Nidecker Ora vs Nidecker The Smoke

How they compare

the Nidecker Ora leans more all mountain, while the Nidecker The Smoke leans more powder. The Nidecker Ora uses a twin shape while the Nidecker The Smoke is directional. The Nidecker Ora has a other profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the Nidecker The Smoke uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). The Nidecker The Smoke is noticeably stiffer at 9/10 versus the Nidecker Ora's 5/10, suiting more aggressive riding.