Weston Backwoods X Haa Aani Alliance vs Weston Japow

How they compare

the Weston Backwoods X Haa Aani Alliance leans more freeride, while the Weston Japow leans more all mountain. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. The Weston Backwoods X Haa Aani Alliance has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Weston Japow uses other (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). The Weston Backwoods X Haa Aani Alliance is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the stiff range.