Never Summer Proto Type 3 vs Nitro Squash

How they compare

Both target all mountain and freeride terrain, while the Never Summer Proto Type 3 leans more freestyle. The Never Summer Proto Type 3 uses a twin shape while the Nitro Squash is directional. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Nitro Squash is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.