Never Summer Proto Slinger vs Rome Mechanic

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Never Summer Proto Slinger leans more freestyle. They share a twin shape — same shape at nose and tail; rides switch naturally. Common for park and freestyle. The Never Summer Proto Slinger has a hybrid (camber/rocker) profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the Rome Mechanic uses flat_rocker (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel). The Rome Mechanic is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. The Never Summer Proto Slinger targets advanced riders while the Rome Mechanic is aimed at intermediate riders.