Hps - Louif Parradis Snowboard 2027
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Quick Specs
| Rider Type | Powder Charger |
| Terrain | Freeride, Powder |
| Shape | Tapered Directional |
| Flex | 8 / 10 |
| Binding Mount Pattern | 4x2 inserts |
| Athletes | Louif Paradis |
| Series | Hillside Project (HPS) |
Product Description
Born from Salomon's Hillside Project — a collaboration fusing surf-inspired shaping with deep-powder expertise — the HPS Louif Paradis is built for riders who let their lines speak for themselves. A tapered directional shape with 20 mm setback and Rock Out Camber delivers float in the deep and locked-in edge hold when the pitch gets serious. For freeride devotees who own the mountain from streets to powder fields.
Product Details
| Rocker Type | Rock Out Camber: traditional camber between the feet for pop and edge hold, with early rocker at the tip and tail for floatation and forgiveness in soft snow |
| Flex | 8 / 10 |
| Shape | Tapered Directional — wider nose than tail, ridden with a 20 mm setback stance for maximum powder float and directional drive |
| Sidecut | Quadralizer: Salomon's multi-radius sidecut combining four distinct radii for versatility across terrain, tight radius in the center for quick turns and wider radii at the tips for stability at speed and in powder |
| Core | Aspen: lightweight wood core with lively pop characteristics · Popster: dual-density insert reinforcement system, denser material at the insert zones for increased pop and durability, integrated into the core |
| Laminates | BIAX HD Fiberglass: biaxial fiberglass with high-density layup, fibers run at 45° angles for torsional flex and edge-to-edge responsiveness · 30% Bio-based Resin: epoxy resin system incorporating 30% plant-based content, reducing reliance on petroleum-based chemicals |
| Sidewalls | 66% Recycled ABS Sidewalls: impact-resistant ABS sidewalls manufactured with 66% recycled content |
| Base | 50% Recycled Sintered Base: high-molecular-weight polyethylene base made with 50% recycled content, Standard Stone Finish for improved wax absorption |
| Edges | All Mountain Edge Bevels: optimized bevel angles balancing grip on hardpack with forgiveness off-piste |
| Additional Features | Natural Wax factory finish · FSC Certified Wood Core (implied from Hillside line specs) |
| Binding Compatibility | 4x2 insert pattern, compatible with all standard bindings |
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Hps - Louif Parradis Snowboard 2027 FAQ
Who is this board for, and what level do I need to be?
This is built for intermediate to advanced riders tackling freeride and powder terrain. On the Louif Paradis, the tapered directional shape with 20 mm of setback keeps you planted on the back foot in deep snow, while the stiff 8/10 flex rewards precise edge control and fast descents. You need solid fundamentals to handle that responsiveness.
Is this board good for powder?
The nose is wider and longer than the tail, and the whole board sits back 20 mm from center stance. On the Louif Paradis, that taper and setback tilt you forward naturally on deep days, so the nose floats up and you sink less into the snow. You stay efficient and higher in the face, riding one-footed without burning out.
How stiff should my board be, and what does flex actually change on snow?
Stiff flex demands good edge control but gives you rock-solid precision and confidence at speed. On the Louif Paradis, that 8/10 flex keeps the board locked on hard pack and ice, and stops it from washing out when you push line selection or drop into steep terrain. It rewards committed turns and punishes slop.
What do the fiberglass layers actually change?
Biaxial fiberglass runs in two directions across the board, allowing some torsional flex but resisting edge-to-edge twist. On the Louif Paradis, that biaxial weave keeps the board playful and responsive underfoot while still feeling controlled through transitions. You get forgiveness without losing the snap you want in powder and freeride terrain.
What makes a base fast — extruded vs. sintered?
Sintered bases are denser, porous, and soak up wax for speed; extruded bases are durable but slower. On the Louif Paradis, the sintered base eats wax and holds it longer in cold snow, so you stay quick across flat spots and between runs. You'll need regular waxing on this board to keep it flying, especially in spring slush.