Niche Crux vs Niche Pyre
Snowboards comparison — 2022-2023 season
Compare two models
How they compare
the Niche Crux leans more all mountain, while the Niche Pyre leans more powder. The Niche Crux uses a twin shape while the Niche Pyre is directional. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Niche Pyre is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.
Ratings
Piste
Niche Crux
8
Niche Pyre
4
Powder
Niche Crux
5
Niche Pyre
10
Freestyle
Niche Crux
6
Niche Pyre
1
Freeride
Niche Crux
5
Niche Pyre
8
Stiffness
Niche Crux
5
Niche Pyre
7
Versatility
Niche Crux
8
Niche Pyre
5
Niche Crux
Niche Pyre
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainPowder
ShapeTwin
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex5/10
Flex7/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile