There are a number of characteristics that can define the difference, but
the lines are frequently blurred. The typical freestyle board is a twin tip
(equal width tip and tail, hole pattern centered on the board, and tip and
tail rises are the same). These boards also typically have a softer flex
pattern. Freeride boards are typically directional in nature. This can
encompass a lot of things but not always all of them. They include: lower
tail than shovel, stiffer tail than shovel, narrower tail than shovel,
binding inserts closer to tail.

All of these different characteristics contribute to different performance
properties. Some people like a stiffer tail in the park to facilitate
landings and ollies. Others prefer a twin for doing rail tricks. Many
people have a great time on a directional freeride board in the park or
pipe. It really depends on the board you select, your weight, your height,
and your application.

--
Sean Martin
Donek Snowboards Inc.

http://www.donek.com/
phone:877-53-DONEK


"mike kim" wrote in message
om...
If you have two same length boards, can you pick a freeride board or
freestyle? What makes them different physically?