Nordica Badmind S - Boys' vs Nordica Istas

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Nordica Badmind S - Boys' leans more freestyle / park. They share a twin tip shape — symmetrical tips for skiing switch and park; playful and forgiving. The Nordica Badmind S - Boys' has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Nordica Istas uses hybrid (rocker/camber) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). At $15.95 vs $299.95 MSRP, the Nordica Istas is the more budget-friendly option.