One board for the whole touring day: the Sceptre is Chimera’s versatile starting point between powder and variable snow. It suits riders who do not want to commit an entire tour to one snow type.
Is the Chimera Sceptre 26/27 right for your tours?
For freeride splitters, it combines a broader nose, moderate taper and a relatively longer tail. The nose rises early and the profile stays flat between the feet. Chimera describes medium longitudinal flex with more torsional support. This concept may appeal if you want support without the Hermit’s particularly long big-mountain shape.
What should you consider on the ascent?
The flat contact zone is intended to distribute skin contact evenly. On a traverse, skins, edge condition and suitable width still matter. Supportive boots and bindings provide a better starting point than choosing solely by a profile name.
How do you choose suitable length and width?
The two sizes are 158 and 162 cm. The public dimensional chart contains inconsistent units for widths and radius. Confirm those measurements for your actual length before ordering by boot size; ambiguous numbers do not support a precise fit recommendation.
How do boots, bindings and skins work together?
Start by matching boot fit, board width and lateral support. An oversized boot loses support before pressure reaches the edge. For the Chimera Sceptre, we would prioritise heel hold and a highback suited to your weight over choosing the stiffest possible binding. Playful downhill handling need not mean a setup that collapses sideways on a traverse. Practise both touring and riding modes with your actual interface and its specified screws. Plan suitable skins too: length, width and nose and tail fittings need to work together.
Read more in our Splitboard Gear Guide.
Which of our test experiences help you?
We have not yet tested the Chimera Sceptre ourselves. Our advice uses current manufacturer information and our Gear Guide principles. An older model introduction provides history rather than our own riding test. Manufacturer-shop customer ratings are not used as our editorial scores either.
For a demo, start with a suitable size and your own boots. Check whether you can apply pressure comfortably in slow turns as well as at speed. After a longer climb, consider whether width and flex still feel manageable. A consistent setup is more useful than comparing random boards with very different lengths or stance settings.
What has changed since 25/26 and earlier models?
Chimera Splitboards currently includes this model in its regular range. The manufacturer page does not identify a separate technical redesign for 26/27 or a complete change list from 25/26. This page is therefore our guide for the 26/27 season rather than a claim of a newly developed annual model. Compare the actual generation, length, width, hardware and package contents. A new graphic or different price alone does not establish changed tuning.
Earlier model introduction in the archive.
What is included in the price and what else do you need?
Budget for bindings, interface and suitable skins alongside the board. Check touring-toe compatibility particularly carefully for the Guide Series and Hermit. A regional euro display does not establish shipping and delivered costs for your country.
Which alternatives should you compare?
Compare Chimera Sceptre Guide Series and Chimera Shop Rat. The riding-style differences are discussed above. Use comparable sizes and your own boots on a demo where possible. A different stance or substantially softer binding can change more than a small dimensional difference between boards. Decide by how well the setup suits your usual tours.
FAQ: What should you know before the first tour?
When should you choose the Guide Series over the regular Sceptre?
The Guide Series adds Carbonite construction and a dedicated touring-toe pattern. The basic shape and size options remain comparable. Decide by build, interface and desired feel; we have not performed our own weight or riding comparison of both current versions.
Which size and width suit me?
The two sizes are 158 and 162 cm. The public dimensional chart contains inconsistent units for widths and radius. Confirm those measurements for your actual length before ordering by boot size; ambiguous numbers do not support a precise fit recommendation.
Have you tested this model yourselves?
We have not yet tested the Chimera Sceptre ourselves. Our assessment uses manufacturer data and our Gear Guide; we do not assign riding scores to it.
Which boots, bindings and skins suit it?
Start by matching boot fit, board width and lateral support. An oversized boot loses support before pressure reaches the edge. For the Chimera Sceptre, we would prioritise heel hold and a highback suited to your weight over choosing the stiffest possible binding. Playful downhill handling need not mean a setup that collapses sideways on a traverse. Practise both touring and riding modes with your actual interface and its specified screws. Plan suitable skins too: length, width and nose and tail fittings need to work together.
What is included in the price and what else do you need?
Budget for bindings, interface and suitable skins alongside the board. Check touring-toe compatibility particularly carefully for the Guide Series and Hermit. A regional euro display does not establish shipping and delivered costs for your country.
What differs from the previous season?
Chimera Splitboards currently includes this model in its regular range. The manufacturer page does not identify a separate technical redesign for 26/27 or a complete change list from 25/26. This page is therefore our guide for the 26/27 season rather than a claim of a newly developed annual model. Compare the actual generation, length, width, hardware and package contents. A new graphic or different price alone does not establish changed tuning.
Which sizes and specifications does the manufacturer list?
Sizes: 158, 162 cm. These are manufacturer specifications, not our own measurements.
| Size (cm) | 158 | 162 |
|---|---|---|
| Stance setback [mm] | 19 | 25 |
Where do the data, images and tests come from?
Chimera Sceptre – manufacturer page. Checked 19 October 2026. Product photographs and size charts come from the manufacturer.
What does the board look like? (2 photos)
