2013.14 SNOWBOARD COLLECTION
Turning our back to momentary trends, vapid graphic design and company branding, we focus on the visual impact and technical superiority of our boards. Welcome to the 2013-2014 MNMNT Snowboard collection. Each year we curate an ever-growing pedigree of artists to create site-specific art and deliver the highest quality product on the market. Turning our back to momentary trends, vapid graphic design and company branding, we focus on the visual impact and technical superiority of our boards. Everything we produce is created hand in hand with a roster of established and emerging artists in an attempt to infuse art into the world around us. Our dedication to provide premium products drives us to search for new and unique approaches to enhance riders’ snowboard lifestyles worldwide. Started in 2001, based on a collective of Mid-Atlantic artists, MNMNT was started and driven by art. Providing unique products to riders. Today, that collective is worldwide, with many artists across the globe contributing to our vision. While many companies have changed their direction based on the industry trends, MNMNT has stayed true to its beginnings. We are a product driven company, with years of collective snowboard industry experience, we bring you tried and true technology combined with art. Our experience in designing and building boards has brought us to the current collection, which represents the best selections in materials and designs for the current state of snowboarding. This is our seventh season using renewable resources such as bamboo in our cores and on our sidewalls, and we are endeavoring to do our part to reduce wasteful materials in our line of boards moving forward to make our planet whiter in the winter time. Our boards are tested from the East Coast, to the Northwest, to your backyard; where our boards go through rigorous testing for performance and durability. Our products are built with strong, renewable resources that help keep our boards snappier longer, and a response that rivals no other. We stand behind our product performance and are dedicated to giving riders the best product we know.
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WELCOME TO THE CONSORTIUM Monument youth crew JEREMY CLINE SHANE FLOOD BRENDAN HART KRISTER RALLES SAM SKIDMORE colin wilson
BOARD TECH DOING OUR PART MATERIALS We love winter and we want to do our part to extend our winter seasons. This is the seventh season we have taken steps to reduce wasteful components by using natural, earth friendly materials. Our E.S.P. materials use clean and renewable resources such as Bamboo in the core and sidewalls. We also use a strong lightweight wood (X-Wood) that is grown close to our factory, reducing the carbon footprint of our boards.
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Bamboo can be re-grown in a short period of time from existing root systems, therefore eliminating ecosystem erosion. Bamboo also possesses amazing strength characteristics that will give your board a more lively ride, super pop and snap, lighter weight and more durability than most traditional woods used in snowboard construction.
CORES
The E.S.P. I Core has been developed using one species of pure poplar wood that has proven flex, naturally strong, lightweight, durability and pop characteristics. This core is our all around core for our park boards. A proven core that is used by a majority of the MNMNT Youth Crew in the boards that they ride.
Our most popular core uses a mix of bamboo and poplar to optimize strength, reduce weight and enhance dampening with out having to use additional materials. This core is a snappy core that will enhance the liveliness and ride of your board. The bamboo laminates help maintain the pop in the board longer.
The E.S.P. III core uses virtually every element of our core. A mix of Bamboo, X-Wood and Poplar, with a great percentage of X-wood this core was engineered maintain durability with minimal weight and added pop. 49% of the core is compromised of the strong but light X-Wood.
The E.S.P. ULTRA Core has been re-engineered to be lighter than ever before and contains our Torsion Control Core. Horizontal laminates are placed under the binding area makes it soft torsionally but torsionally tight under your feet. The core now contains 92% X-Wood, making it one of the lightest boards out.
WARRANTY Monument Snowboards warrants its products to be free of manufacturing defects for one year from the date of purchase as validated by a copy of your original sales receipt. If your product is verified as having a valid warranty issue we will repair or replace the product free of charge. In the event of an exact replacement (Model, size, and/or color) is no longer available; we will replace your product with one of comparable performance, size and value. This applies to replacement parts as well. Original sales receipt are required for verification of eligibility. Please see website for full description of warranty. Enjoy the ride. MONUMENT SNOWBOARDS Phone 202 630 SNOW www.monumentsnowboards.com info@monumentsnowboards.com
REGULAR CAMBER PROFILE
REVERSE CAMBER PROFILE
We are huge fans of regular/traditional camber. The camber distance (from the center of the board to the ground) helps determine how lively and responsive your board is. As you apply pressure and flatten the board with your feet/weight, power is transferred towards the edges and makes for snappier/lively turns. Ollies are bigger, and so are your smiles. If you want edge control and responsiveness, you want regular camber.
There are a lot of folks out there that believe reverse camber decks are for jibbing. We think it's best for powder riding and for beginners.
FLAT CAMBER PROFILE This year we are offering our District series with true Flat Camber. This means zero camber throughout the board. This technology offers the rider to get as close as possible to that skate feel. This camber profile is incredibly stable, quick reacting and balanced. Transitions are much smoother with better edge interaction with the snow, and even more maneuverable than a regular rockered board. We designed these decks with the true park rider at heart. The flat surface is very stable on rails and loads quickly and easily for max pop on any park feature.
With its concave shape, you don't have to exert as much energy on deep pow days keeping your front leg up, saving your thighs for more pow runs. A reverse cambered deck also allows you to ride powder with a smaller sized board. Since the tips are raised/concave, you don't have to worry about the extra surface area needed from a regular cambered deck to stay afloat easier. There is little resistance on the edges as you apply pressure with your weight and flatten the board. This decreases the edge to edge response, and your changes of catching an edge; which makes this favorable for beginners learning the sport. It does feel like you are riding a snowboard with really dull edges, and the board feels a little looser than a regular/traditional cambered deck. This also makes shorter reverse cambered decks a choice for park rats to jib around in the park.
PARK CAMBER PROFILE
ERC CAMBER PROFILE
We added our park camber two seasons ago. It's a combination of reverse and regular camber. It is reverse cambered before the bindings, regular cambered under the bindings, then it goes flat/no camber/straight to the contact points where it is reverse again.
Back for the second year this year is our Tragedy series and ERC profile. ERC, or Early Rise Camber, is just what is claims to be. Flat camber from the tail to the front binding, where a subtle reverse camber begins toward the nose, leading to a slightly lengthened kick nose. This profile is an over all mountain killer. The shortened tail, flat camber and early rise nose insure that this board will float all day in deep snow. But at the same time, is plenty stable in the tail to land big park jumps and jib smoothly.
This gives the board some pop/responsiveness with the benefits of reverse camber - it decreases your chances of catching an edge. This combination is a board that is perfect for riding park, groomers, and a good pow day. In the park, if you spin with a reverse cambered deck, you'll wash out trying to land straight. Not with our Park Camber! Also with our wood combination and park camber specs, the F.V.K. series with Park Camber is the flexiest board model in our lineup.
TTX TRIAXIAL FIBERGLASS
Our proven TTX glass configuration provides superior response for unparalleled control. The stitched weave method utilized ensures maximum benefits will be achieved as glass fibers are kept taut and straight (not bent and woven like you would find in cotton shirt). MUFFLE WALLS
Muffle wall technology was developed to muffle out teeth chattering vibrations in icy conditions and at high speeds as well as provide energy transfer down the edge of the board to give you extra grip. These UHMW sidewalls will also resistant to sidewall impacts. TERRA WALLS (EARTH SCIENCE PROJECT)
Bamboo Terra Walls are hands down the toughest sidewalls around, the natural tensile fibers in Bamboo give your board incredible strength, will add incredible pop, and give you unparalleled energy and edge grip in the iciest of conditions, all the while providing you with a chatter free ride.
RIDER: KRISTER RALLES P. NATE HARRINGTON 2012 TOP 10 MOST VIEWED VIDEO PART ON twsnow
DISTRICT
TRUE TWIN TIP FLAT CAMBER SIZES: 149, 151, 153, 156, 159
E.S.P. I CORE TTX MUFFLE WALLS URETHANE DAMPENING SYSTEM ULTRA SPEED 1500 BASE FULL WRAP AROUND CARBON STEEL EDGE 12 STAINLESS STEEL INSERTS 6X2 PATTERN
This year we are offering our District series with true Flat Camber. This means zero camber throughout the board. This technology offers the rider to get as close as possible to that skate feel. This camber profile is incredibly stable, quick reacting and balanced. Transitions are much smoother with better edge interaction with the snow, and even more maneuverable than a regular rockered board. We designed these decks with the true park rider at heart. The flat surface is very stable on rails and loads quickly and easily for max pop on any park feature.
ARTWORK BY JAH-HAHA
FLAT CAMBER PROFILE
TRUE TWIN TIP SIZES: 148, 151, 153, 156, 158, RC: 149,151,153,155, 158
E.S.P. I CORE TTX MUFFLE WALLS URETHANE DAMPENING SYSTEM ULTRA SPEED 1500 BASE FULL WRAP AROUND CARBON STEEL EDGE 12 STAINLESS STEEL INSERTS 6X2 PATTERN
Cost-effective, durable, jib-approved with the team-favored flex/snap, the BlackBlack is the most popular ride in the Monument Snowboards line-up. The E.S.P. I Core provides the durability and right flex you need in a noodle-free jib board. The Full Wrap Rockwell 40 metal edges are slightly softer to prevent major damage from disastrous impacts. Our Ultra Speed 1500 base makes it low maintenance and easy to repair. The Muffle Walls (UMHW sidwalls) are super durable with a higher resistance to sidewall impact, making this the ideal jib board in your quiver of decks. Our engineers designed this true twin jib deck with superb handling; makes selecting the BlackBlack a no-brainer. ARTWORK BY NICK KUSZYK REGULAR CAMBER PROFILE
REVERSE CAMBER PROFILE
F.V.K. TRUE TWIN PARK CAMBER SIZES: 149 PC,152 PC,155 PC,158 PC
E.S.P. II CORE TTX MUFFLE WALLS RUBBER FOIL DAMPENING SYSTEM ULTRA SPEED 2000 BASE FULL WRAP AROUND CARBON STEEL EDGE 12 STAINLESS STEEL INSERTS 6X2 PATTERN
Combining both worlds of camber and reverse camber, our newly improved FVK features the Park Camber. What is Park Camber? Rockered between the bindings, with regular camber under the bindings; the board goes flat then reverses again by the contact points. The Park Camber provides more control to the tips and increases support for landing jumps as opposed to reverse cambered decks. The ESP II Core with the six Bamboo laminates helps keep the flex of the board longer in addition to giving you the extra pop you need. More regular camber than reverse camber, the P.C. adds the benefits of having the response you want in a board. Eliminate the need for two decks with the FVK. The ultimate park deck has arrived. ARTWORK BY akacorleone
PARK CAMBER PROFILE
DIRTY
DEBUTANTES TRUE TWIN TIP SIZES: 139,142,145,148,151 RC: 149,151,153
E.S.P. I CORE TTX MUFFLE WALLS URETHANE DAMPENING SYSTEM ULTRA SPEED 1500 BASE FULL WRAP AROUND CARBON STEEL EDGE 12 STAINLESS STEEL INSERTS 6X2 PATTERN
A little somethin' for the ladies... After the overwhelming success of Monument’s return to the womens specific model, the Dirty Debutantes is back for its second year. With just as much attitude as ever, this board is an all mountain killer. The Debs has all the same benefits of the Black Black; E.S.P. 1 core, Ultra Speed 1500 Base, but with the flex/snap better suited for the slightly smaller rider. Available in both regular and reverse camber options, we are certain there is a board here to suit everyone.
ARTWORK BY kate ruth REGULAR CAMBER PROFILE
REVERSE CAMBER PROFILE
777 TWIN DIRECTIONAL SIZES: 151, 153, 157, 160
E.S.P. III CORE TTX WITH BAMBOO VENEER TOPSHEET TERRA WALLS (E.S.P.) RUBBER FOIL DAMPENING SYSTEM ULTRA SPEED 2000 BASE FULL WRAP AROUND CARBON STEEL EDGE 12 STAINLESS STEEL INSERTS 6X2 PATTERN
This twin directional has a stiffer tail and a set back stance combined with our ESP III Core. This means a combination of poplar, bamboo, and our special X-wood core gives you a super light and responsive ride. The bamboo Terra Walls along with the bamboo veneer topsheet makes this year's 777 a stand-out free riding machine. Terra Walls strengthen the board and increases responsiveness and pop when you need it. The Carbon V pattern in the tail gives you the extra support for bombing down the hill. If you want response, the 777 is your answer. ARTWORK BY angrywoebots
REGULAR CAMBER PROFILE
TRAGEDY ERC CAMBER PROFILE SIZES: 151, 154, 157, 160
E.S.P . II CORE TTX / MATTE TOPSHEET MUFFLE WALLS ULTRA SPEED 1500 BASE FULL WRAP AROUND CARBON STEEL EDGE 12 STAINLESS STEEL INSERTS 6X2 PATTERN
Introducing the Tragedy series, with our new ERC camber! The nose on this powder board is reverse cambered to keep your nose up while keeping the base even to the tail to give you more stability while riding freshies. This super fun deck is a new addition to our freeride line-up featuring our E.S.P. II core and Muffle Walls. The flat base gives you the added stability over a full reverse cambered deck, and is a good alternative for riders that don’t like riding full reverse cambered decks. ERC CAMBER = FUN. FUN. FUN.
ARTWORK BY ze burnay
ERC CAMBER PROFILE
REVERSE CAMBER SIZES: 153, 155, 158, 160, 163, 166
E.S.P. ULTRA CORE FEATURING THE TORSION CONTROL PROFILE TTX TERRA WALLS (E.S.P.) RUBBER FOIL DAMPENING SYSTEM ULTRA SPEED 4000 BASE FULL WRAP AROUND CARBON STEEL EDGE 12 STAINLESS STEEL INSERTS 6X2 PATTERN
High End Performance. Super Light. Torsion Control Profile. Directional Twin. Our special blend core with our special X-wood and poplar contains horizontal laminates underneath the binding inserts for the ultimate ride. Our newly improved ESP Ultra core got lighter with the specially designed Torsion Control Profile that has been in R+D for a few years. A torsionally soft board that is torsionally stiff right at the feet. Carbon fiber is vertically laminated between the core laminates which keeps the core stiff without adding weight and makes the Memento Mori a truly responsive beast. Big mountain riding. All terrain freestyle. This is your deck. ARTWORK BY WASTED RITA
REVERSE CAMBER PROFILE
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