A powder outline does not always require a particularly long board. The Slasher combines a long nose, small swallowtail and relatively generous effective edge. It targets riders who enjoy trees and tighter turns while keeping room for a clean turn on firm snow.
Is the Prior Slasher Split 26/27 right for you?
26/27 season guide: the version currently offered by the manufacturer.
Which type of splitboarder does it suit?
Freeride splitters wanting a compact powder setup. You want a powder shape without automatically choosing the Fissile’s long nose. The Slasher provides the more compact comparison. Do not judge handling only by centimetres: width has to suit your boots too.
What does the shape offer on the descent?
Within Prior’s family it borrows ideas from the Fissile and Swallowtail. A shorter overall length relative to working edge is the useful distinction from the Fissile. That does not mean every rider should simply subtract a fixed number from their usual length. Actual area, width and the way you load the tail still decide the fit. A small swallowtail is also a different shape from a true twin tail for repeated switch landings.
What should you consider on the skin track?
A compact overall length can be welcome in tight kick turns, but board width travels uphill too. The Slasher offers several sizes and a separate Wide option. If your boots are marginal on a regular width, a genuine width choice may be more helpful than simply adding length. Match skin length and tail attachment to the board you actually select.
How do you choose the right size and setup?
Current sizes are 147, 152, 156, 161, 167 and 167W. The Wide option is therefore not available at every length. If you need a short, broad shape, compare the Thruster or discuss a specific adjustment with Prior. Even with custom options, the underlying shape should fit the tours you really take.
Configuration is part of buying a Prior. The shown figure is the starting price; XTC Carbon, particular connectors, topsheets, bases or other requests can change the total. Prior claims an average saving of around 500 grams against Quad-glass. That is a general manufacturer figure, not a weight prediction for your individual size.
Choose shape, length and width first, then construction and connectors that suit your binding interface. A custom graphic does not automatically change flex. For a Canadian order, confirm lead time, shipping and the full delivered amount for your country. A euro display establishes currency, not European warehouse stock or a final price including every import cost.
How should boots, bindings and board work together?
A matching highback and boots with good lateral support help control the shape on the way to the powder. If you currently use soft freestyle boots, check how much movement they absorb before ordering a firmer or more expensive board layup.
The small swallowtail emphasises forward turns. For regular switch landings, compare the Wildcard or Phalanx first.
Read more about matching the components in our Splitboard Gear Guide.
Which test experience helps you choose?
We have not yet tested the Prior Slasher Split ourselves. The advice on this page is based on manufacturer information and the principles in our Gear Guide. We therefore cannot yet describe the feel of this exact board from personal riding experience.
On a demo, we would focus on the points discussed above for your riding style: can your boots put enough pressure on the edge, does the board remain comfortable to move after a longer climb, and does the size work when the snow becomes heavier lower down? Use your usual boots where possible and compare a suitable length.
What has changed since 25/26 and earlier models?
Prior currently sells this shape through its custom configurator without unambiguously assigning model year 26/27 on the product page. This is our guide for the 26/27 season, not a claim of a newly developed annual version. Compare older offers by length, width, Quad or XTC construction and installed hardware; a different price or custom graphic alone does not establish a changed shape.
Earlier model page in the archive: Prior Slasher 17-18.
Which other current boards fit your riding style?
Compare Prior Fissile Split and Prior Khyber Split. The shape and usage differences are discussed above. For a demo, similar sizing, your own boots and a familiar stance help more than comparing random available lengths.
FAQ: What should you know before your first tour?
Why can the Slasher be ridden shorter than the Fissile?
Prior points to more effective edge relative to overall length and its shorter swallowtail. That is not a universal sizing rule. Compare exact dimensions and suitable width for your preferred length.
Which Prior Slasher Split size should I choose?
Currently listed sizes are 147, 152, 156, 161, 167, 167w. Current sizes are 147, 152, 156, 161, 167 and 167W. The Wide option is therefore not available at every length. If you need a short, broad shape, compare the Thruster or discuss a specific adjustment with Prior. Even with custom options, the underlying shape should fit the tours you really take.
What hands-on test experience is available?
We have not yet tested the Prior Slasher Split ourselves. Our assessment is based on manufacturer information and our Gear Guide. We do not assign our own riding scores to it.
Which current alternatives should I compare?
Prior Fissile Split and Prior Khyber Split are the relevant comparisons discussed on this page. Choose shape, boot fit and your usual tours first. A different construction level becomes useful after those basics fit.
Which boots and bindings suit this board?
A matching highback and boots with good lateral support help control the shape on the way to the powder. If you currently use soft freestyle boots, check how much movement they absorb before ordering a firmer or more expensive board layup.
Is this a new construction for 26/27?
Prior currently offers the shape without an unambiguous 26/27 model-year label. This is our seasonal guide. The actual configuration matters more than the year alone.
Which sizes and specifications are available?
These are manufacturer specifications, not our own measurements. The current configurator does not provide a complete public dimensional table. Confirm waist, effective edge and rider-weight range directly with Prior before ordering.
Which measurements and sizes does the manufacturer specify?
| Length (cm) | Profile |
|---|---|
| 147 | Powder Rocker |
| 152 | Powder Rocker |
| 156 | Powder Rocker |
| 161 | Powder Rocker |
| 167 | Powder Rocker |
| 167w | Powder Rocker |
Where do the information and images come from?
Current product information, price and product images: Prior Slasher Split – manufacturer page. Checked 15 October 2026. Photographs and size charts are provided by the manufacturer. Our own and historical test experience is described in the test section and assigned to the relevant boards.
What does the board look like? (2 photos)
