Niche Aether vs Niche Crux

How they compare

Both boards are designed for freestyle riding. The Niche Aether uses a twin shape while the Niche Crux is directional. The Niche Aether has a other profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the Niche Crux uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). The Niche Aether is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.