Burton Custom Flying V vs Burton Ripcord
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Burton Custom Flying V leans more freestyle/powder. The Burton Custom Flying V uses a twin shape while the Burton Ripcord is directional. The Burton Custom Flying V has a hybrid (rocker/camber) profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the Burton Ripcord uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The Burton Custom Flying V targets expert riders while the Burton Ripcord is aimed at intermediate riders.
Ratings
Piste
Burton Custom Flying V
7
Burton Ripcord
7
Powder
Burton Custom Flying V
5
Burton Ripcord
6
Freestyle
Burton Custom Flying V
6
Burton Ripcord
4
Freeride
Burton Custom Flying V
5
Burton Ripcord
7
Stiffness
Burton Custom Flying VN/A
Burton Ripcord
3
Versatility
Burton Custom Flying V
8
Burton Ripcord
7
Burton Custom Flying V
Burton Ripcord
Core Specs
TerrainFreestyle, All Mountain, Powder
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeTwin
ShapeDirectional
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberFlat
FlexN/A
Flex3/10
Riding LevelExpert
Riding LevelIntermediate
Stance
Stance
MSRP$679.95
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
158W — dimensions in mm
157 — dimensions in mm
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.