How Hailey Langland Re-Engineered Nitro's Alternator
The world of big-mountain and all-terrain snowboarding has a new definition of power, and it comes in the form of the Nitro Alternator x Hailey. Co-developed and ridden by Olympic medalist and backcountry powerhouse Hailey Langland, this directional deck is more than just a pro model—it's a high-performance machine engineered for the most challenging natural terrain on the planet.
Langland’s deep dive into freeriding, especially through her participation in the renowned Natural Selection Tour (NST), directly influenced the Alternator's design. The NST requires a board that can excel in dynamic, unpredictable, and technically demanding venues—from steep spine walls to massive drops and tight tree lines. The Alternator x Hailey is the answer to those demands.
Built for Speed, Stability, and Explosive Pop
The core philosophy behind the Alternator x Hailey is simple: provide the advanced rider with unmatched confidence when riding fast and sending big. Its directional shape and stiff 7/10 flex rating ensure the board charges straight through variable snow conditions without chatter, while the defined nose aids in flotation on deep powder days.
Crucially, the board uses Trüe Camber, which means a full, continuous arc from contact point to contact point. This profile is the gold standard for high-speed stability and delivering the maximum amount of explosive pop. When combined with internal features like the ultra-light Powerlite Core and Carbon Tape stringers, the energy transfer from the rider's input is immediate and powerful, giving it the signature "snap" needed for freestyle maneuvers off backcountry features.
The Natural Selection Blueprint
The Natural Selection Tour is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible on natural terrain, blending freestyle creativity with big-mountain execution. This environment requires a versatile ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) board, and the Alternator delivers this through a balanced sidecut that offers both precision control and powerful carving ability. It is designed to navigate tight spots and then immediately transition into wide, committed arcs—skills essential for competing against the world's best on complex courses.
With the Alternator x Hailey, Nitro is not just expanding its line; it’s making a statement that the highest level of performance freeriding is accessible to all riders who want to step up their game and challenge themselves against the mountain. This board is for the advanced rider ready to trade up for a responsive, fast, and durable weapon built for every condition the mountain throws at them.
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