Burton has been a prominent name in the snowboarding industry since the late 1970s. According to Demand Ware, founder Jake Burton established the company headquarters in Londonderry, Vermont in 1977. Burton's early snowboard models were designed for off-piste riding on a backwoods terrain. As of 2011, Burton offers snowboards and gear for a few dominant riding styles.
All-Mountain
All-mountain is a dominant riding style that allows you to tackle numerous types of snowboarding terrain. All-mountain riders use a specialized board that can adapt to a backcountry landscape as well as the groomed runs of a mountain resort. The all-mountain boards from Burton come in numerous shapes and designs to accommodate the needs of riders of all skill levels. According to Burton, the company's signature twin tip all-mountain board features an identical nose and tail that allows you to ride backwards.
Freestyle
Freestyle riders spend a majority of their time in a training facility known as a terrain park. Terrain parks generally feature a variety of obstacles including inclined ramps made of snow and fiberglass boxes for sliding maneuvers. The freestyle boards from Burton feature a lightweight wooden core that helps to absorb the force of high-impact landings. According to Burton, the company's freestyle models feature a pliable design that allows the board to flex as you slide across ledges and grind rails.
Free Riding
Free riding has been a dominant snowboarding style since the first boards were created. Many ski mountains banned the use of snowboards in the first years of the sport. Undeterred, snowboard pioneers set out to find their own slopes by hiking up backcountry hills. Burton offers free ride snowboards for avid boarders who enjoy carving through a wooded terrain. The free ride boards from Burton feature a stiff design that allows you to glide over newly fallen snow.
Powder
While the powder and free ride snowboard may appear similar to the untrained eye, the two models have slight differences. The powder boards from Burton are equipped with a specialized feature known as a rocker. Rocker boards have a curved shape that allows the nose and tail of the snowboard to stay elevated above the snow. Powder boards generally have an elongated design compared to other recreational models. The Burton powder boards come in lengths from 160 to 165 mm.
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