Nitro Beast vs Nitro Ripper X Volcom

How they compare

the Nitro Beast leans more freestyle, while the Nitro Ripper X Volcom leans more all mountain. They share a twin shape — same shape at nose and tail; rides switch naturally. Common for park and freestyle. The Nitro Beast has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Nitro Ripper X Volcom uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The Nitro Beast is noticeably stiffer at 8/10 versus the Nitro Ripper X Volcom's 1/10, suiting more aggressive riding.