Never Summer Proto Slinger 2024
The 2024 Never Summer Proto Slinger is the go-to fun freestyle board that is packed with tech so that it will perform all over the mountain. The asymmetrical shape smooths out turns for a natural feel, while the Shock Wave Rocker Camber gives you all the edge hold and pop you will need. The softer flex gives you some forgiveness in the park, while the Press Flex core helps you lock into presses and keep your butters legit.
Think of the Proto Slinger as the perfect board for the creative freestyle rider that wants to jib the entire mountain.
*Base colours may vary
Board Type: Freestyle
Camber: Shock Wave Rocker Camber
Shock Wave Rocker Camber features extended camber zones underfoot towards the tip and tail for explosive pop and solid stability, with smaller rocker areas that retain quick turn initiation and enhance floatation.
Flex: 4/10 Stiff (1=soft, 10=stiff)
Shape: Asymmetrical Twin
A true twin shape with an asymmetrical sidecut, this board will ride the same switch and regular, but has a designated toe and heel edge, which means you'll get more power and control in your turns without even noticing. Our bodies aren't the same front to back, so why should our snowboards be?
Core: NS Superlight Wood
A combination of durable and lightweight woods create an unmatched strength to weight ratio. The worlds best snowboard fibreglass gives Never Summer boards their superior strength, edge hold and durability. Damping along the edges, underfoot and at the tip and tail provide stability at high speeds, and absorb vibrations.
Bi-Lite Fibreglass
Lightweight and super strong, this fibreglass delivers incredible freestyle and freeride performance without sacrificing durability.
STS Pre-tensioned Fibreglass
Pre-hardened, pre-tensioned laminate that has elastomer stringers - which means that the board has top notch strength, edge hold and performance.
Carbon VXR Laminate Technology
Carbon 'V' shapes that extend out from your inserts to the edges of the board, adding torsional strength to the board and giving the board extra energy when loaded up to pop.
FDS Damping System
This damping system utilises thinner rubber foil for a lighter, snappier feel while still providing a smooth ride.
Elastomeric Underfoot Stabilisers
These stabilisers are placed directly below the mounting area to provide optimum vibration absorption and increase high speed stability while reducing foot fatigue.
Base: Durasurf Sintered 5501
Developed exclusively for Never Summers higher end boards, this base is super fast, super durable, and has added carbon to make it the fastest base in the range
Mounting Pattern: 2x4 Inserts
Extra Features:
Co-Extruded Polymer Topsheet - A tough topsheet that's durable, lightweight, and scratch and chip resistant.
Vario Power Grip Sidecut - The Vario Power Grip sidecut utilizes multiple edge contact points, allowing the board to track straight and not catch while still providing maximum edge hold.
Sintered P-Tex Sidewalls - Unlike conventional ABS sidewalls, sintered P-Tex sidewalls maintain their integrity in colder temperatures and won't crack.
Low Profile Nose and Tail - A lower profile in the tips and tail maximises snow contact for more powerful ollies and nollies and added landing stability. This also reduces the plowing effect in the nose, making you glide smoother and faster and float better in powder.
Harmonic Nose/Tail Dampers - Dampers in the tip and tail reduce vibrations and make this board incredibly smooth, stable, and confident at speed and in hard landings, without reducing the liveliness of the board.
Extended Transition Area - This board has extended flat sections at the contact points which improves turn initiation and powder floatation.
SIZE CHART
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Size (cm)
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Waist Width (mm)
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Effective Edge (cm)
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Sidecut - Toe/Heel (m)
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Nose/Tail Width (cm)
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Taper (mm)
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Recommended Rider Weight (kg) |
| 149 | 247 | 113 | Vario 735/657 | 29.2 | 0 | 54-80 |
| 153 | 250 | 117 | Vario 783/701 | 29.5 | 0 | 62-90 |
| 156 | 253 | 119 | Vario 818/736 | 29.8 | 0 | 68-100 |
| 154 Wide | 258 | 117 | Vario 786/703 | 30.3 | 0 | 65+ |
| 157 Wide | 262 | 120 | Vario 823/737 | 30.7 | 0 | 70+ |
| 160 Wide | 264 | 123 | Vario 863/772 | 30.9 | 0 | 75+ |
ESTIMATED REGULAR SHIPPING TIMES
Our regular shipping sends all of our packages with a courier and gives them Authority to leave (ATL) the item at your provided address. For this reason we recommend customers pick one of our '+ Signature' shipping methods, which will result in StarTrack obtaining a signature prior to delivering the item(s), in addition to parcel tracking which is offered with all delivery methods. Please note, if you select a delivery method without a signature, you accept all responsibility for the item once StarTrack has successfully completed the delivery. If you would like us to ship to a PO Box you must select EXPRESS SHIPPING. There are additional fees charged by the courier for deliveries to PO Boxes, which must be covered by the customer.
VIC: 2-5 Business Days
Melbourne: 1-2 Business Days
NSW: 2-7 Business Days
Sydney: 1-3 Business Days
ACT/Canberra: 2-4 Business Days
QLD: 3-14 Business Days
Brisbane: 3-4 Business Days
SA: 4-14 Business Days
Adelaide: 2-3 Business Days
WA: 7-14 Business Days
Perth: 3-14 Business Days
NT: 3-14 Business Days
TAS: 3-14 Business Days
ESTIMATED EXPRESS SHIPPING TIMES
If you need your gear right away make sure you use our express system. We are proud to be one of the few companies in Australia who can ship package in 1-3 days anywhere in Australia. The closer you are to an airport the quicker you will get your item and the majority ship next day.1-3 DAYS ANYWHERE IN AUSTRALIA!
ESTIMATED INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING TIMES
We now offer international shipping world wide. Most items take 1-2 weeks to be delivered but this is not guaranteed as some packages can get held up in customs. We also cannot guarantee any additional fees due to customs in your country. Please contact your country's import department to find out exactly what sort of fees you are looking at. In our experience the more your package costs the more likely it is to get held up. Please use our quote system available in the shopping cart to see what the shipping costs are.
MELBOURNE SNOWBOARD CENTRE RETURNS POLICY
We are confident in our products and our sales staff to make sure you end up with the best possible products. If you have any questions on products please give us a call or send us an email and we are happy to answer your questions so that you can make a more informed decision. Even with the best help you can sometimes end up with the wrong size so we are happy to process exchanges that result in a new product or store credit lasting up to 12 months and can be further extended by request. Please always contact us first before you send anything back.Gear must be sent back in the condition you received it and with the original box and/or packaging, including manufacturer tags where applicable.If you feel that your gear 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. Please include any photos of the problem so we can expedite the process. Find out more on our warranty page.
EXCHANGES
Sometimes you need to exchange a product for something else—it happens. Exchanges with Melbourne Snowboard Centre only require a few minutes on the phone or via an email.
To help expedite your exchange request, please provide as much detail as possible in your email. Include the order number, purchase date, product brand and description of the total order.Melbourne Snowboard Centre does not pay for shipping on exchanges and you will be asked to pay the shipping in both directions. Whenever possible we will try to give you the best rates possible and arrangements can be made to bundle your exchange into another order if you are planning on purchasing more products. If you spend an additional $50 we will ship your exchange for free.You have up to 30 days from the date of purchase to process an exchange but the value of the exchange is based on the current price of the item not the original price paid. Exchanges that take place after 30 days will be taken on a case by case basis. Please take the time to carefully package your returns.
It is the responsibility of the customer to pay costs related to the repair of returned items damaged in shipping due to improper packaging.To help expedite your exchange, please include a copy of your original invoice with a note describing what items you want to exchange for. If you no longer have a copy of your invoice please include your name, the order number, purchase date and any notes from conversations and emails with our staff.
RETURNS
We work as a local independently owned shop and do not offer basic ‘change of mind’ returns. If you have extenuating circumstances we can process a return with a 20% restocking and processing feeas well as the original price of shipping if the shipping was provided for free by us. As with exchanges we also ask you to pay the shipping for the return and it must be processed within 30 days of the original purchase. We encourage our customers to first consider exchanges because it will save them more money. If you still prefer a return please follow the same steps as you would for an exchange starting with calling us or sending us an email with your order number, purchase date, product brand and description of the total order. Return fees will not be processed if we have made a mistake in an order or you wish to process a successful warranty.
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ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Who are we? What do we stand for? Why should you care?
Melbourne Snowboard Centre was started in 1996 with the desire to bring the love of the mountains to the city of Melbourne. We have had a small shop that has grown a loyal following over the last few decades and in 2009 we moved into our current home which has allowed us to grow into one of Australia’s largest snowboard stores. In 2012 we started selling online and have continued to provide the same dedication and customer service via email and over the phone that we are known for in store.
Privately owned by Michael Chiminello who continues to spend 7 days a week on the shop floor (except when the Tigers make it to the finals, luckily this doesn’t happen often). We are dedicated to providing the best customer service, best product and best selection to all our customers many of which have been with us since the beginning.
Our staff have nearly all done seasons and most work their butts off during the Aussie winter to head to Canada, US, Europe and Japan during the summer. We are all completely dedicated to snowboarding and whenever we do make it up to the snow we are usually testing out different brands and new products.
During the summer we are lucky enough to not have to rely on another industry to keep us going and can focus on 100% snowboarding all year round. We run an annual trip to Japan taking over 70 of our loyal customers with us to explore some of the best snow in the world.
Whether you live in Melbourne and the surrounding area or anywhere in Australia we are always happy to help our customers find the perfect product that will best suit their ability and style.
It is not uncommon for our customers to drive up to 3 hours to visit us and find our giant range of products which include all the best brands and styles in the snowboard industry. We try and partner up with brands through out the season to support giveaways and have a few sausage sizzles on any sunny weekends.