{"product_id":"prior-khyber-splitboard","title":"Prior Khyber Splitboard","description":"\u003cheader class=\"text-center mb-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrior Khyber Splitboard – Directional Powder Split for Deep Days, Tight Trees \u0026amp; Surf-Inspired Turns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Canadian-made \u003cstrong\u003ePrior Khyber Splitboard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a long-running backcountry favorite for riders who prioritize \u003cstrong\u003epowder performance\u003c\/strong\u003e without giving up control when conditions get tracked, wind-affected, or firm. Built around a wide, shovel-style nose, generous sidecut, and a tapered directional outline, the Khyber is designed to float naturally, slash easily, and keep you fresh on deep days—especially in trees and tighter terrain. Upgraded with Spark R\u0026amp;D Hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Khyber’s directional shape and taper help the tail sink in soft snow to reduce back-leg burn and keep the board feeling \u003cstrong\u003esurfy and maneuverable\u003c\/strong\u003e when it’s deep. It’s the split you reach for when the forecast says “all day blower,” but you still want a board that can handle real backcountry variability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Rocker + Tapered Directional Shape – Float, Quick Turns \u0026amp; Confident Edge Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Khyber features Prior’s \u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Rocker\u003c\/strong\u003e design: rocker in the tip and tail for effortless float and smoother turn entry, paired with traditional camber underfoot for \u003cstrong\u003estability, rebound, and edge hold\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combined with its wider nose and directional taper, the Khyber is built to feel quick and intuitive in deep snow while staying predictable when you need to set an edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIf your ideal touring day is pillows, tree lines, playful chutes, and open bowls, anything that rewards fast direction changes and a surfy style, the Khyber is purpose-built for that kind of riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction – Quad-Glass (Quad-axial E-Glass) for a Responsive, Durable Ride\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFor the \u003cstrong\u003ePrior Khyber Splitboard\u003c\/strong\u003e, we’re focusing this build on \u003cstrong\u003eQuad-Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e (Prior’s standard \u003cstrong\u003equad-axial E-glass\u003c\/strong\u003e layup). It’s a proven balance of durability, torsional stability, and consistent feel, ideal for riders who want a dependable daily-driver splitboard that stands up to hard use in variable snow, and the occasional firm traverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXTC Carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e is also available as a lightweight upgrade option from Prior if you’re prioritizing weight savings on longer missions, just contact us to get that special ordered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directional Powder \/ Freeride Splitboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamber\/Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Rocker\u003c\/strong\u003e (rocker tip\/tail with camber underfoot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDirectional\u003c\/strong\u003e with a wide shovel nose and tapered tail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMid-flex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuad-Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e (quad-axial E-glass)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vertically laminated Aspen\/Poplar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSidewalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e UHMW polyethylene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4001 \u003cstrong\u003eSintered\u003c\/strong\u003e Durasurf™\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep snow touring, tight trees, pillow lines, playful freeride lines, riders who want effortless float with camber-backed control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrior Khyber Splitboard (Quad-Glass construction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpark R\u0026amp;D Tip\/Tail Clips and Fixie Clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-finished base and edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Through AQ Outdoors Calgary \u0026amp; Edmonton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eShop the \u003cstrong\u003ePrior Khyber Splitboard\u003c\/strong\u003e through \u003cstrong\u003eAQ Outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e in Calgary and Edmonton. We’ll help you choose sizing and dial in a complete setup with bindings and skins for your terrain—whether you’re hunting tree stashes mid-winter or planning deeper spring missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- Accordion FAQ + Styles --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root {\n    --brand: #0f766e;\n    --brand-ink: #0b524d;\n    --text: #101828;\n    --subtle: #667085;\n    --bg: #ffffff;\n    --border: #e5e7eb;\n    --radius: 14px;\n    --shadow: 0 10px 20px rgba(16,24,40,.06), 0 2px 6px rgba(16,24,40,.06);\n    --speed: .28s;\n  }\n  .product-faq { margin: 2rem 0; padding: 0; }\n  .product-faq h2 {\n    font-size: clamp(1.4rem, 1.1rem + 1vw, 1.9rem);\n    line-height: 1.2;\n    margin: 0 0 1rem;\n    color: var(--text);\n  }\n  .faq {\n    background: var(--bg);\n    border: 1px solid var(--border);\n    border-radius: var(--radius);\n    box-shadow: var(--shadow);\n    margin: 0 0 .9rem;\n    padding: 0;\n    overflow: clip;\n  }\n  .faq \u003e summary {\n    list-style: none;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr auto;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: .75rem;\n    padding: 1rem 1.1rem 1rem 1.2rem;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    color: var(--text);\n    transition: background var(--speed), color var(--speed);\n  }\n  .faq \u003e summary:hover { background: color-mix(in srgb, var(--brand) 8%, #fff); }\n  .faq \u003e summary::after {\n    content: \"\";\n    width: 12px;\n    height: 12px;\n    border-right: 2px solid var(--subtle);\n    border-bottom: 2px solid var(--subtle);\n    transform: rotate(-45deg);\n    transition: transform var(--speed), border-color var(--speed);\n  }\n  .faq[open] \u003e summary::after { transform: rotate(45deg); border-color: var(--brand); }\n  .faq[open] \u003e summary { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border); color: var(--brand-ink); }\n  .faq .answer {\n    padding: .9rem 1.2rem 1.15rem;\n    color: var(--subtle);\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    animation: faqSlide var(--speed) ease both;\n  }\n  @keyframes faqSlide {\n    from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(-2px); }\n    to { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(0); }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"faq-heading\" class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq-heading\"\u003ePrior Khyber Splitboard – Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat type of rider is the Khyber Split best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe Khyber is ideal for riders who want a \u003cstrong\u003epowder-focused directional splitboard\u003c\/strong\u003e that feels quick and surfy in deep snow, especially in \u003cstrong\u003etight trees\u003c\/strong\u003e, pillows, and playful freeride terrain.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the Khyber so good in powder?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe Khyber combines a \u003cstrong\u003ewide shovel nose\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003etapered directional tail\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep the front end floating naturally while letting the tail sink, helping reduce back-leg burn and making turns feel effortless in deep snow.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Hybrid Rocker profile ride?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003ePrior’s \u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Rocker\u003c\/strong\u003e uses rocker in the nose and tail for float and smoother turn entry, plus \u003cstrong\u003ecamber underfoot\u003c\/strong\u003e for stability, rebound, and dependable edge hold when conditions are firm or variable.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy choose Quad-Glass construction?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuad-Glass (quad-axial E-glass)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a durable, performance-focused layup that delivers a \u003cstrong\u003eresponsive, long-lasting ride\u003c\/strong\u003e with strong torsional stability, perfect for riders who want dependable feel and keep more beer money in your pocket.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs XTC Carbon available for the Khyber?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eYes, Prior offers \u003cstrong\u003eXTC Carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e as a lightweight upgrade option to reduce weight versus the standard Quad-Glass construction. Call to order.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size Khyber should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eThe Khyber works well similar to your resort board sizing. Generally upsizing is not required with this board. Sizing depends on rider weight, boot size, and whether you prioritize quick maneuverability (trees) or stability at speed (open alpine). If you share your \u003cstrong\u003eheight\/weight\/boot size\u003c\/strong\u003e, we can recommend the right length and width.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prior","offers":[{"title":"156 \/ Quad-Glass \/ 30 Years - Pink","offer_id":47540548075741,"sku":"PriorKYGlass156","price":1219.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"160 \/ Quad-Glass \/ 30 Years - Pink","offer_id":47540548108509,"sku":"PriorKYGlass160","price":1219.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9211\/7571\/files\/Prior_Khyber_Splitboard.jpg?v=1772584709","url":"https:\/\/aqoutdoors.com\/fr\/products\/prior-khyber-splitboard","provider":"AQOutdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}