Rome Artifact vs Rome Stale Fish

How they compare

the Rome Artifact leans more freestyle, while the Rome Stale Fish leans more all mountain/powder. The Rome Artifact uses a twin shape while the Rome Stale Fish is directional. The Rome Artifact has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Rome Stale Fish uses hybrid (rocker/camber) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). The Rome Stale Fish is noticeably stiffer at 7/10 versus the Rome Artifact's 4/10, suiting more aggressive riding. At $499.95 vs $629.95 MSRP, the Rome Artifact is the more budget-friendly option.