GNU Banked Country Split

The Banked Country Split takes Temple and Cannon Cummins’ turning concept touring. A broad nose, subtle taper and tail-focused Magne-Traction aim to combine easy initiation with a defined turn finish. Consider it if good arcs on the firm exit matter as much as the powder above.

Is the GNU Banked Country Split right for your tours?

A clean arc remains enjoyable to you after the powder is tracked. Effective edge, radius, width and weighting then work together. A broad shape can allow greater edge angles but must fit your boots. A long radius also does not automatically produce a tight tree turn. On a demo, try both a driven arc at speed and a slow direction change near the end of a tour. That reveals whether the sporting character suits your actual days.

What matters on the skin track?

The whole setup matters on the skin track. A board can pivot easily downhill and still need lateral support from boots and bindings. Keep a calm stride and assess edge loading on traverses. A useful balance point matters more for repositioning than weight alone. In deep snow the nose should clear the track; tight kick turns need room for the actual length. Include slow track changes and firm passages in the comparison. An impressive downhill outline alone does not answer that question.

How do you choose length, width and stance?

Confirmed sizes are 155, 159, 162 cm. Start with the manufacturer’s rider-weight range where specified for this version, then check actual boot width at your chosen stance. Height alone is not a reliable sizing method. Between two suitable lengths, the shorter can be easier to move; extra area may help with higher weight or deeper snow. This is not a fixed rule. Distinguish overall length, effective edge and width underfoot. Additional equipment and a heavy pack also change the load.

How should boots, bindings and skins fit?

Our Gear Guide recommends matching boots and bindings together. Lateral support matters in the changing conditions often found in the Alps. Boots should hold your heel, bindings must fit the actual outer sole, and highbacks should suit your weight and riding. Check overhang at your own binding angles; a wide waist alone does not guarantee a good fit. Practise the complete transition at home before doing it with cold fingers on tour. For skins, length, trimming and nose and tail fittings must match. A shared brand name does not mean a skin fits every outline.

Our Splitboard Gear Guide explains the setup relationships.

Which of our test experiences help you choose?

We have not yet tested the GNU Banked Country Split ourselves. This advice uses manufacturer data and our Gear Guide; we do not assign our own riding scores to this version.

For a demo, use the same boots and a familiar stance. Try slow turns, a firm section and transitions as well as the best powder slope. After a longer climb, it is easier to tell whether the size remains manageable. Manufacturer claims about lightness, grip and damping are starting points for that comparison, not editorial measurements.

What has changed since 25/26 or earlier models?

The manufacturer places this offer in its current 2027 range. That alone does not prove a technical change from 25/26. Compare equal sizes, outline, profile, build and hardware; we do not claim an undocumented annual redesign.

What is included in the price and what else do you need?

Compare like package contents: board, joining hardware, bindings with interface and matching skins are separate items. A product photograph alone does not describe a complete touring setup.

Which alternatives are worth comparing?

Use the Gear Guide to compare an appropriately sized all-mountain reference with a powder alternative. For custom offers, your existing board is also an important reference: what works and what would you like to change on tour?

FAQ: What should you know before choosing?

Who should consider this splitboard?

The Banked Country Split takes Temple and Cannon Cummins’ turning concept touring. A broad nose, subtle taper and tail-focused Magne-Traction aim to combine easy initiation with a defined turn finish. Consider it if good arcs on the firm exit matter as much as the powder above.

Which size and width suit me?

Confirmed sizes are 155, 159, 162 cm. Start with the manufacturer’s rider-weight range where specified for this version, then check actual boot width at your chosen stance. Height alone is not a reliable sizing method. Between two suitable lengths, the shorter can be easier to move; extra area may help with higher weight or deeper snow. This is not a fixed rule. Distinguish overall length, effective edge and width underfoot. Additional equipment and a heavy pack also change the load.

Have you tested this board yourselves?

We have not yet tested the GNU Banked Country Split ourselves. This advice uses manufacturer data and our Gear Guide; we do not assign our own riding scores to this version.

What needs to match in the setup?

Our Gear Guide recommends matching boots and bindings together. Lateral support matters in the changing conditions often found in the Alps. Boots should hold your heel, bindings must fit the actual outer sole, and highbacks should suit your weight and riding. Check overhang at your own binding angles; a wide waist alone does not guarantee a good fit. Practise the complete transition at home before doing it with cold fingers on tour. For skins, length, trimming and nose and tail fittings must match. A shared brand name does not mean a skin fits every outline.

What is included in the price and what else do you need?

Compare like package contents: board, joining hardware, bindings with interface and matching skins are separate items. A product photograph alone does not describe a complete touring setup.

How does it differ from the earlier version?

The manufacturer places this offer in its current 2027 range. That alone does not prove a technical change from 25/26. Compare equal sizes, outline, profile, build and hardware; we do not claim an undocumented annual redesign.

Which sizes and dimensions does the manufacturer list?

Confirmed sizes: 155, 159, 162 cm. Figures are manufacturer data rather than our measurements. Missing or conflicting entries are not filled with estimates. Manufacturer flex and editorial riding scores are different scales.

Where do the data, images and test reports come from?

GNU Banked Country Split – manufacturer offer. Checked 19 October 2026. Images and dimensions come from the linked current manufacturer offer. These are manufacturer views, not evidence of our own riding test.