Updated September 29, 2025
I’ve been stubborn about the Ride Warpig for years. Everyone raves about it, every shop pushes it and half the park crew seems to have one. So of course I rolled my eyes and avoided it. I don’t like being told what to ride (ah, the irony).
But curiosity won. I got on the 2026 Warpig this season and… well… I get it now. This thing is weird, rowdy and stupidly fun. It’s also not perfect, but in a way that almost makes me like it more.
I rode it in slush, pow, chopped-up crud and on park jumps. I’ll tell you where it shines, where it doesn’t and whether it’s actually worth you joining the cult of the Pig.
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Full Review
I’m 174 cm, around 210 lbs (95 kilos) and usually ride a stiff directional board for freeride. My daily driver is a 159W with some bite to it. The Warpig was way outside my usual comfort zone – short, wide and shaped like someone chopped off the nose with a kitchen knife.
I rode the 154 Warpig for a couple weeks at Jackson Hole and Snowbird. First day was spring slush, then we got lucky with a storm and I took it into deeper snow. I also lapped it through chopped crud, side hits and even a couple park laps to see if all the hype about it being “the board that does everything” had any truth to it.
Board Specs
The 2026 Ride Warpig comes in a handful of lengths, all on the shorter and wider side. I rode the 154, which is pretty much the sweet spot if you’re not a giant and want that balance of stability without losing the quick, slashy feel. It’s got a modern directional shape with just a touch of taper and an early rise nose, paired with camber underfoot so it still feels locked in when you’re actually laying down a carve.
Flex sits around medium stiff, which gives it backbone for charging but just enough give to keep it fun. The core is mostly poplar with carbon for snap, and the sintered base is quick enough to notice when the snow turns grabby. Everything about it is built around that idea of riding shorter and wider for a surfy, slashy all-mountain feel.
1. Edge Hold
For a short and wide board the Warpig holds its edge way better than you’d expect. On firm morning groomers I leaned it over and it stayed locked in without slipping out. It is not a razor sharp freeride board but it lets you carve with confidence. The only time I noticed some give was when I pushed really hard through fast transitions edge to edge. Then it buzzed a little. But 95 percent of the time it felt secure and predictable.
2. Pop
The board has good snap underfoot. It is not that kind of explosive pop that launches you upwards but it is plenty lively for side hits and natural features. I could ollie rollers and get that nice rebound without feeling like the board was dead. On bigger takeoffs it feels stable but if you only chase huge jumps you might want a little more kick.
3. Freestyle
This is where the board shines for me. Because it is short you can whip it around in tight spots and it spins easily. I felt super comfortable throwing 180s and 360s without much setup. It presses fine too although it is not a noodle so you still have to put some weight into it. Riding switch is possible but not perfect since the shape is directional and you feel that difference once you land. For casual park laps and side hits it is a ton of fun.
4. Powder
In fresh snow the Warpig floats far better than its length suggests. That wide nose and rocker up front keep it on top even when things get deep. I had a couple of storm days where I never felt like I was sinking. It planes quickly and keeps speed without bogging down. It is not a full freeride powder gun so if you are hunting bottomless lines every day you might want more board. But for most resort powder days it is plenty.
5. Build Quality
I rode the board hard through mixed conditions and it held up great. The base took wax nicely and felt fast all week. Edges stayed true after hitting some crud and even a few rocks. The board never felt soggy or softening up with time. The sidewalls do a good job of taking out chatter without making the board feel heavy. After a solid stretch of use I would still trust it to handle anything on the hill.
6. Pros & Cons
Who Is The Ride Warpig For?
The Warpig works for riders who like messing around all over the hill. It’s quick edge to edge, wide enough to stay stable, and still has enough guts for side hits and tree runs. If you like the idea of riding something shorter that doesn’t feel like a toy, it’s a good fit.
Who It's NOT For
If you live for bombing groomers or you want the precision of a freeride board, you’ll get frustrated here. Same if you’re a full-time park rat who spends half the day riding switch. The Warpig can dip into those lanes, but it’s not made to live there.
Total beginners should probably also steer clear, at least until you’re familiar with more traditional board shapes.
Final Thoughts
The Ride Warpig 2026 is still one of the most fun boards I’ve ridden in a long time. It takes that whole idea of riding shorter and wider and makes it work without feeling like a gimmick. You size down, you get a wider platform and it still feels stable at speed. That is impressive.
But it’s not a magic bullet. If you are a rider who wants carving performance like a stiffer directional board, you might find it a little loose. If you want to press and butter all over the park, it is too stiff for that. It sits in the middle. Playful enough to keep things interesting but serious enough that you do not outgrow it in a season.
What I liked most is how easy it was to just hop on and trust it. No learning curve, no weird quirks. It builds confidence in the trees and side hits, and you can still lay it over on edge when the groomers are empty.
So do I think everyone should own a Warpig? No. But if you are tired of riding the same all mountain twin and want something that brings back a bit of stoke every time you strap in, this board delivers. It is not perfect but it does not need to be. It is fun… and that is the point.
