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SALOMON HPS – LOUIF PARADIS 2026

SALOMON HPS – LOUIF PARADIS 2026

by Romane Boudreau in Blogs

The pro model of our local guy

Louif Paradis is a legend in Quebec snowboarding. His style, vision, and unique way of riding have inspired a board in his image: the Salomon HPS – Louif Paradis 2026.

Designed in collaboration with Wolle Nyvelt, this board falls into the freeride and all-mountain categories. A tapered directional shape, designed to float in powder as well as to butter on a feature, all with the same ease. It's pretty much the board that goes everywhere with you, no matter the mountain or the spot.

And it's not just Louif who rides it. Quite a few good local riders have adopted it too.

The shape

With 6 mm of taper, the tail is slightly narrower than the nose, which helps the board naturally lift out of the snow in powder. You stay on top without effort, while maintaining excellent maneuverability when the snow is harder.

The directional shape keeps the feel fluid in turns, without giving the impression of being limited to a single riding style. It's a board that loves clean lines as much as slightly sketchy spots.

The profile

Salomon's Rock Out Camber is a gem:

  • Flat between the feet for solid and predictable stability,

  • Camber under the bindings for pop and responsiveness,

  • Rocker at the tips to prevent catching and provide excellent contact on soft snow or in switch.

In short, a balanced profile that forgives without being soft, perfect for a versatile rider who wants to have fun everywhere.

The core

The Ghost Green Core is made of ultra-light wood, selected for its rebound and durability. Add to that the ABC Wrapper construction with bamboo veneer (less plastic, more energy underfoot) and the Popster system that accentuates natural flex... you get a board that responds quickly, pops hard, and stays lively all day long.

The little extras

  • Quadralizer Sidecut = precise control and aggressive carving

  • 50% recycled base + fine stone finish for speed

  • Natural wax = more eco-friendly

  • Bio-based resin (30%) = performance

  • All-Mountain EB Edges = ready to ride straight from the shop

In summary:

A directional, creative, powerful, but super accessible board. Whether you're riding powder, technical runs, or urban spots, the HPS – Louif Paradis 2026 adapts to everything.

The SALOMON HPS – LOUIF PARADIS 2026 is available in our shops and online in three sizes: 156, 160, and 164.

Come check it out, because boards like this don't stay on the rack for long.

 

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