TahoeLab Directional Twin Split Phantom

Between a symmetrical twin and a directional powder idea: the Directional Twin Split is TahoeLab’s approach to creative touring descents with added float in mind. The name alone is not enough for a useful sizing decision. This page covers the Phantom carbon build.

Is the TahoeLab Directional Twin Split Phantom 26/27 right for your tours?

Freestyle and freeride splitters get matching nose and tail widths, zero taper and zero setback in the dimensional table. The directional idea concerns nose/tail design rather than a simply setback stance. Compare the entire outline instead of relying on one label.

The Phantom version uses four full carbon sheets on a bamboo core. TahoeLab also describes damping materials. We do not infer a specific gram saving for your size. Phantom names the board construction here, not an included Phantom binding.

What matters on the skin track?

With a waist starting at 263 mm, even the smallest version is relatively broad. Your boots need to edge this shape comfortably on a firm track. Choose construction after width and desired handling suit the tour.

How do you choose length, width and stance?

Sizes are 156.5, 161.5 and 166.5 cm with 263, 267 and 271 mm waists. Rider ranges differ between the smallest standard and Phantom versions. Confirm your actual build rather than inheriting a range from the neighbouring version.

How should boots, bindings and skins work together?

Boot fit, board width and lateral support work together. An oversized boot moves before your pressure reaches the edge. Match binding size to the actual boot and the highback to your weight. Playful descending need not mean a touring setup that collapses sideways. Practise the complete transition at home using the interface and screws you will actually carry. For skins, consider length, trimming and suitable nose and tail fittings. A general splitboard description does not approve every interface.

Read more in our Splitboard Gear Guide.

Which of our test experiences help you choose?

We have not yet tested the TahoeLab Directional Twin Split Phantom ourselves. This advice uses current manufacturer information and our Gear Guide principles. Earlier model introductions provide development context rather than our own riding tests. Manufacturer flex, damping and terrain numbers are therefore not converted into our editorial scores.

For a demo, choose a suitable size with your own boots and keep a familiar stance where possible. Check whether the board feels manageable in slow turns as well as at speed. After a longer climb, it can become clearer whether width and flex match your effort. A board may be enjoyable on an open powder face yet unnecessarily demanding on a tight exit. Include that combination of your typical touring conditions in the comparison.

What has changed since 25/26 and earlier models?

TahoeLab includes this version in its current regular range without assigning every change to a model year. This is our guide for the 26/27 season rather than a claim of a newly developed annual construction. Compare actual shape, dimensions, build and hardware with an earlier offer.

Our 25/26 model page.

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

Budget for suitable bindings, their interface and skins in the complete setup price. Check actual package contents rather than assuming a complete touring setup from a product photograph. The original price is quoted in US dollars. For a European order, account for shipping and possible import costs in the actual offer; we do not invent a euro conversion.

Which alternatives should you compare?

Compare TahoeLab Directional Twin Split and TahoeLab Twin Split. The shape and usage differences are discussed above. A demo is especially useful when deciding between widths or constructions. Use your own boots and a familiar stance where possible, so you can identify what changed the feel instead of comparing two entirely different setups.

FAQ: What should you know before the first tour?

What differs between standard and Phantom?

The Phantom version uses four full carbon sheets on a bamboo core. TahoeLab also describes damping materials. We do not infer a specific gram saving for your size. Phantom names the board construction here, not an included Phantom binding.

Which length and width suit me?

Sizes are 156.5, 161.5 and 166.5 cm with 263, 267 and 271 mm waists. Rider ranges differ between the smallest standard and Phantom versions. Confirm your actual build rather than inheriting a range from the neighbouring version.

Have you tested this board yourselves?

We have not yet tested the TahoeLab Directional Twin Split Phantom ourselves. Our assessment uses manufacturer information and our Gear Guide. We do not assign our own riding scores to it.

How should boots, bindings and skins fit the board?

Boot fit, board width and lateral support work together. An oversized boot moves before your pressure reaches the edge. Match binding size to the actual boot and the highback to your weight. Playful descending need not mean a touring setup that collapses sideways. Practise the complete transition at home using the interface and screws you will actually carry. For skins, consider length, trimming and suitable nose and tail fittings. A general splitboard description does not approve every interface.

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

Budget for suitable bindings, their interface and skins in the complete setup price. Check actual package contents rather than assuming a complete touring setup from a product photograph. The original price is quoted in US dollars. For a European order, account for shipping and possible import costs in the actual offer; we do not invent a euro conversion.

What differs from the previous season?

TahoeLab includes this version in its current regular range without assigning every change to a model year. This is our guide for the 26/27 season rather than a claim of a newly developed annual construction. Compare actual shape, dimensions, build and hardware with an earlier offer.

Which sizes and specifications does the manufacturer list?

Sizes: 156.5, 161.5, 166.5 cm. These are manufacturer specifications, not our own measurements. Pound figures also include rounded kilogram conversions; missing values remain unspecified.

Where do the data and images come from?

TahoeLab Directional Twin Split Phantom – manufacturer page. Checked 19 October 2026. Product images and size charts come from the manufacturer.