Arbor Mantra vs Arbor Veda
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both boards are designed for freestyle riding. The Arbor Mantra uses a directional twin shape while the Arbor Veda is directional. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Arbor Veda is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. At $549.95 vs $599.95 MSRP, the Arbor Mantra is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Arbor Mantra
7
Arbor Veda
7
Powder
Arbor Mantra
3
Arbor Veda
4
Freestyle
Arbor Mantra
9
Arbor Veda
8
Freeride
Arbor Mantra
3
Arbor Veda
4
Stiffness
Arbor Mantra
5
Arbor Veda
7
Versatility
Arbor Mantra
5
Arbor Veda
5
Arbor Mantra
Arbor Veda
Core Specs
TerrainFreestyle
TerrainFreestyle
ShapeDirectional Twin
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex5/10
Flex7/10
Riding LevelBeginner
Riding LevelBeginner
Stance
Stance
MSRP$549.95
MSRP$599.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile