SALOMON HIGHPATH

Tech Specs

Price: $699.95

Size Options: 146, 150, 153, 156, 159, 159W, 162W, 165W

Flex: Medium/Stiff

Profile: Rocker Out Camber

Shape: Tapered Directional

Sizing: Rides true to size

Performance Review

First Impression. The Highpath is a serious deck that demands respect. It’s medium stiff so it’s a board that rewards a rider who tells it what to do.

Edge Hold. Stability is top notch. Thanks to its stiff tip-to-tail profile, it holds a line really well and tracks straight and holds its arc with confidence.

Edge Transition. Despite its longitudinal stiffness, it features a medium torsional flex. This makes the board much easier to maneuver than you would expect for such a burly deck, allowing for relatively effortless pivots and edge-to-edge shifts.

Drive // Pop. The Highpath has plenty of energy, provided you have the legs to load it up. It releases effortlessly off the lips of jumps and out of the pipe, offering a stable and locked-in sensation on landings.

Nimbleness & Predictability. The board is surprisingly maneuverable for its stiffness. Switch riding is consistent and predictable, again thanks to that medium torsional flex. 

Stability at Speed. The Highpath is comfortable at any speed. Its stiff tip-to-tail flex keeps it tracking straight on pipe walls and through big mountain lines. It prefers to be ridden with an aggressive, hard-charging style to stay strong on variable terrain.

Fun Factor. For an advanced rider looking to charge, it’s super fun! It’s a powerful, stable deck that rewards a strong, technical pilot.

The Deep Dive

Overall Impression The Highpath’s new shape and firmer flex have turned it into a high-octane machine that begs to be ridden hard. It’s a stable board that excels in the pipe and on jumps, provided the rider is willing to give it the input it requires.

Who is this board for? Advanced to expert riders who want a dependable board they can charge on. It is ideal for those who prefer stability and power over a loose, playful feel.