Burton Process vs Burton Ripcord
Snowboards comparison — 2025-2026 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Burton Process leans more freestyle. The Burton Process uses a directional twin shape while the Burton Ripcord is directional. The Burton Process 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). Both are rated 3/10 flex (soft). The Burton Process targets advanced riders while the Burton Ripcord is aimed at intermediate riders.
Ratings
Piste
Burton Process
7
Burton Ripcord
7
Powder
Burton Process
5
Burton Ripcord
6
Freestyle
Burton Process
5
Burton Ripcord
4
Freeride
Burton Process
6
Burton Ripcord
7
Stiffness
Burton Process
3
Burton Ripcord
3
Versatility
Burton Process
7
Burton Ripcord
7
Burton Process
Burton Ripcord
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freestyle
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeDirectional Twin
ShapeDirectional
CamberHybrid (Rocker/Camber)
CamberFlat
Flex3/10
Flex3/10
Riding LevelAdvanced
Riding LevelIntermediate
Stance
Stance
MSRP$549.95
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
157W — 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 Process
Burton’s softer, more playful sibling to the Custom. Used supply is steady; watch for park rash and blown edges. Process Flying V is a different board — more forgiving, less precise on hardpack.