The Gentemstick Giant Mantaray Chopsticks is a splitboard built for powder. Optimised for deep snow and open faces, it prioritises float and edge-free riding over resort versatility.

Who is the Gentemstick Giant Mantaray Chopsticks for?

The Giant Mantaray Chopsticks is best suited for expert riders weighing 60-90 kg. It rides best in snowsurf-inspired, carving, powder, for splitboarders who want one board that handles these conditions.

Construction & specs

• Shape: Directional
• Profile: Accel Camber
• Base: Sintered
• Flex: 9/10 (stiff)
• Sizes: 159 cm
• Rider weight: 60-90 kg

Ride Feel

Als Chopsticks-splitboard (zonder hardware) offers hij de ultieme vrijheid for riders that hun eigen binding-setup willen kiezen. the board is niet bedoeld voor all-mountain use — dit is a specialist voor Japow-days, diepe Noord-Amerikaanse backcountry and momenten where float and surf-feel alles zijn. Een statement-board for the rijder that a dedicated powder-split in its quiver wil.

Verdict: Gentemstick Giant Mantaray Chopsticks

The Giant Mantaray Chopsticks 159cm Wide is Gentemstick’s widest, most aggressive powder statement — flex 9 (stiff), wide platform, and a shape that generates speed in deep snow through design rather than flex. A genuinely specialist board for experienced riders in serious powder terrain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What skill level is the Gentemstick Giant Mantaray Chopsticks for?

Expert. Beginners can ride it but won’t fully benefit from the responsiveness and flex this board offers.

What rider weight suits the Gentemstick Giant Mantaray Chopsticks?

The manufacturer-recommended rider weight is 60-90 kg. Riders outside this range may find the board too soft or too stiff.

What terrain suits the Gentemstick Giant Mantaray Chopsticks?

Snowsurf and carving, powder. For pure powder days or competitive alpinism there are more specialized options, but as an all-rounder the Giant Mantaray Chopsticks scores well.