Nidecker Escape vs Nidecker Smoke
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both boards are designed for all mountain and powder riding. 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 noticeably stiffer at 7/10 versus the Nidecker Escape's 3/10, suiting more aggressive riding. At $499.95 vs $699.95 MSRP, the Nidecker Escape is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Nidecker Escape
7
Nidecker Smoke
7
Powder
Nidecker Escape
6
Nidecker Smoke
6
Freestyle
Nidecker Escape
4
Nidecker Smoke
4
Freeride
Nidecker Escape
7
Nidecker Smoke
7
Stiffness
Nidecker Escape
3
Nidecker Smoke
7
Versatility
Nidecker Escape
7
Nidecker Smoke
7
Nidecker Escape
Nidecker Smoke
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Powder
TerrainAll Mountain, Powder
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
Flex3/10
Flex7/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
StanceN/A
StanceN/A
MSRP$499.95
MSRP$699.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Nidecker Escape
Nidecker’s all-mountain Escape. Used supply is thinner than the Play or Sensor. Escape Plus and split listings are different buys; inspect the base and edges, and do not pay Escape money for a Play.