Weston Gnarnia Splitboard

You want a board for substantial tours without limiting every descent to deep snow? The Gnarnia is Weston’s directional all-round freerider. Moderate taper and a broad size range put fit ahead of a simple gender classification.

Is the Weston Gnarnia Splitboard 26/27 right for your tours?

Freeride and alpine splitters are the natural audience: you want support in variable snow and enjoy active riding. Compare the Dream Machine directly if playful tours and frequent switch turns dominate.

What does the shape offer on the descent?

Around 9 mm of taper makes the Gnarnia less strongly tapered than the Backwoods or Japow. Camber emphasis and a setback stance describe a forward freeride idea. Carbon reinforcement in the standard model does not make it the Gnarnia Carbon; core, layup and hardware also belong in that comparison.

What matters on the ascent?

Weston lists shifted touring brackets as part of its touring concept. Your size, boots and binding still have to work together. On firm tracks, suitable width can help more than extra area you struggle to edge with smaller feet.

How do you choose the right size?

The selector ranges from 147 to 166 Wide. The dimensional table also contains a regular 162 row, while the current selector offers 162 Wide. For an actual order, follow the selected variant and its own dimensions.

How do boots, bindings and board work together?

For frequent traverses, prioritise heel hold and lateral support. Oversized boots or bindings lose pressure before it reaches the board. A balanced setup matters more than choosing the stiffest possible part everywhere.

Plan the touring setup as a whole: a lighter board offers little benefit if your boot lacks support or excessive width makes every traverse tiring. Choose a suitable board for your descents, then match boots, highback and bindings. Skins also need the right length, width and attachments. Before the first tour, practise a complete transition at home with the actual components you will carry.

Read more about matching your equipment in our Splitboard Gear Guide.

Which of our test experiences help you choose?

We have not yet tested the current version ourselves. The earlier Ridgeline and Riva tests help explain this freeride direction. We described the Ridgeline as a versatile modern classic with plenty of riding enjoyment; the Riva impressed with its versatile concept for its then women-focused audience. We compare today’s Gnarnia with them without combining two test boards into a new score.

The individual scores on the right belong to the identified earlier test board. They explain our impressions at the time, without claiming unchanged tuning across generations.

Our earlier test reports: Weston Ridgeline Split 21-22 · Weston Riva Split 21-22.

What has changed since the previous season and earlier models?

Weston identifies this version with 26/27. The current product page does not publish a complete list of technical changes from 25/26. A season label alone therefore establishes neither a new shape nor improved riding feel. Compare length, width, construction and hardware of the two actual boards. Moving between standard and carbon versions is a comparison of different builds as well as model years.

25/26 model page.

Which alternatives should you compare?

Compare Weston Gnarnia Carbon Splitboard and Weston Backwoods Splitboard. The differences in riding style and use are discussed above. A useful demo starts with comparable sizes, your own boots and a familiar stance. What matters is whether the board also suits you in tight terrain and after a long climb.

FAQ: What should you know before the first tour?

Is the Gnarnia the former Ridgeline or Riva?

The model history brings both lines into today’s Gnarnia family. Earlier Ridgeline and Riva tests provide comparison experience but are not identical tests of the current Gnarnia. Size and exact construction remain decisive.

How do I choose length and width?

The selector ranges from 147 to 166 Wide. The dimensional table also contains a regular 162 row, while the current selector offers 162 Wide. For an actual order, follow the selected variant and its own dimensions.

Have you tested this board yourselves?

We have not yet tested the current version ourselves. Our earlier riding reports are linked in the test section. Their scores apply to the identified earlier boards.

How should I match boots and bindings to the board?

For frequent traverses, prioritise heel hold and lateral support. Oversized boots or bindings lose pressure before it reaches the board. A balanced setup matters more than choosing the stiffest possible part everywhere.

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

Budget for suitable skins, bindings and the required interface. Check actual package contents so your price comparison includes the same parts.

What differs from the previous season?

Weston identifies this version with 26/27. The current product page does not publish a complete list of technical changes from 25/26. A season label alone therefore establishes neither a new shape nor improved riding feel. Compare length, width, construction and hardware of the two actual boards. Moving between standard and carbon versions is a comparison of different builds as well as model years.

Which sizes and specifications does the manufacturer list?

The table shows manufacturer specifications, not our own measurements. Sizes in the current model range: 147, 151, 154, 158, 162 Wide, 166 Wide cm.

Where do the information and images come from?

Weston Gnarnia Splitboard – manufacturer page. Checked 16 October 2026. Product photographs and size charts come from the manufacturer. Our own test experience is assigned to the ridden board in the test section.