Burton

Family Tree Backseat Driver Pow Surfing Snowboard - 2026

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I couldn’t stop grinning the first time I rode the Backseat Driver. It’s wild how stable it feels for a binding-free board. The wide nose and 3D shape float effortlessly in soft snow, and the directional taper gives you just enough control when you lean back and let it flow. It’s the perfect mix of surf and snowboard—ideal for backyard laps or powder hikes."

Who It’s For

Adventurous Riders and Pow-Surfers:

Built for intermediate to expert riders ready to ditch bindings and embrace the surfy side of snow. Whether you’re hiking local hills, exploring mellow backcountry zones, or just chasing snow wherever it falls, this board rewards balance, creativity, and a sense of play.

What It’s For

Pow Surfing and Freeride Freedom:

Made for pure, strap-free fun in powder, trees, and rolling terrain. The Backseat Driver’s surf-inspired shape with a 25mm taper gives you natural float and maneuverability, while the directional flex helps it carve, slash, and spin without any bindings. Take it to the backyard, golf course, or the skin track—the stoke is built in.

Why We Like It

Playfulness, Float, and Simplicity United:

We love how the Backseat Driver strips snowboarding back to its roots—no bindings, no fuss, just flow. The Super Fly® 800G core keeps it light and poppy, while the Directional Flat Top bend maintains control in deep powder. It’s approachable enough for experimenting, yet technical enough for real freeride fun. Add the included leash, and it’s ready to go anywhere there’s snow.