Nidecker APX vs Nidecker Smoke

How they compare

Both target all mountain and powder terrain, while the Nidecker APX leans more freestyle. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. Both feature hybrid (camber/rocker) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Nidecker Smoke is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the stiff range. At $629.95 vs $699.95 MSRP, the Nidecker APX is the more budget-friendly option.