Burton Custom Flying V vs Never Summer Proto Type 3
Snowboards comparison — 2025-2026 season
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How they compare
Both target all mountain and freeride terrain, while the Never Summer Proto Type 3 leans more freestyle. The Burton Custom Flying V uses a directional twin shape while the Never Summer Proto Type 3 is twin. The Burton Custom Flying V has a roc_cam_roc_cam_roc profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the Never Summer Proto Type 3 uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). Both are rated 5/10 flex (medium).
Ratings
Piste
Burton Custom Flying V
7
Never Summer Proto Type 3
8
Powder
Burton Custom Flying V
5
Never Summer Proto Type 3
5
Freestyle
Burton Custom Flying V
5
Never Summer Proto Type 3
6
Freeride
Burton Custom Flying V
6
Never Summer Proto Type 3
5
Stiffness
Burton Custom Flying V
5
Never Summer Proto Type 3
5
Versatility
Burton Custom Flying V
7
Never Summer Proto Type 3
8
Burton Custom Flying V
Never Summer Proto Type 3
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride
TerrainAll Mountain, Freestyle, Freeride
ShapeDirectional Twin
ShapeTwin
Camberroc cam roc cam roc
CamberCamber
Flex5/10
Flex5/10
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelAdvanced
Stance
Stance
MSRP$669.95
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
158 — dimensions in mm
158X — dimensions in mm
Camber Profile