PUBLIC Snowboards Research Snowboard - 2026

Freeride focus meets freestyle DNA—PUBLIC Research floats, carves, and powers through big mountain terrain

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"The Research feels locked in when I’m charging steep lines but still playful enough for side hits. The taper and Mountain Alert Camber float in powder without effort, and the carbon stringers give it snap and stability at speed. It’s one of those boards that makes me feel confident on deep days and still fun when it hasn’t snowed in weeks."

Who It’s For

Advanced All-Mountain and Freeride Riders:

Perfect for riders who want a responsive, directional board that balances float in powder with reliable edge hold on hardpack. The Research is ideal for those who mix big mountain terrain with freestyle flair and want a board that handles both.

What It’s For

Freeride and All-Mountain Exploration:

With an 8mm taper and directional Mountain Alert Camber profile, the Research is tuned for powder days, steep terrain, and carving powerful turns on groomers. The blend of freeride shaping with PUBLIC’s freestyle feel makes it versatile across big lines and natural features.

Why We Like It

Power, Float, and Freestyle Spirit Together:

We like the Research because it brings freeride performance without losing PUBLIC’s playful touch. The Carbon V stringers add responsiveness and drive, while the Poplar Light Core keeps it snappy and lightweight. Urethane sidewalls smooth out the ride, and the sintered base keeps you moving fast across any snowpack.

Details

Mountain Alert Camber with early rise tip for float and edge control
Directional shape with 8mm taper enhances powder performance
Medium-stiff flex for stability in big terrain and aggressive riding
Poplar Light Core blends paulownia and hardwood for strength and reduced weight
Carbon V in tip and tail adds pop, snap, and response into turns
Full tip-to-tail carbon stringer boosts stability and liveliness
Urethane sidewalls absorb impacts and add durability
Sintered base for maximum wax retention and all-conditions speed
Item #PUB000P

Length: 154cm, 157cm, 160cm, 160W
Profile: Mountain Alert Camber (directional camber with early rise tip and tail)
Shape: directional
Flex: medium-stiff
Effective Edge: [154cm] 116cm, [157cm] 118cm, [160/160W] 121cm
Waist Width: [154cm] 251mm, [157cm] 254mm, [160cm] 257mm, [160W] 265mm
Sidecut Radius: [154cm] 7.2m, [157cm] 7.4m, [160/160W] 7.6m
Stance Width: [154cm] 21in, [157cm] 21in, [160/160W] 22in
Mount: 2x4
Core: Poplar Light Core with paulownia inserts and hardwood reinforcement
Laminate: biax fiberglass, Carbon V, tip-to-tail carbon stringer
Sidewalls: urethane
Edge: steel
Base: sintered
Base Color: die-cut alternating
Manufacturer Warranty: limited
Activity: Freeride/Powder Snowboarding, All-Mountain Snowboarding