Best Prior Splitboards 2026: Spearhead & Khyber Reviewed

Prior Snowboards is a small, BC-based brand that has quietly earned a devoted following among hardcore backcountry riders. They build boards by hand in North America, focus exclusively on splitboards and alpine terrain, and have none of the marketing noise of bigger brands. What they do have is a reputation for quality that punches above their price tag.

Prior Splitboard Lineup 2025/26

Prior Spearhead Split — Flex 6/10

The Prior Spearhead Split is Prior’s all-mountain board — a directional twin designed for riders who want versatility without giving up backcountry capability. Flex 6/10 makes it accessible for intermediate riders who are growing into backcountry terrain. The Spearhead excels in variable snow where its forgiving flex helps absorb inconsistency without bucking you off. From €1.099.

Prior Khyber Split — Flex 6/10

The Prior Khyber Split leans more directional than the Spearhead — longer nose, more setback, better suited for deeper conditions and more committed freeride riding. Despite the same listed flex 6/10, the Khyber feels stiffer in practice due to its construction and shape. A board for riders who know they want to push into steeper, deeper terrain. From €1.099.

Why Prior?

Prior boards are made by people who actually ride what they sell. The brand’s small size means every design decision gets real-world testing before it ships. The build quality — base material, edge work, laminate consistency — is exceptional for the price. They’re also genuinely available in Europe, which smaller BC brands often aren’t.

The main trade-off: limited model range. If you want a stiff, ultralight carbon board or a powder-specialist board, Prior’s current lineup won’t satisfy. They play in the all-mountain to moderate freeride space — and within that space, they’re excellent.

Prior vs. The Field

	Prior Spearhead	Prior Khyber	Jones Men’s Stratos	K2 Freeloader
Flex	6/10	6/10	7/10	7/10
Price	€1.099	€1.099	€1.100	€850 (package)
Shape	Dir. Twin	Directional	Directional	Directional
Made in	Canada	Canada	USA/International	International

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