Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro vs Arbor Metal Machine Decon
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
the Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro leans more backcountry/all mountain, while the Arbor Metal Machine Decon leans more freestyle. The Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro uses a directional shape while the Arbor Metal Machine Decon is twin. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro is noticeably stiffer at 7/10 versus the Arbor Metal Machine Decon's 4/10, suiting more aggressive riding. The Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro targets advanced riders while the Arbor Metal Machine Decon is aimed at beginner riders. At $419.95 vs $649.95 MSRP, the Arbor Metal Machine Decon is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
8
Arbor Metal Machine Decon
7
Powder
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
6
Arbor Metal Machine Decon
3
Freestyle
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
4
Arbor Metal Machine Decon
10
Freeride
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
7
Arbor Metal Machine Decon
2
Stiffness
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
7
Arbor Metal Machine Decon
4
Versatility
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
7
Arbor Metal Machine Decon
5
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
Arbor Metal Machine Decon
Core Specs
TerrainBackcountry, All Mountain
TerrainFreestyle
ShapeDirectional
ShapeTwin
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex7/10
Flex4/10
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelBeginner
Stance
Stance
MSRP$649.95
MSRP$419.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
159 — dimensions in mm
156 — dimensions in mm
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Arbor Bryan Iguchi Pro
Arbor’s current Iguchi freeride board (2023+). Used examples are uncommon, and camber vs split listings are different buys. Skip leftover 2000s Arbor junk priced like a modern Iguchi; inspect the nose and edges on any recent deck.