Lib Tech Mayhem Rad Ripper vs Lib Tech T. Rice Apex Orca

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Lib Tech Mayhem Rad Ripper leans more freestyle, while the Lib Tech T. Rice Apex Orca leans more freeride/powder. The Lib Tech Mayhem Rad Ripper uses a twin shape while the Lib Tech T. Rice Apex Orca is directional. The Lib Tech Mayhem Rad Ripper has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Lib Tech T. Rice Apex Orca uses hybrid (camber/rocker) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). The Lib Tech T. Rice Apex Orca is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.