Never Summer Proto Ultra vs Ride Psychocandy

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Never Summer Proto Ultra leans more freestyle. The Never Summer Proto Ultra uses a twin shape while the Ride Psychocandy is directional. The Never Summer Proto Ultra 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 Ride Psychocandy uses flat_rocker (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel). The Never Summer Proto Ultra is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. The Never Summer Proto Ultra targets expert riders while the Ride Psychocandy is aimed at advanced riders.