Northwave Drake · Men’s · 26/27
Squad
Directional twin · Hybrid camber · Flex 5
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Common questions
Borderline fitters153 cm: waist 248 mm, stance 490-570 mm. 156 cm: waist 252 mm. 159 cm: waist 256 mm. 156 and 159 have a 510-590 mm stance range. Drake does not publish a rider-weight range for its boards, so choose by your weight, height and riding style: shorter is easier to turn and press, longer adds stability and float.
The 160W is the Squad Wide: waist 268 mm (vs 256 mm on the 159), effective edge 1226 mm and stance range 510-590 mm. Wide sizes are generally chosen by riders with bigger boots, to reduce toe and heel drag.
Riders growing their skills in park and on piste. It is a forgiving 5/10 flex with easy turn initiation and stability. Micro camber, directional twin shape, 20 inserts with a 20 mm setback. Drake's ratings: all mountain 8/10, powder 8/10, freestyle 7/10.
Returns and exchanges are accepted within 14 days of delivery (14 days from purchase for in-store purchases). Items must be unused and new, in the original packaging with all tags and accessories. Items discounted more than 39% are final sale unless there is a quality issue. Start a return through our online returns portal, or bring the item and your order details to any of our stores.
About
Squad
For riders who want progression with confidence. This forgiving twin offers a smooth flex, easy turn initiation and stability that helps you improve faster—perfect if you’re growing your skills in park and piste and want a board that supports you, not punishes mistakes.
Features
- Micro camber: a combination of camber and rocker for stability and manoeuvrability on all terrain.
- Sintra 6000 base made from high-quality P-Tex for increased durability and speed.
- 20 inserts with a 20 mm setback.
Specifications
| Flex (Northwave/Drake scale) | 5/10 |
|---|---|
| Freestyle | 7/10 |
| All mountain | 8/10 |
| Powder | 8/10 |
| Shape | Directional twin |
| Camber | Micro |
| Main use | All mountain |
| Core | Poplar |
| Fibreglass | Biax |
| Base | Sintra 6000 |
| Inserts | 20 |
| Setback | 20 mm |
Size chart
| Size (cm) | 153 | 156 | 159 | 160W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effective edge (mm) | 1156 | 1196 | 1226 | 1226 |
| Nose length (mm) | 200 | 205 | 205 | 210 |
| Tail length (mm) | 200 | 205 | 205 | 210 |
| Sidecut radius (m) | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| Nose width (mm) | 289.2 | 295.5 | 301.2 | 313.2 |
| Waist width (mm) | 248 | 252 | 256 | 268 |
| Tail width (mm) | 289.2 | 295.5 | 301.2 | 313.2 |
| Setback (mm) | -20 | -20 | -20 | -20 |
| Stance range (mm) | 490-570 | 510-590 | 510-590 | 510-590 |
Drake board size chart. W = wide; the 160W is the Squad Wide. Drake does not publish a rider-weight range for its boards.
Specifications from the Drake FW26-27 catalogue.
Specs by length
Waist
248mm
Effective edge
1156mm
Stance
490–570mm
Construction
How it rides
Ratings from Northwave
Where it shines
Flex
Questions
Asked in store, answered by our fitters
Which size should I choose?
153 cm: waist 248 mm, stance 490-570 mm. 156 cm: waist 252 mm. 159 cm: waist 256 mm. 156 and 159 have a 510-590 mm stance range. Drake does not publish a rider-weight range for its boards, so choose by your weight, height and riding style: shorter is easier to turn and press, longer adds stability and float.
What is the 160W?
The 160W is the Squad Wide: waist 268 mm (vs 256 mm on the 159), effective edge 1226 mm and stance range 510-590 mm. Wide sizes are generally chosen by riders with bigger boots, to reduce toe and heel drag.
Who is the Squad for?
Riders growing their skills in park and on piste. It is a forgiving 5/10 flex with easy turn initiation and stability. Micro camber, directional twin shape, 20 inserts with a 20 mm setback. Drake's ratings: all mountain 8/10, powder 8/10, freestyle 7/10.
Can I return or exchange it?
Returns and exchanges are accepted within 14 days of delivery (14 days from purchase for in-store purchases). Items must be unused and new, in the original packaging with all tags and accessories. Items discounted more than 39% are final sale unless there is a quality issue. Start a return through our online returns portal, or bring the item and your order details to any of our stores.
What warranty does it come with?
It is covered by Borderline Outdoor's 1-year warranty. If something goes wrong, contact us or visit any of our stores with your order details.