Burton Cartographer vs Burton Family Tree Smooth Operator

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Burton Cartographer leans more freeride, while the Burton Family Tree Smooth Operator leans more powder. The Burton Cartographer uses a directional twin shape while the Burton Family Tree Smooth Operator is directional. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Burton Cartographer is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.