If you are a fan of history, or new shit, this board is for you. Its performance is on display in the new Rome movie, Swarm, but for those that haven’t watched it, we put it through the paces this past winter in Michigan and it was a star. Huge thanks to Simon Berghoef and the locals up at Cannonsburg for testing these out for the masses. Midflex, lots of pop, tons of tech… all for a solid ride through the park. It can get out on the mountain as well, but it definitely has a home in the area that you need to check yourself before you wreck yourself. An easy choice for this year’s “best of” Platinum Pick list.

ROME Artifact—$499.95

147, 150, 153, 156, 159, 154W, 157W
“Loved this year’s graphic and it felt amazing to ride. The nose and tail have a double kick lift to them. It’s flexible enough to get into good presses, but also not too flexible to wash out on bigger jumps. The bamboo inserts really make a difference with the pop as well.” – Lucas Rocafort