Nidecker Blade vs Nidecker Play

How they compare

the Nidecker Blade leans more freeride, while the Nidecker Play leans more all mountain. The Nidecker Blade uses a directional twin shape while the Nidecker Play is twin. The Nidecker Blade has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Nidecker Play uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The Nidecker Blade is noticeably stiffer at 7/10 versus the Nidecker Play's 4/10, suiting more aggressive riding.