Board comes with tip/tail clips and Chinese hooks. All other splitboard hardware is available on our accessories page.
The Backcountry Splitboard is designed to provide a smooth, fast ride in the complete gamut of winter conditions. Hybrid Rocker frees up the tip and tail resulting in a mindblowing powder ride and effortless edge-to-edge transition. Its classic freeride chassis has a moderately long sidecut for maximum uphill efficiency and powerful, stable turns with solid edgehold on the way down. Minimal taper provides extra power and drive off the tail. The BC split is the most popular board amongst snowboarders who make their living in the backcountry.
Profile – Hybrid Rocker
Best for – multi day trekking, Fall-line speed, powder, crud, hardpack, crust - all winter snowpacks.
Rider type - Self propelled backcountry freeriders, splitboard guides and explorers whose style is more geared towards fall line speed and large arcing turns. It's also popular with multi-day trekkers seeking to maximize their skinning efficiency without compromising downhill performance.
| Length | 158 | 161 | 165 | 168 | 172 | 176 |
| Effective Edge (cm) | 120 | 121.5 | 124 | 127 | 131 | 135 |
| Nose Length (cm) | 20.5 | 21.5 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| Tail Length (cm) | 17.5 | 17.5 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Nose Width (cm) | 29 | 29.6 | 30.2 | 30.2 | 30.3 | 30.5 |
| Tail Width (cm) | 28.6 | 29.2 | 29.8 | 29.8 | 29.9 | 30.1 |
| Waist (cm) | 24.5 | 25.5 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
| Radius (m) | 8 | 8.5 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Taper (mm) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Insert Setbacks (cm) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Stance (in) | 17"-25" | 17"-25" | 17"-25" | 17"-25" | 17"-25" | 17"-25" |
| Suggested Rider Weight Range (kg/lb) |
50-80/ 110-180 |
55-90/ 125-200 |
65-95/ 140-210 |
70-100/ 160-220 |
75-110/ 170-240 |
80-110/ 175-240+ |
| Quadglass Board Weight (g) | 3160 | 3320 | 3400 | 3560 | 3710 | 3900 |
| XTC Carbon Board Weight (g) | 2620 | 2750 | 2820 | 2960 | 3080 | 3240 |
Note: Weight includes Voile tip/tail clips and chinese hooks.
Available in traditional Quadglass Construction or Prior's new XTC Carbon Construction.
XTC Carbon Construction
Prior’s new, high-performance XTC Carbon Construction for winter 2011/12 brings splitboard technology to the next level. XTC Carbon Construction is available as an upgrade to all Prior splitboards and saves an average of 600 grams (1lb 5oz) off a Prior splitboard. Weight reduction continues to be a key to backcountry riding as less weight means more vertical with less physical exertion. Ensuring that there is no decrease in performance with weight savings is often thought of as the Holy Grail for backcountry gear manufacturers and Prior’s XTC Carbon Construction takes a big leap towards that spiritual cup. In layman’s terms XTC Carbon Construction uses the same vertically laminated maple and aspen woodcores combined with UHMW sidewalls and bases and nylon topsheets as in their traditional construction but replaces the fibreglass weave with Prior’s newly developed XTC carbon material.
Quadglass Construction
Prior Snowboards' quadraxial glass/carbon composite (quad glass) is a stitched fabric with fibers running in four directions (+30, -30, 0 and +90 degrees). It also contains two 6cm-wide, 10-count carbon strips running lengthwise 4cm from the center of the board. The quadglass material is layered on each side of a vertically laminated maple and aspen woodcores combined with UHMW sidewalls and bases and nylon topsheets. The fiberglass/carbon configuration of quadglass creates a responsive, long lasting ride with excellent torsional stability. The additional directional weave creates enhanced torsional stiffness in comparison to the triaxial fibreglass construction.
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Olga Cuttell Olga was born in Ufa Russia (Bashkortostan), just west of the Ural Mountains, about two decades before the fall of communism. She moved to Western Canada in 2005. Surrounded by the inspirational landscapes of BC, Olga began her journey into artistic expression. Olga is an untrained artist who had been sketching and painting recreationally her whole young life. Her work attempts to present it as a given that there is no greater source of positive inspiration than nature; be it lonely, majestic, playful or powerful. Season 2011/12 represents the second year that Olga has worked with Prior. For a deeper look into her work visit her website www.oladesign.net. |
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Alano Edzerza Edzerza is Alano’s family name, passed down over the last hundred years. The name itself is ages old, and has been a part of the Tahltan nation from time immemorial. Tahltan culture reflects a mix of both Athabascan and Coastal traditions. They have two clans: Tsesk’iye (Raven clan) and Ch’iyone (Wolf clan). Alano belongs to the Raven clan and feels a deep connection to the Tahltan creation story featuring the Raven. At the age of 21, Alano entered the tutelage of family member and fellow artist Terrance Campbell. In 2002, Alano furthered his education by attending school in Arizona for jewelry making under the instruction of Rick Charlie. Alano has moved through many different mediums: pencil sketches, jewelry, acrylics, glass works, grand-scale installations, wood panels and now, performance sportswear. For a more detailed look into Alano's work please view his website www.edzerzagallery.com |
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Justin Ormiston Justin grew up skateboarding, snowboarding and attending art/photography classes in Ontario until he made the move to Whistler in 1998. He alternated between snowboarding in Whistler and surfing in Hawaii and in his spare time he experimented with Acrylic paint and charcoal.He slowly started designing tattoos for friends and his tattoo apprenticeship began in 2003. After one year of learning under the guidance of Robin Dutcher, he began his tattoo career in 2004. He worked with Robin and Dave Petko at Black Ohm until October 2007 and on January 1st, 2008 he opened a private tattoo shop named Ormiston Inkworks Ltd. To this date he continues to work out of his private tattoo studio and art gallery here in Whistler. Justin's creativity and unique style have become renowned in the area. To find out more and to view his works go to www.ormistonink.com |
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Jeanette Kangas Jeanette Kangas is the owner and designer of Wink Abilities - Creative Imaging, currently based in Courtenay, BC. She is a self-taught artist but holds a diploma in Professional Photography and Desktop Publishing and has many years of working as a Graphic Designer. Currently, she is freelancing in graphic design, digital illustration and her own J.Kangas Art Studios. Very much influenced by her surroundings; the mountains, the ocean, the undiscovered...Jeanette uses these elements with a slight twist of perspective to create worlds she likes to discover. Working primarily in acrylic paints she has developed a style that uses linear brush strokes, unique perspectives and saturated colours to capture a sense of motion and the passage of time to invoke a mood similar to actually being out there in the hills. With plenty of new projects and painting visions she is excited for what will emerge. www.winkabilities.com |
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Chili Thom Chili Thom is a local Whistler painter, filmmaker, professional DJ, TV host and mountain guide. The eerie and compelling 'Inukshuk' topsheet is his fourth topsheet design for Prior in the last 12 years and we are excited to have him in the mix. Born and raised in British Columbia, Chili has led a fascinating and inspiring life hiking and exploring the vast and beautiful wilderness of the Pacific Northwest. Thus, the primary inspiration for his work has always been the natural world and the amazing landscapes of B.C. Working primarily in acrylic paints he has developed a style that uses linear brush strokes, unique perspectives and saturated colours to capture a sense of motion and the passage of time to invoke a mood similar to actually being out there in the hills. You can check out what he's been up to at www.chilithom.com |
Custom Shapes
The Prior shop has been making custom "one off" snowboards since 1990. The layout and design of our factory has been built with this in mind. We can make a board to pretty much any shape and flex pattern you want. The following chart outlines prices for common revisions to existing templates:
| Description | C$ surcharge |
| Custom flex (softer or stiffer) | $70 |
| Narrowing waist | $70 |
| Widening waist | $150 |
| Taper changes | $70 |
| Custom templates | $200 |
Complete Custom Shapes
If your dream board requires more than the revisions listed above please email us with your ideas. Some discussion will be required to determine the best performance results. Ultimately the price will be determined by the complexity of the project.
Lead Times
4-8 weeks upon confirmed order.
Extra Notes
Above surcharges are in addition to price of board.
Prices may change depending upon degree of difficulty.
length restrictions = 205cm
width restrictions = tip/tail 34cm, waist 28.5cm
Custom Graphics
Prior has been offering custom graphics since 1990 and provides a complete custom topsheet and base graphic service. This is ideal for riders who want a one-of-a-kind look on their Prior board, and for companies who desire special corporate gifts and/or promotions.
| Topsheets | Qty | Description | C$ surcharge |
| Single | One off custom topsheets | $300 | |
| 2-5 units | Custom topsheets | $275 | |
| 6-10 units | Custom topsheets | $230 | |
| 11+ units | Custom topsheets | Call/email | |
| Bases | Qty | Description | C$ surcharge |
| Single | One off custom diecut base | $300 | |
| 2-5 units | Custom diecut base | $275 | |
| 6-10 units | Custom diecut base | $230 | |
| 11+ units | Custom diecut base | Call/email |
Topsheet Artwork
Topsheet design and colour options are almost unlimited. We can print topsheets of photo color quality. All topsheets are sublimated onto a white, gloss nylon topsheet for a professional look and finish. (sorry we cannot sublimate onto a clear topsheet material). Above prices based on receipt of art in digital file format in either of the following formats:
* For art that is done in vector based (ie. Illustrator or similar) program we require artwork in both eps and JPEG formats.
* For bit mapped based art (ie. Photoshop or similar) we require TIFF and JPEG formats. The File size must be 200 DPI in rectangular shape that measures 3cm longer than desired board length x 34cm wide. Note that TIFF file size will likely be greater than 100 MB and TIFF file must be sent on CD or DVD.
Base Artwork
Prior offers diecut custom bases in one to three colors. As base colors are actually cut with a knife there are some design limitations. We ask that you first email jpeg file to us for review and approval. Once finalized we require final file version in EPS format.
For any custom topsheet or shaping project you will need to contact our sales staff for guidance and accurate quotes. Please drop as an email via our Contact Us page.
Shipping Info
| Prior ships everywhere! |
Online.Orders |
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| Item | Destination | Carrier | Days in transit |
Shipping Price (CAD) |
Online Shipping (CAD) |
| 1 snowboard or pair of skis | Anywhere in Canada | FedEx Ground | 1 - 5 | $35 | $28 |
| FedEx | 1 | $90 | $72 | ||
| Continental USA | FedEx Ground | 3 - 5 | $60 | $48 | |
| FedEx | 1 | $120 | $96 | ||
| Alaska or Hawaii | FedEx | 2 - 3 | $100 | $80 | |
| Outside North America (Northern hemisphere) | FedEx | 2 - 5 | $135 | $108 | |
| Outside North America (Southern hemisphere) |
FedEx |
2 - 5 |
$195 | $156 | |
| 1 splitboard (naked or with kit & skins) |
Anywhere in Canada | FedEx Ground | 1 - 5 | $40 | $32 |
| FedEx | 1 | $100 | $80 | ||
| Continental USA | FedEx Ground | 3 - 5 | $65 | $52 | |
| FedEx | 1 | $90 | $72 | ||
| Alaska or Hawaii | FedEx | 2 - 3 | $110 | $88 | |
| Outside North America (Northern hemisphere) |
FedEx | 2 - 5 | $150 | $120 | |
| Outside North America (Southern hemisphere) |
FedEx |
2 - 5 |
$210 | $168 | |
| 1 set bindings | Anywhere in Canada | FedEx Ground | 1 - 5 | $20 | $16 |
| FedEx | 1 | $55 | $44 | ||
| Continental USA | FedEx Ground | 3 - 5 | $30 | $24 | |
| FedEx | 1 | $70 | $56 | ||
| Alaska or Hawaii | FedEx | 2 - 3 | $55 | $44 | |
| Outside North America (Northern hemisphere) | FedEx | 3 - 5 | $100 | $80 | |
| Outside North America (Southern hemisphere) | FedEx |
3 - 5 |
$130 | $104 | |
| 1 clothing item or accesory |
Anywhere in Canada | Post | 1 - 5 | $15 | $12 |
| Continental USA | Post | 5 - 10 | $16 | $12.80 | |
| FedEx Ground | 3 - 5 | $25 | $20 | ||
| FedEx | 1 | $70 | $56 | ||
| Alaska or Hawaii | Post | 7 - 14 | $16 | $12.80 | |
| FedEx | 2 - 3 | $55 | $44 | ||
| Outside North America | Post | 20.-.40 | $20 | $16 | |
| FedEx | 3 - 5 | $70 | $56 | ||
Notes:
• Online orders receive 20% off shipping!
• FREE shipping on all clothing or accessory items with the order of a snowboard or skis.
• All binding orders placed with snowboard, splitboard or ski orders are shipped at half price.
• Additional snowboards or skis on multiple ski or board orders are shipped at half price.
• For multiple accessory only orders each additional accessory is shipped at half price.
• Shipping time is approximation only; exact time in transit may vary.
• FedEx overnight shipping from Monday to Friday. Some locations may not apply. Saturday deliveries available to major centers only.
• Coming to Whistler? You can choose to pick up your order at the Prior Factory and no shipping costs will apply. The option to 'Pick Up' will appear during the online order process. Note for Non-Canadian residents, standard HST (12% tax) will be applied to Pick Up orders.
Once all information is included in online order form exact shipping costs will appear.
If you have additional shipping questions, or would like to make special shipping arrangements, please email us via our Contact Us page.
*** Special rates may apply to certain remote areas.
