The United Shapes Deep Reach Split is part of the United Shapes 2026/27 splitboard line. This page lists what United Shapes publishes about it, and is honest about what we have not assessed yet.
United Shapes says it is designed to be ridden up to 3 cm shorter than a standard freeride splitboard.
What we have not rated yet
Flex: 6.5/10, as published by United Shapes. Our database filter works in whole numbers, so the flex field stays empty rather than being rounded. You can read the whole method in what a flex rating actually means.
This is a specification page, not a ride review. We have not ridden this board, and we would rather say so than write a verdict we cannot stand behind.
Comparing it
Put it next to the rest of the catalogue in our database, or filter by terrain and rider weight to see what else sits in the same bracket.
The United Shapes Covert Split is a splitboard built for freeride. The United Shapes Covert Split is a freeride-split uit Californische expat-shaper United Shapes, built op a directional camber-shape with relatief stiff flex and traditional construction.
Who is the United Shapes Covert Split for?
The Covert Split is best suited for advanced riders weighing 70-95 kg. It rides best in carving, technical terrain, touring, for splitboarders who want one board that handles these conditions.
Construction & specs
Shape: Directional
Profile: Classic Camber
Base: Sintered 4000
Flex: 7/10 (medium-stiff)
Sizes: 152cm · 158cm · 161cm Wide · 164cm Wide
Rider weight: size dependent — see size guide below
Available Sizes
Size
Best suited for
152cm
Average height, versatile all-rounder
158cm
Average height, versatile all-rounder
161cm Wide
Taller riders, more stability and float
164cm Wide
Taller riders, more stability and float
Choose a smaller size for a more playful, manoeuvrable feel in tight terrain. Go larger for more float in deep snow and higher-speed stability on longer descents.
Ride Feel
the board is gepositioneerd als ‘big-mountain doe-alles’ — niet de lichtste, maar stabiel op speed and with voldoende edge-hold for harde steep lines. for rijders that de niche-brands opzoeken and a betaalbaarder alternatief willen for de premium Cardiff/Venture-categorie.
Verdict: United Shapes Covert Split
The United Shapes Covert Split 152cm is from a small-batch Austrian brand making genuinely thoughtful backcountry shapes. Flex 7, freeride-focused, and directional — built for riders 58–75 kg who want a board from a brand that thinks carefully about where and how it’s ridden. United Shapes has a strong reputation among serious European backcountry riders.
What skill level is the United Shapes Covert Split for?
Ervaren. Beginners can ride it but won’t fully benefit from the responsiveness and flex this board offers.
What rider weight suits the United Shapes Covert Split?
The mid size targets riders of 70-95 kg. Across all sizes the Covert Split covers 50-110 kg — choose the size that matches your weight.
What terrain suits the United Shapes Covert Split?
Carving and technisch terrein, touring sessions. For pure powder days or competitive alpinism there are more specialized options, but as an all-rounder the Covert Split scores well.
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