Why We Like The Burton Instigator Flat Top Snowboard

The Burton Instigator Flat Top Snowboard is our top pick for mastering the art of snowboarding. Its extremely soft flex, forgiving profile, and smooth flexing balance make it the perfect companion as we explore different riding styles on the resort.

Product Details:

• Get riled up about snowboarding with this easy-going deck
• Experience stability, grip, and less edge-catch thanks to the hybrid flat profile
• The twin shape helps you find your footing in both regular and switch stances
• The super soft flex offers forgiving turns and effortless maneuverability
• The wooden core transfers energy seamlessly for a natural feel
• The biax glassing provides a soft and lightweight board control
• The extruded base ensures speed, strength, and durability for long seasons

Length: 140cm, 145cm, 150cm, 150cm wide, 155cm, 155cm wide, 160cm, 160cm wide, 165cm wide

Profile: Flat Top (rocker outside inserts, flat through inserts)

Shape: directional, Pro-Tip, 5mm taper

Flex: very soft (0 - 3 out of 10 on Burton's scale), Infinite Ride

Effective Edge: [140cm] 1030mm, [145cm] 1075mm, [150cm, 150cm wide] 1120mm, [155cm, 155cm wide] 1170mm, [160cm, 160cm wide] 1220mm, [165cm wide] 1270mm

Waist Width: [140cm] 242mm, [145cm] 245mm, [150cm] 248mm, [150cm wide] 256mm, [155cm] 252mm, [155cm wide] 260mm, [160cm] 256mm, [160cm wide] 265mm, [165cm wide] 270mm

Sidecut Radius: [140cm] 6.2m, [145cm] 6.5m, [150cm, 150cm wide] 6.8m, [155cm, 155cm wide] 7.1m, [160cm, 160cm wide] 7.4m, [165cm wide] 7.8m

Stance Width: [140cm] 480mm, [145cm] 505mm, [150cm, 150cm wide] 530mm, [155cm, 155cm wide, 160cm, 160cm wide, 165cm wide] 560mm

Stance Setback: 1in

Mount: The Channel

Core: Dualzone EGD, Squeezebox Low

Laminate: biax

Edge: Cruise Control Tune

Base: extruded

Recommended Rider Weight: [140cm] 80 - 120lb, [145cm] 100 - 150lb, [150cm, [150cm wide, 155cm, 155cm wide] 120 - 180lb, [160cm, 160cm wide, 165cm wide] 180 - 260lb

Manufacturer Warranty: 3 years

Activity: all-mountain snowboarding