Never Summer Proto Ultra vs Rome Mechanic

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Never Summer Proto Ultra 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 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 Rome Mechanic 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 Rome Mechanic is aimed at intermediate riders.