The Academy Recruit snowboard was created for the intermediate and advanced freestylers who make jibbing a priority. Key Features of the Academy Recruit 159cm Snowbooard: 360 Super Cap-Constructed Twin That Is Designed For The Parks, Jibs, And Rails Lightweight Canadian Aspen Wood Core With Poplar Stringers Through The Inserts For Maximum Strength Full Tip To Tail Wood Core Is Wrapped In A Tri-Axial Stitch Fiberglass Medium Flex Pattern With A Softer Nose Makes It Butterific Isocap 5000 Topsheet With A Scratch Resistant UV Coat Sintered 2000 Base With Die-cut Logos Very Durable And Can Take A Beating Without Breaking Your Bank