Burton After School Special vs Burton Custom Flying V
Snowboards comparison — 2023-2024 season
How they compare
Both boards are designed for all mountain riding. The Burton After School Special uses a twin shape while the Burton Custom Flying V is directional. The Burton After School Special has a flat profile (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail), while the Burton Custom Flying V uses rocker (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel). The Burton Custom Flying V is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the soft range.
Ratings
Piste
Burton After School Special
7
Burton Custom Flying V
6
Powder
Burton After School Special
5
Burton Custom Flying V
7
Freestyle
Burton After School Special
6
Burton Custom Flying V
5
Freeride
Burton After School Special
5
Burton Custom Flying V
7
Stiffness
Burton After School Special
2
Burton Custom Flying V
4
Versatility
Burton After School Special
8
Burton Custom Flying V
7
Burton After School Special
Burton Custom Flying V
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeTwin
ShapeDirectional
CamberFlat
CamberRocker
Flex2/10
Flex4/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceKids
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Burton Custom Flying V
The catch-free Custom. Used Flying Vs are common and often priced like a camber Custom — they are not the same ride. Confirm the listing is Flying V, not Custom or Custom X Flying V, and inspect the base for edge blowouts.