Lib Tech 2026 Skunk Ape Snowboard - 170UW
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Our experiMENTAL Division’s big guy “dream board” project gets a nose job! Constant testing and refinement by Trevor Phillips, Krush Kulesza, Neil Green and Kurt Jensen make this the best larger gentlemen’s power freestyle stick on the planet. A slightly more relaxed longer nose shape for pow float. This ape is absolutely resort ready... hit the rails or put it on rail and trench, your toes won’t drag but your knuckles might. Built in ultra-light HP construction for easy on the front foot chair rides.
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- THE LEGENDARY BIG GUY DREAM SNOWBOARD
- RAGES THE RESORT AND DISAPPEARS IN WOODS
- FLOATY ATV NOSE SHAPE
The Lib Tech Skunk Ape 159 cm is the heavy-hitter’s dream deck — engineered for riders with larger boots, broader builds, and aggressive styles. Designed by and for bigger humans, it delivers the same high-end tech as Travis Rice’s pro models but tuned for more power, width, and stability.
With its C2 Hybrid Camber, Magne-Traction edges, and reinforced eco-construction, the Skunk Ape dominates everything from steep backcountry lines to resort groomers and powder fields. It’s fast, confident, and built to last — a quiver-killer for the strong, tall, and fearless.
Key Features & Technology
| Feature | Description |
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| C2 Hybrid Camber Profile | Camber underfoot for power and precision, rocker between the feet for float and forgiveness. Ideal for charging any terrain. |
| Magne-Traction® Edges | Serrated 7-point edge design grips hardpack and ice like a knife for unmatched control. |
| Wide Platform Design | Extra waist width prevents toe and heel drag for riders with size 11+ boots. |
| Horsepower (HP) Construction | Lightweight basalt + tri-ax glass reinforcement — damp, eco-friendly, and built to handle high-speed riding. |
| Aspen / Paulownia Core | Dual-density sustainable wood core offers pop, power, and long-term durability. |
| Sintered Knife-Cut Base | Fast, tough, and easy to maintain for consistent performance in all snow conditions. |
| Directional Twin Shape | Slight setback stance improves float in powder while maintaining twin-like balance for freestyle versatility. |
| Medium-Stiff Flex (7 / 10) | Delivers stability for big riders while keeping enough pop for playful all-mountain freestyle lines. |
| Bio Beans Top Sheet | Eco-friendly bio-resin layer — durable, lightweight, and made from renewable materials. |
| UHMW Tip/Tail Impact Deflection | Reinforced ends absorb heavy landings and prevent cracking. |
| Eco Sublimated Graphics | Water-based inks printed with zero hazardous waste. |
| Made in the USA @ Mervin MFG | Hand-built in Washington State using renewable energy and zero toxic waste. |
Performance Summary
The Skunk Ape 159 cm is pure, unfiltered power — wide, stiff, and built to charge. The C2 profile delivers pop and drive without sacrificing float, while Magne-Traction® edges let you hold a carve even on bulletproof ice. Its Horsepower construction reduces weight and vibration, keeping the ride smooth and responsive.
Designed for heavier riders who need more board underfoot, the Skunk Ape handles deep snow, big drops, and steep terrain with total confidence. If you’ve ever felt undersized on standard decks, this one’s your liberation.
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 Twin
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Profile: C2 Hybrid Camber
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Rider Weight Range: 175 – 240 lbs
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Boot Size Compatibility: US 11 and up
