The 2026 CAPiTA Dark Horse is the newest board in the freestyle category of CAPiTA snowboards and is exactly what you want when you are looking for a park board that can handle any feature in its way. The camber profile and mid still flex is responsive enough when taking off and landing jumps and locks into rails and boxes with ease. The mid flexing Dual core construction allows you to press and butter around without having to work too hard making the Dark Horse an energetic and lightweight board perfect for anyone looking to up their freestyle game.
* Board graphics are size dependent and cannot be swapped between sizes. *
Board Type: Freestyle
Freestyle snowboards are built for park riders and those who love performing tricks on jumps, rails, and side hits.
Flex: 6/10 (1=soft, 10=stiff)
Offering a balanced blend of flexibility and stiffness, mid-flex boards are versatile and suitable for all-mountain riding. They provide enough responsiveness for carving while maintaining some forgiveness for playful or casual riding.
Ability Level: Intermediate
Intermediate snowboards offer more responsiveness and stability at higher speeds, with a slightly stiffer flex for better control on varied terrain and more advanced manoeuvres.
Shape: Twin
A twin-shaped snowboard is symmetrical with an identical tip and tail, designed for equal performance riding forward or switch. It’s perfect for freestyle tricks, spins, and jumps, offering balance, stability, and control in both directions.
Camber Type: Park V1
CAPiTA's Park V1 profile transitions from traditional camber to zero camber 4cm before the end of the sidecut. These zero-camber sections enhance control while maintaining the responsiveness and power of a classic cambered board.
Sidecut: Radial
CAPiTA's Radial sidecut uses a single-radius design, enabling the board to initiate and complete a turn along the same arc.
Width: Standard, Wide
Standard width boards deliver exceptional edge-to-edge quickness and responsiveness while providing enough platform space for riders with average boot sizes.
Wide boards are for those with large boot sizes and provide extra flotation, reduced drag, and never feel clunky or cumbersome underfoot.
Inserts: 2x4 Inserts
These offer a tighter hole pattern, allowing for more precise stance adjustments.
Board Construction
Topsheet: Pearlescent Screen and Gloss/Matte Print
CAPiTA creates their incredibly detailed and vibrant topsheet designs using a combination of digital and hand screen printing methods. Their PAM16000 Printing technology utilises 16,000 individual inkjet nozzles to produce flawless digital graphics with solventless, water-based UV ink—delivering exceptional accuracy, quality, and speed. Additionally, every CAPiTA topsheet includes a portion that is silkscreened through a hand screen printing process, adding unique texture and depth to the final design.
Laminate: Special Blend Fiberglass with Magic Bean Resin and 2x30mm Carbon Aramid Boosters
This construction incorporates an ideal blend of bi-axial fiberglass above and below the core, measured for optimal performance, and is laminated with structural additives to fine-tune ride characteristics creating an easy to ride board that offers high degrees of forgiveness.
The Magic Bean resin system, developed over three years, is plant-based with high bio-content, zero waste, and no greenhouse emissions. It requires low production temperatures while delivering high yield, strength, and durability. Its enhanced rigidity allows for a thinner wood core, reducing weight while increasing energy return for a lighter, more responsive board.
Carbon fiber is known for its strength, lightness, and heat resistance. CAPiTA customises its properties, amount, and location in the board to boost power and responsiveness while maintaining an ultra-lightweight design. Carbon Aramid is a combination of carbon and aramid to offer all the properties of carbon with the high tensile strength and impact resistance of Aramid.
Core: Dual Core
CAPiTA's Dual Core is a lightweight, responsive Poplar core paired with Beech for enhanced power and durability.
Base: Superdrive Base - Screen Print
The Superdrive base combines the best of both sintered and extruded materials, offering a balance of durability, speed, and low maintenance. Built under higher pressure and temperature, it’s tougher than traditional extruded bases, making it ideal for park laps, all-mountain riding, and everyday shredding.
| Size (cm) | Effective Edge | Sidecut (m) | Nose/Tail Width | Waist Width | Ref Stance | Setback | Weight (kg) |
| 148 | 1150 | 7.7 | 290 | 248 | 508 | 0 | 40-63 |
| 150 | 1170 | 7.8 | 293 | 250 | 533 | 0 | 45-68 |
| 152 | 1185 | 7.9 | 295 | 252 | 533 | 0 | 49-72 |
| 154 | 1188 | 8.0 | 297 | 253 | 533 | 0 | 54-81 |
| 156 | 1220 | 8.1 | 299 | 255 | 559 | 0 | 59-86 |
| 158 | 1245 | 8.3 | 302 | 258 | 559 | 0 | 63-90 |
| 154 Wide | 1200 | 8.0 | 301 | 258 | 533 | 0 | 54-81 |
| 156 Wide | 1220 | 8.1 | 304 | 260 | 559 | 0 | 59-86 |
| 158 Wide | 1230 | 8.3 | 308 | 264 | 559 | 0 | 63-90 |
| 160 Wide | 1250 | 8.5 | 312 | 268 | 584 | 0 | 68-95 |
All measurements in millimetres otherwise specified
We are confident in our products and our sales staff to make sure that you get the best help and the gear that is most suitable for your adventures.
We are a local, independently owned store and do not offer ‘change of mind’ refunds for returned items (this includes incorrect sizing), however we're happy to offer you a store credit or exchange subject to the following conditions:
Store credits, lasting up to 3 years, will be issued for the amount paid at time of purchase for the particular item being returned. They are issued via email in which you'll receive a 16 digit code that you can use at checkout online or in store.
Unfortunately stock levels vary and we are not able to stock all products in all sizes, which may result in your desired exchange product or size not being available. In the event that your desired exchange product is not in stock, a store credit will be issued.
Should you not want a credit or exchange, in extenuating circumstances Melbourne Snowboard Centre may issue a refund minus a 20% restocking fee.
If your return is time sensitive, our regular returns policy applies and no refunds will be given if you purchase new items prior to returning original items.
Making a return is easy. Please follow the steps below to make the process quick and easy for everyone.
Please note:
We require all items be returned in their original, sellable condition. All returns must meet the below criteria:
When returning, please ensure you take care to protect the item and its original packaging. Damaged packaging or damaged products may result in a reduction in your credit, or a refusal of your return. Refused returns incur a minimum $10 return shipping fee (more for bulky items).
An example of how your boxed return should be packed:
An example of how your boxed return should NOT be packed:
If you have received a faulty product or you feel the product you have been using is eligible for a warranty evaluation by the manufacturer due to defect in its materials or workmanship, contact us and we can walk you through the appropriate steps to lodge a warranty claim. Please include photos of the item and issue so we can expedite the process. Find out more on our warranty page.
If you have received a damaged product (eg. damaged in transit), please send photos and a description of the damage within 7 days of receipt to web@melbournesnowboard.com.au, along with your order number and contact details. Damaged product claims do not apply after the item has been used.
Our packages are discounted to help you get on snow at a reasonable price. Due to this, if you get the wrong size we are happy to offer an exchange in size of the same product, but we do not accept returns for individual package items. If you would like to return one or more items in a package but not all items, you must return the entire package and re-purchase the remaining item at its advertised price.
If you've bought a package online and would like to return one or more items but not all items, please email web@melbournesnowboard.com.au prior to return.
