- ▼Product Description
The Lib Tech T.Rice Golden Orca is a high-performance directional all-mountain snowboard built for advanced to expert riders who demand elite-level capability across powder, groomed runs, and freestyle terrain alike — the Natural Selection-winning Orca DNA reimagined with freestyle evolution at its core. Hybrid Directional C2X Rocker/Camber contour delivers aggressive edge hold on hardpack carves while the lengthened rocker nose surfs effortlessly through powder, and Magne-Traction serrated edge technology bites into variable snow and crud where conventional edges lose grip. The extended Firepower Hemlock Construction core — blending 60% sustainably harvested Makah Hemlock with 40% Paulownia — pairs with Tri-AX/Carbon X glass to produce explosive pop and precise response, while the newly engineered switch-friendly power kink tail rides short and snappy on hardpack yet floats cleanly through switch freestyle takeoffs and landings. For the 2027 season, the Golden Orca stands apart as the rare board that bridges a 10/10 powder rating with a volume-shifted shape — ride it 1–3 cm shorter than your normal board to unlock a surfy, powerful ride without sacrificing edge control or air time.
- ◄Features
- Hybrid Directional C2X profile — lengthened camber zones deliver locked-in edge control on groomed runs and hardpack while shortened rocker between the feet keeps the nose and tail surfing through powder and soft snow
- Magne-Traction serrated steak knife edge technology with 7 strategically placed edge serrations bites into hard pack, ice, and variable crud where a straight edge would slip
- Firepower Hemlock Construction with extended 60% Makah Hemlock / 40% Paulownia core produces a lively, powerful flex with efficient pop off side hits and natural terrain features
- Tri-AX / Carbon X fibreglass laminate adds torsional stiffness and snap for precise high-speed carving and explosive ollie response without adding unnecessary weight
- Switch-friendly power kink tail is engineered to feel short and poppy on groomed runs while absorbing and floating through switch freestyle landings and deep powder turns
- Flex rating 8 with All Mountain 9 / Powder 10 / Park 5 terrain ratings — a stiff, confidence-inspiring ride that excels off-piste and in the backcountry but still handles side hits and natural jumps
- Volume-shifted directional shape — ride this board 1–3 cm shorter than your normal board length for a surfy, manoeuvrable feel without losing float or power
- Ocean Bound PBT recycled top sheet and sustainably harvested Makah Hemlock wood core reflect Lib Tech's commitment to reducing environmental impact across the board's construction
- ◄About Lib Tech
Lib Tech is a crafter of snowboards. They love what they do and they do it well, with each and every Lib Tech snowboard designed, made and finalised in the brand’s home – the USA. Lib Tech loves to build and create at their birth place to ensure that every board they put out is as perfect as their very first. This brand is seriously passionate about the products they make and the people they make them for.
The brand was founded by a collective of snowboarders and sport enthusiasts that dreamt of creating the perfect snowboard in the best way possible. Since their formation in 1989, Lib Tech snowboards have been totally committed to creating amazing pieces in a safe, efficient and eco-friendly way. They use unique materials that have been repurposed and recycled to build their artistic, performance driven Lib Tech snowboards that will thrill every type of boarder out there.- ◄Shipping & Returns
Australian shipping:
We offer Free Standard Shipping Australia Wide for all orders over $99. We will use the most efficient shipping method available to your area with most items being shipped within 48 hours.
Please note, we no longer accept shipments to Parcel Lockers unless paid for using PayPal, Zip Pay, or Bank Deposit.
Standard Shipping: ETA (from date of shipment) Metro areas
2-3 business days
Regional areas
3-5 business days
Bulky Items
Up to 7 business days
Express Shipping*: ETA (from date of shipment) Metro areas
1-2 business days
Regional areas
2-3 business days
New Zealand Shipping:
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New Zealand orders will carry a $25 shipping charge per item.
- We cannot ship bulky items, hardware, Burton, Anon, or POC products. We apologise for any inconvenience.
- Customers are responsible for VAT.
- Estimate delivery 7-14 business days.
Returns Policy:
- Online purchases can be returned for refund or exchange within 30 days from the original purchase date.
- In-store purchases can be returned for exchange or store credit within 14 days from the original purchase date.
- Items must be presented in their original, unworn, unused, re-sellable condition with product tags attached.
- Products sealed for hygiene reasons (e.g. swimwear, underwear, watches, and jewellery) must have seals intact.
- Proof of purchase is required
- Drill-mounted skis purchased in store or online are not accepted for refund/return.
- The return shipping costs are not covered by us, unless there was a shipment error.
See here for Full Terms and Conditions.
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