Determines if you should look for new gear or high-quality used vintage boards. 2011 Forum Manual Snowboard Review - The-House
Forum Manual is a legendary entry-level . Known for its soft, buttery flex ( rated 3 out of 10 ) and twin-tip shape, it was specifically designed for urban street sessions and park laps. A key feature of the board is its long effective edge, which allows riders to downsize by 3–5 cm from their typical board length for better maneuverability without sacrificing stability. Performance Summary Forum Manual Snowboard Reviews
“I had this board and I still do... it is still in pretty good condition and I plan to keep it because it is so sick and it is a great ride and smooth on the jibs!!!!” Crazy SnowBoarder · 10 years ago Determines if you should look for new gear
Features a "FreeBase" and full poplar wood core ("GNAR Core"), which reviewers praise for being hard-wearing even when abused in street settings. User Insights A key feature of the board is its
Helping choose between a dedicated rail/jib board or something for bigger jumps.
Later models (roughly 2011–2013) feature the "ChillyDog with Pop" profile—a continuous rocker for forgiveness, with "pop zones" outside the feet to add snap for ollies.