Nidecker Plus vs Nidecker Smoke

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. The Nidecker Plus has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Nidecker Smoke uses hybrid (camber/rocker) (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 $549.95 vs $699.95 MSRP, the Nidecker Plus is the more budget-friendly option.