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Banked Country Split 25/26
€1,059.95
Splitboard bindings -20% discount
A splitboard binding can be fixed in a Ride configuration (for descending) and a Tour configuration (for ascending).
Splitboard interface -10% discount
If a Ride interface (for descending) is not included with the binding your options will be shown below.
Splitboard crampons
Crampons are not a necessity for a functional setup, however they are essential in a full backcountry equipment.
Splitboard skins -15% discount
Climbing skins are essential for ascending slopes. Without climbing skins you will not be able to make it up a slope. The hairs of the skin glide with forward movement and grip with backward pressure.
Splitboard poles -10% discount
Strap FOR FREE
A 'must have' during your splitboard trips.
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In short

The GNU Banked Country split is a magical metamorphasis…their refined resort carving pow slaying machine has transformed into a lightweight climbing, powder and adrenalin access tool. A radically refined directional geometry/shape that includes a floaty nose, mild taper, Banked Slalom winning side cut and their unique Progressive “teeth in the tail” MagneTraction ® for quiet turn entry and unbelievable hook up in the tail to finish. A lightweight Paulownia core make this an effortless climber and floaty smooth rider. Karakoram Ultra Clips lock it all together for a solid board feel and speedy smooth transitions. Highly refined, heavily tested by the boys and you know this is the right stick when you are in Banked Country.

In detail

PROFILE

  • C3Camber
    C3 is the most aggressive shape from the Mervin factory. Still a rocker between the feet but with a lot more emphasis on the camber under the bindings. This gives you a board that rides more aggressively, is more precise and has more pop and still manages to create some float.

  • Thin Tip and Tails
    A thinner tip and tail, which results in a lower swing rate and less weight in your board.

CORE

  • Splitboard Construction
    Splitboard Construction is made for going into the backcountry. This core had to be light and strong. The core consists of: 95% Paulownia and 5% Aspen. Two layers of tri-ax fiberglass with a basalt webbing provide the torsional stiffness and cushioning when you're not in hip-deep powder. A core you can rely on on the way down in varying terrain, but also light enough for touring.

REINFORCEMENTS

  • Tri-Ax/Bi-Ax
    A layer of Tri-Ax/Bi-Ax fibreglass is added to the Gnu boards. This triaxial/biaxial reinforcement ensures extra responsiveness and a more active snowboard in all types of terrain.

TOPSHEET

  • Eco Sublimated Poly Top
    Strong polyester topsheet made in the Mervin factory. Eco-friendly, with a beautiful design.

BASE

  • Sintered Knife Cut Base
    This is Gnu's sintered base. This base is fast, durable and absorbent. Like other sintered bases, the wax absorbs quickly and improves the glide.

SIDEWALL & EDGES

  • UHMW Sidewall
    A fast and strong sidewall that can handle some heavy-duty work.

SPLITBOARD TECH

  • Karakoram Ultra Clips 1.0
    The Ultra Clips 1.0 remain some of the strongest and lowest profile clips in the industry. They are adjustable so you can maintain even compression as your splitboard ages.

 

SIZECHART

Specification
GNU Banked Country Split 25/26 Sizechart
Size (cm) 155 159 162
Effective Edge (cm) 112 114 116
Tip Width (mm) 294 296 298
Waist Width (mm) 253 254 255
Tail Width (mm) 292 294 296
Sidecut Radius (m) 8.2 8.3 8.4
Stance Setback (cm) 3.8 3.8 3.8
Stance Range (cm) 48.3 - 60.9 50.8 - 63.5 50.8 - 63.5
Width Regular Regular Regular
Important details
Season 2025-2026
Profile Camber
Shape Directional
Flex Medium/Stiff
Snowboard Core Types Paulownia, Aspen
Snowboard Fibers Core Biax / Triax
Weight class 2.5kg - 3.0kg