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When it comes to splitboarding, your board's weight becomes even more important. The Burton Family Tree Flight Attendant X Splitboard uses an ultralight Dragonfly™ core and super-secret Mystery glass, making each step towards the promised land that much easier--something that gram-counting backcountry travelers will love. But this board isn't all about the skintrack, it's a snowboard first and foremost. When it's time to drop into the feature you woke up at 4am to reach, the FA X Split is responsive, fast, floaty, and fun. This board is tippy top tech from Burton.
Directional Camber – This board bend has entry rocker that adds lift to the nose while a camber section under both feet maintains momentum and stability through deep-driving turns and variable conditions. This bend caters to those who like the attributes of traditional camber but want something that will get up to speed and float easier in powder.
Directional Flex – This flex features increased pop in the tail and a more resilient nose that allows riders to easily maintain control through all terrain and conditions.
Directional | 10mm Taper – The classic snowboard shape, designed to be ridden with a slightly longer nose than tail to concentrate pop in the tail while still giving you plenty of float, flow, and control to rip any terrain or condition.
Balanced Freeride Geometry – Ending the twin vs. directional debate for creative rippers, this has a setback camber and a sidecut that is centered on your stance. This creates a freestyle feel when riding a flat base yet turns and floats like a directional deck.
Pro-Tip™ – A tapered tip and tail thickness reduces swing weight for easier mobility.
FSC™ Certified Dragonfly™ 600G Core – Use of end-grain woods in impact zones allows Burton to swap heavier woods for lighter weight species without sacrificing strength.
Squeezebox – Burton's most versatile Squeezebox profile improves pop and performance through the balance of thicker, more powerful core sections with thinner, more flexible sections. Rider energy is transferred outward from beneath the feet, energizing the tip and tail while making the board snappier, more stable and easier to manipulate.
Mystery Glass – Using a formula from the future, this robotic-built complex carbon layup allows Burton to manipulate flex and feel while revolutionizing strength-to-weight.
Methlon – Ultra durable and low-maintenance, Burton's highest grade sintered base creates blistering speed that lasts all season.
Infinite Ride™ – This Burton-exclusive technology allows maximized pop and strength by overbuilding the board, then putting it in a machine that breaks in the board for you. Whether you choose to ride Flat Top, Flying V™, or Camber, rest assured that with Infinite Ride™ your board will maintain its flex, pop, and feel from the first day forward, season after season.
Super Sap® Epoxy – A resin formulated with bio-based materials that reduces the carbon footprint by 50% over conventional all-petroleum-based epoxies. Less oil consumption means even less of a carbon footprint per board.
Split Channel System – The strongest, fastest, easiest, and most adjustable splitboard mounting system.
Channel-Compatible Pucks
Size | 158 | 163 |
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Effective Edge (mm) | 1200 | 1250 |
Tip Width (mm) | 299.9 | 305.8 |
Waist Width (mm) | 252 | 256 |
Tail Width (mm) | 289.9 | 295.8 |
Sidecut Radius (m) | 7.6 | 7.9 |
Stance Setback (mm) | 35 | 35 |
Rider Weight (lbs) | 150 - 200 | 180 - 260+ |
Width | Regular | Regular |
Part of getting to those epic BC lines is having a kit that is up to snuff and the Burton Hitchhiker Splitboard Bindings will be a major piece of any setup. Boasting a burly, yet lightweight aluminum baseplate designed by Spark R&D for climbing convenience and descending confidence. A dual position, single wire ramp adjuster changes angle on the fly when you climb. Going up is half the fun and when going down, fully adjustable straps will lock down your boots into a high performance, single component highback in a flash. If you're ready to break out of the confines of the resort and want gear you can rely on then give the Burton Hitchhiker Splitboard Bindings a ride.
Spark R&D Tesla T1 Single Wire Baseplate – A single fatty wire built into the baseplate switches easily from stowed, to low (12°), to high (18°) climbing positions and back again while touring. Eliminating the second wire saves weight and fiddle time.
Hammockstrap™ – Reactstrap roots in a stitchless construction for ultra-response with minimal materials. The addition of a nylon cross spine equals a more direct connection with the board.
Flex Slider – Makes the ankle straps move out of the way so you can step into the binding without obstruction. Burton's Flex Slider has a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Supergrip Capstrap™ 2.0 – This minimalist design merges two materials into one technologically advanced toe strap. A firmer material in the spine provides a supportive and lightweight skeleton, while a softer over-molded material improves boot wrap and comfort.
Double Take Buckles w/ Insta-Click – Be the first to drop in with the rapid ratcheting of Burton's Double Take Buckles. Helical teeth and "Insta-Click" engagement combine for increased torque per crank, faster uptake, and fewer cranks to tightness. The result: vastly improved strength, speed, and ease-of-use.
Quick-Adjust FLAD™ – Burton's tool-free forward lean adjustment.
Burton-Designed Single-Component Negative Lean Hi-Back – The simplicity of a one-piece hi-back means immediate response. Through material blends we then manipulate the overall flex profile—from buttery to responsive.
True OTT Hi-Back Padding – Wrapping the upper portion of the hi-back with padding eliminates pesky pressure points.
Mounts directly to 2015 and newer Burton splitboards without any additional hardware needed.
To mount the Hitchhiker Binding to any other splitboard, you must purchase additional hardware, such as Spark R&D Spark Pucks, or pucks from Voile USA. Sold separately.
Crampon Compatability – The new Tesla T1 baseplate is only compatible with the Burton Crampon and Spark Ibex Crampon.
Features Re-Ground Materials to Reduce Waste
Medium-Stiff Flex – Helps with quick, technical maneuvers, even at high speeds. Great for all-mountain carving, powerful freeriding and charging through the terrain park.
A collaborative effort between the Burton team and the leading backcountry experts at G3, the Burton x G3 High Traction Splitboard Climbing Skins bring the same beloved features of G3's high traction climbing skins to the splitboarding world. Finally!
Innovative Laminated Tip Connector with Low-Profile, Self-Aligning Stainless Steel Hands for a Secure, Lightweight Connection
Unique, Low-Profile Laminated Tail Strap
Proprietary Lightweight, Fast Gliding, High Traction, Supple Synthetic Plush
The Toughest Glue On The Market, Good to -30°C, Non-Toxic and Solvent Free
Length is Designed to Fit Your Splitboard Right Out of the Box
Size XS – 135 - 152 cm (Measurements are relative to your snowboard's tip-to-tail length.)
Size S – 146 - 160 cm (Measurements are relative to your snowboard's tip-to-tail length.)
Size M – 158 - 172 cm (Measurements are relative to your snowboard's tip-to-tail length.)
*Note – Skin width may require trimming adjustment for a proper fit.