a commitment to delivering the strongest and most reliable bindings on the market today. ExoFrame 4.0 Ankle Strap Rapid response, trusted by professional snowboarders. Force | Duraflex ST Simply put, Duraflex St is the same material as regular Duraflex, but with increased glass for more response without the weight. Designed for cold temperatures. Flex Rating 7 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) | Never Summer Proto Slinger Snowboard 2024 - 149 Package (149 cm) + L Mens in White Size 149/L | Plastic