Arbor Padre vs Arbor Rain

How they compare

Both target backcountry and all mountain terrain, while the Arbor Rain leans more freestyle. The Arbor Padre uses a directional shape while the Arbor Rain is directional twin. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Arbor Rain is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the stiff range. At $579.95 vs $599.95 MSRP, the Arbor Padre is the more budget-friendly option.