Arbor Element vs Burton Ripcord

How they compare

Both boards are designed for all mountain riding. The Arbor Element uses a directional twin shape while the Burton Ripcord is directional. The Arbor Element has a rocker profile (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel), while the Burton Ripcord uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The Arbor Element is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.