Korua Shapes - Transition Finder
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KORUA was born from a group of friends, who happened to be traveling snowboard nerds in our 30’s. On a trip to Japan in 2012 they witnessed the country's thriving snow-surf culture and their specifically “built for deep powder” boards. This spoke to their r individual riding styles and interests. So when the opportunity arose to start their own brand, it was clear that the focus would lie on making boards that were easy-to-ride in their home mountains — the Alps, and that would turn exceptionally well. At the core of every KORUA board, is a sidecut that allows you to carve like no others on hard groomers, and a shape that lets you float through powder with ease. They truly are great all-round snowboards.
Transition Finder
Airtime, Soulturns & Trenches
The overhauled Transition Finder has slightly less taper than the original, and is now more than ever a true transition-magnet. It’s the ultimate melting-pot of freeride, freestyle, and carving. It complements a surf-inspired riding style and allows you to ride creatively all over the mountain. It’s a solid all-rounder and very adaptable for all types of riding, terrain, and conditions – from resort groomers and powder fields all the way to parks and pipes.
Personality
The Details
The Transition Finder features our FLOAT CAMBER, which curves into a rocker shape in the nose. This profile provides excellent float in deep powder while maintaining speed throughout the turn. The camber under-foot offers extra pop for air-time and great stability for carving on-piste, while the early rise in the nose allows for an easy initiation of turns.
Specifications
Length (cm) | 150 | 154 | 157 | 160 |
Effective Edge (mm) *A* | 1130 | 1170 | 1200 | 1220 |
Running Length (mm) | 960 | 1000 | 1020 | 1040 |
Nose Width (mm) *B* | 294 | 306 | 316 | 327 |
Waist Width (mm) *C* | 252 | 260 | 268 | 278 |
Tail Width (mm) *D* | 278 | 288 | 298 | 309 |
Avg. Sidecut Radius (m) | 8,1 | 8,1 | 8,2 | 8,2 |
Setback (mm) | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Taper (mm) | 16 |
18 |
18 |
18 |
Recommended Stance (cm) | 54 | 55 | 56 | 56 |
Adjust. Stance Range (cm) | 50-58 | 51-59 | 52-60 | 52-60 |
Board Weight (kg) | 2,8 | 3 | 3,1 | 3,2 |
Switch Riding | No Problem | No Problem | No Problem | No Problem |
Construction
Biaxial fiberglass, UV laquer topsheet, poplar light wood core and a PTEX 3000 base is the tried-and-tested combination of our durable materials we use to enable that perfect turn.
Sizing
This chart shows the range in what each size can handle. It is never our intention to categorize riders and their preferences. Our philosophy of snowboarding is to try new shapes, lengths, widths, and to keep an open mind for alternative riding experiences; however, we do have some limits to consider so that your board will work as it was designed to.
Your weight plays a major role in how the board will flex, and your shoe size will affect toe and heel drag when turning. The below size chart is for reference only, as our recommendations may vary depending on your stance and riding ability.
Transition Finder
Size (cm) | Max Boot Size (EU) | Max Boot Sole Length (cm) | Rider Weight Range (kg) | Max Rider Height (cm) |
150 | 41 | 30.1 cm | 40 - 75 kg | 175 cm |
154 | 44 | 30.4 cm | 50 - 80 kg | 180 cm |
157 | 46 | 31.4 cm | 60 - 90 kg | 190 cm |
160 | 49 | 32.3 cm | 70 - 95 kg+ | 195 cm |
RIDER REFERENCES
Aari Howarth – Transition Finder 154
Height & Weight: 170cm, 65kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 43 / US 9, goofy, +18 / 0 angles on the daily driver. occasionally +21 /+3, width 51cm
Tucker Adams – Transition Finder 154
Height & Weight: 177cm, 65kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 39 / US 9, +15 / +3 or more, 50ish centimeters
Bindings: Union Force / Karakoram Connect
Spencer O’Brien – Transition Finder 157
Height & Weight: 170cm, 72kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 40 / US 9 women’s, regular, +12 / -9 (-3 or 6 if pow board), width 21.5 inches / 54cm
Bindings: Union Team / Union Expedition
Aaron Schwartz – Transition Finder 157
Height & Weight: 180cm, 72kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 42 / US 9, goofy, +24 / +12, width 48cm
Bindings: Burton Cartel,Spark
Gabriele “Gweli” Torriani – Transition Finder 157
Height & Weight: 184cm, 71kg
Boot size & Stance: EU 44 / US 10.5, goofy +15 / +3
Bindings: Ride LTD , Spark Surge