Nidecker Merc vs Nidecker Smoke
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the Nidecker Smoke leans more powder. The Nidecker Merc uses a directional twin shape while the Nidecker Smoke is directional. 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 Merc's 3/10, suiting more aggressive riding. At $469.95 vs $699.95 MSRP, the Nidecker Merc is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Nidecker Merc
7
Nidecker Smoke
7
Powder
Nidecker Merc
5
Nidecker Smoke
6
Freestyle
Nidecker Merc
5
Nidecker Smoke
4
Freeride
Nidecker Merc
6
Nidecker Smoke
7
Stiffness
Nidecker Merc
3
Nidecker Smoke
7
Versatility
Nidecker Merc
7
Nidecker Smoke
7
Nidecker Merc
Nidecker Smoke
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainAll Mountain, Powder
ShapeDirectional Twin
ShapeDirectional
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
Flex3/10
Flex7/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
StanceN/A
StanceN/A
MSRP$469.95
MSRP$699.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
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Not available for this model
Camber Profile