Lib Tech 2026 Orca Snowboard - 156cm
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Not your gutless fish. Travis has juiced up this Jackson Hole resort slasher into an apex all terrain tech shred predator. A long floaty nose combined with a powerful poppy contact maximizing short radius “Whale Tail Technology”. A tight 7m trench gouging sidecut. Wide enough to allow you to really put it on a hardpack rail with no toe drag and float pillows like a dream but still narrow enough to be your daily driver all season long. Take it to AK, drop BC pillow stacks or blow minds at the home resort all season. A mammal to eat all fish. TR. Award winning!
VOLUME SHIFTED, RIDE THIS BOARD 3-6 CM SHORTER THAN YOUR NORMAL BOARD.
Travis and Mervin will be donating a portion of the sale of each Orca snowboard to the www.orcaconservancy.org in support of their efforts to prevent the extinction of the Salish Sea’s Southern Resident Killer Whales. #betheirvoice
- DREAM DIRECTIONAL SHAPE AND CONTOUR FOR WHAT TRAVIS CALLS FUN
- FREERIDE POW RIPPER MEETS RESORT SLASHING DAILY DRIVER
- FLOATY NOSE, TIGHT SIDECUT, MAXIMUM POWER TAIL
The Lib Tech Orca 156 cm is one of the most celebrated snowboards in the world — and for good reason. Created by Travis Rice, the Orca is an all-terrain, volume-shifted directional board designed to dominate everything from waist-deep pow to icy groomers.
Shorter and wider than your traditional freeride deck, the Orca delivers insane float, control, and response. The C2 Hybrid Camber profile balances rocker freedom with camber power, while Magne-Traction® serrated edges slice through hardpack and ice. Whether you’re sending side hits, carving trenches, or dropping cliffs, this board makes you feel like a predator of the mountain.
Key Features & Technology
| Feature | Description |
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| C2 Hybrid Camber Profile | Rocker between the feet and camber underfoot for precision, float, and edge control — the perfect all-terrain balance. |
| Magne-Traction® Serrated Edges | Seven strategically placed contact points provide unmatched grip and stability, even on ice. |
| Volume Shifted Design | Ride it shorter — the extra width provides float in powder and power underfoot while staying nimble. |
| Directional Shape w/ Setback Stance | Keeps your nose up in deep snow while maintaining pop and drive on hardpack. |
| Horsepower (HP) Construction | Lightweight basalt and tri-ax glass laminate with a sustainably harvested wood core for a smooth yet strong ride. |
| Lightweight Aspen / Paulownia Core | Durable, lightweight wood core built for consistent flex and powerful energy transfer. |
| Sintered Knife-Cut Base | Fast, durable, and easy to maintain for all conditions. |
| Bio Beans Top Sheet | Eco-friendly plant-based composite replaces toxic plastics without sacrificing performance. |
| Medium-Stiff Flex (7 / 10) | Stable and responsive for high-speed control while still playful enough to slash and butter. |
| Made in the USA @ Mervin MFG | Handcrafted in Washington State using eco materials and zero hazardous waste. |
Performance Summary
The Orca 156 is your ultimate quiver-killer freeride board. Designed for riders who crave power, precision, and versatility, it devours deep days but carves and lands like a twin on groomers.
The combination of width, taper, and C2 camber gives it incredible float and control, allowing you to drop cliffs, charge natural features, or arc groomers with total confidence. It’s Travis Rice’s go-to weapon for the unpredictable — and the board that redefined what freeride versatility means.
Rider Profile
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Skill Level: Intermediate → Expert
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Terrain: All-Mountain / Freeride / Powder
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Flex: Medium-Stiff (7 / 10)
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Shape: Directional
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Profile: C2 Hybrid Camber
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Best For: Riders seeking a short, wide, all-terrain destroyer
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Rider Weight Range: 150 – 200 lbs
