Never Summer Proto Slinger vs Nidecker Merc

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Never Summer Proto Slinger leans more freestyle. The Never Summer Proto Slinger uses a twin shape while the Nidecker Merc is directional twin. Both feature hybrid (camber/rocker) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Nidecker Merc is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. The Never Summer Proto Slinger targets advanced riders while the Nidecker Merc is aimed at intermediate riders.