Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top vs Burton Hideaway Flat Top

How they compare

the Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top leans more powder, while the Burton Hideaway Flat Top leans more freestyle. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. The Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top has a rocker profile (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel), while the Burton Hideaway Flat Top uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail).