Korua Shape Snowboards - They just hit different

March 22, 2023

Korua Shapes

Korua Shapes specialises in producing high-quality, innovative snowboards that are designed to provide a unique riding experience. Their whole philosophy is goes against your standard board brands and they are really changing up the game. Here is what they have to say

"WITH A DEEP APPRECIATION FOR TURNING ON SNOW AND INNOVATIVE SHAPE DESIGN, WE CREATE TRULY UNIQUE RIDING EXPERIENCES, SIMPLY FOR THE SAKE OF BEAUTY AND JOY.

KORUA was born from a group of friends, who happened to be traveling snowboard nerds in our 30’s. On a trip to Japan in 2012 we witnessed the country's thriving snow-surf culture and their specifically “built for deep powder” boards. This spoke to our individual riding styles and interests. So when the opportunity arose to start our own brand, it was clear that the focus would lie on making boards that were easy-to-ride in our home mountains — the Alps, and that would turn exceptionally well. At the core of every KORUA board, is a sidecut that allows you to carve like no others on hard groomers, and a shape that lets you float through powder with ease. They truly are great all-round snowboards." - Korua Team

Some of the key points we believe make Korua Shapes different

Shape: Korua Shapes snowboards have a distinctive shape that sets them apart from traditional snowboards. They are typically wider and uniquely outlined more than traditional snowboards, with a longer nose and a shorter tail. This shape is designed to increase float in deep snow, improve stability at high speeds, and provide an incredible ‘on rail’ carve while on edge.
Camber: Korua Shapes snowboards have a secret sauce when it comes to their camber profile. Most shapes run a medium amount of camber from the tail to in front of the front binding, with a medium amount of rocker in the nose. This design provides a more stable ride and makes it easier to initiate turns and float in powder but still keeping all the drive in through your turns on hard pack.
Flex: Korua Shapes snowboards have a medium to stiff flex, which provides a responsive and lively ride. This makes them ideal for aggressive riding styles and carving at high speeds.
Riding Style: Korua Shapes snowboards are designed for riders who enjoy carving and riding fast. They have boards that offer a freestyle nature but really keep to the free ride carving side of the coin.
Construction: Korua Shapes snowboards are built using high-quality materials and construction methods that are designed to enhance performance and durability. They offer their standard high end construction - White with red base. Or their light weight ultimate construction which is black on black
Graphics: Korua Shapes snowboards don’t want to sell you like a tradition brand. They want you to buy the shape because of the way it rides not because of the artwork. All their main line is White with a red base and their top construction is all Black. This allows you to really et the board that works for you. Or even better a quiver to suit different snow conditions
Riding Experience: Korua Shapes snowboards provide a unique and innovative riding experience that is different from traditional snowboards. They are designed to inspire creativity and exploration, and to push riders to new levels of performance and skill. While really focusing on Resort riding and speaking to those of us who spend most of our time shredding trails or smashing pow lines and around our local favourite hill

Overall, Korua Shapes snowboards are a great choice for riders who want to push their limits and explore new terrain. With their unique shape, profile, and construction, they provide a smooth and stable ride that is perfect for carving at high speeds and riding in deep powder. Their simple take on graphics and commitment to sustainability make them a popular choice among riders who value style Performance over Aesthetics.