Arbor Coda vs Capita Defenders Of Awesome

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Arbor Coda leans more freeride, while the Capita Defenders Of Awesome leans more freestyle. The Arbor Coda uses a directional shape while the Capita Defenders Of Awesome is twin. The Arbor Coda has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Capita Defenders Of Awesome uses hybrid (rocker/camber) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). The Arbor Coda is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. At $549.95 vs $599.95 MSRP, the Capita Defenders Of Awesome is the more budget-friendly option.