Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero Camber Snowboard | Earth | 2027
One Board. Every Mountain. No Excuses.
The Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero is the board that consistently gets called a quiver killer by riders who've tried everything else — because it genuinely is. Built for intermediate to expert riders who want one board that handles tight trees, icy groomers, side hits, and soft snow days without compromise, the Hometown Hero has a directional shape that floats like a freeride weapon and a twin flex that lets you ride it switch whenever you feel like it. The Earth colourway channels raw, organic energy — layered natural textures from artist Bosco Sodi on the base and sound wave patterns from Burton's Dom Berrini on the topsheet. It's a graphic as considered as the board underneath it.
The directional camber profile is what makes the Hometown Hero tick. Camber runs underfoot on both feet for powerful edge engagement, explosive pop, and the locked-in feel that confident riders at Buller, Falls Creek, and Hotham actually want on groomed snow — while a rockered nose lifts early in variable and soft conditions for float without sacrifice. Balanced Freeride Geometry centres the sidecut on your stance, so the board feels like a twin when you're riding flat base and transitions to a quick, directional carving machine when you tip it on edge. With 12mm of taper across every size, the nose floats in anything from groomed morning corduroy to the soft afternoon slush that Australian resorts serve up by 2pm.
The Super Fly II 700G core uses stronger, lighter woods targeted to specific zones of the core for pop, strength, and a lively response that doesn't fatigue across a full day. Dualzone EGD positions engineered wood grain perpendicular to the core along the toe and heel edges for more edge hold, response, and strength right where it matters most. 45° Carbon Highlights adds a full tip-to-tail carbon layer to the fiberglass matrix to reduce weight and fine-tune torsional feel — giving the board a precise, responsive feel without the stiffness that makes boards demanding. The Recycled Sintered WFO base is deeply wax-absorbent and built to stay fast across an entire season. Super Sap Epoxy cuts the carbon footprint of the resin by 50% compared to petroleum-based alternatives. The whole thing is built by Kiel-Nindl GmbH in Austria to Family Tree spec — and backed by a 3-year warranty.
Why Ride the Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero?
✅ Directional Camber Profile – Camber underfoot on both feet for powerful edge hold and explosive pop, with a rockered nose that lifts for float in variable and soft snow without sacrificing hard snow performance
✅ Balanced Freeride Geometry – Setback camber with a sidecut centred on your stance; twin feel when riding flat base, tight and quick directional turning on edge — the same board handles groomers and powder days
✅ 12mm Taper — Every Size – Consistent 12mm nose-to-tail taper across the full size range promotes effortless float and easy turn initiation in any condition
✅ Twin Flex – Perfectly symmetrical tip to tail; ride it regular, ride it switch, the flex pattern never fights you regardless of direction
✅ Super Fly II 700G Core with Dualzone EGD – Stronger and lighter targeted woods for zone-specific pop and strength; engineered wood grain along the toe and heel edges adds edge hold, response, and durability
✅ 45° Carbon Highlights – Full tip-to-tail carbon layer reduces overall weight and fine-tunes torsional feel for a precise, responsive ride that doesn't feel stiff or demanding
✅ Pro-Tip — Tapered Tip and Tail Thickness – Reduces swing weight at both ends for faster, easier turn initiation and better mobility in tight terrain
✅ Infinite Ride – Burton overbuilds the board, then machine breaks it in before it leaves the factory; the flex, pop, and feel you ride on day one is the feel you'll still have at the end of the season
✅ Recycled Sintered WFO Base – Extra-absorbent, high-density sintered material infused with specially formulated wax for an ultra-durable base that stays fast season after season
✅ Super Sap Epoxy – Bio-based resin that reduces the carbon footprint by 50% compared to conventional petroleum epoxy
✅ The Channel Mounting System – Compatible with all major bindings, not just Burton; ultimate stance adjustability without the limitations of traditional insert patterns
✅ Built by Kiel-Nindl GmbH, Austria – Family Tree quality construction in one of the world's most respected snowboard factories; 3-year manufacturer's warranty
Tech Specs
Terrain: All-Mountain / Freeride / Powder
Designed For: Intermediate–Expert | All-Mountain 7/10, Powder 8/10, Park 4/10
Board Shape: Freeride Directional
Flex: 7/10 – Medium-Stiff, Twin (symmetrical tip to tail)
Camber: Directional Camber — camber underfoot both feet, rockered nose
Taper: 12mm (nose to tail, all sizes)
Core: FSC Certified Super Fly II 700G — stronger/lighter targeted woods, Dualzone EGD
Glass: 45° Carbon Highlights — full tip-to-tail carbon layer, optimised fiberglass matrix
Base: Recycled Sintered WFO — deeply wax-absorbent, ultra-durable
Epoxy: Super Sap — bio-based, 50% lower carbon footprint vs petroleum epoxy
Binding Mount: The Channel — compatible with all major bindings
Features: Balanced Freeride Geometry, Pro-Tip, Infinite Ride
Built By: Kiel-Nindl GmbH, Austria
Warranty: 3 years from date of purchase
Board Specs
| Size (cm) | Effective Edge (mm) | Waist Width (mm) | Sidecut (m) | Rider Weight (kg) |
| 144 | 1057 | 240 | 6.6 | 45–68 |
| 148 | 1097 | 244 | 6.9 | 45–68 |
| 152 | 1137 | 248 | 7.2 | 54–82 |
| 156 | 1177 | 252 | 7.4 | 68–91 |
| 156W | 1177 | 260 | 7.4 | 68–91 |
| 160 | 1217 | 258 | 7.7 | 82–118+ |
| 160W | 1217 | 265 | 7.7 | 82–118+ |
| 165W | 1267 | 268 | 8.0 | 82–118+ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I size the Hometown Hero differently to a regular all-mountain board?
The Hometown Hero has a directional shape with a longer nose, which gives you more board in front of you than a twin of the same length. Many riders size down 2–4cm from what they'd ride in a traditional twin or all-mountain camber board — the directional shape and 12mm taper do the floating work, so you don't need the extra length. The 156 typically rides like a 159–160 all-mountain board in terms of float and stability, while remaining more nimble through trees. If you're between sizes, go with the weight range first, then boot size. Burton's weight ranges on the HTH are accurate and worth following. Call us on 03 9421 2293 or come into the store and we'll get you dialled.
Regular or wide — how do I know which to choose?
As a guide, boot size US 10 and under will typically ride the regular width without heel or toe drag. From US 10.5 upward, the 156W or 160W becomes the right call — those wide sizes add between 7–8mm of waist width over the regular equivalents. At US 11 and above, the wide is strongly recommended regardless. If you're right on the border, come into the store at 435A Bridge Rd Richmond or call 03 9421 2293 and we can talk through your binding setup and stance width to make the call confidently.
How does the Hometown Hero ride in Australia — and overseas?
At Buller, Falls Creek, and Hotham, the directional camber does exactly what Australian snow demands: it locks into firm, groomed, and icy groomers with confidence and doesn't wash out when the runs get tracked and scraped. The medium-stiff flex absorbs the chop and crud that builds through a busy day without bucking you, and the rockered nose lifts cleanly over variable surface snow rather than catching. When Perisher or Falls Creek gets a genuine dump, the 12mm taper and freeride directional shape float the nose without needing to ride in the backseat — it transitions between hard-snow precision and soft-snow float better than most boards in this category. This is a board that rewards riders who want to explore the whole mountain rather than lapping the same run all day. Take it to Japan and the same setup that carves Buller groomers with authority becomes a powder machine through Hokkaido's deep, dry lines — the tapered directional shape and rockered nose were built for exactly this. In Canada, whether you're threading tight trees in Whistler's back bowls or charging wide-open groomers in the Rockies, the twin flex lets you ride switch without penalty and the camber underfoot gives you the pop and stability to match bigger terrain with confidence.
What ability level is this board best for?
The Hometown Hero is rated intermediate to expert, but the medium-stiff flex (7/10) and directional camber mean it performs best in the hands of a confident intermediate who can commit to a turn — through to expert riders who want a versatile daily driver. The camber profile is not beginner-friendly; it rewards riders who drive through their heels and toes with intention rather than skidding turns. If you're still learning to link consistent turns, step down to something more forgiving first. If you're at the stage where you're exploring the whole mountain and want a board that doesn't limit you, this is it.
About Burton
Burton Snowboards was founded by Jake Burton Carpenter in 1977 in Londonderry, Vermont — the company that turned snowboarding from a backyard experiment into the sport it is today. The Family Tree collection represents Burton's highest-performance line, built in limited quantities to a higher standard than the core range and carrying a 3-year warranty. The Hometown Hero is built by Kiel-Nindl GmbH in Austria using FSC-certified wood cores, Super Sap bio-based epoxy, and a recycled sintered base — a board built to perform hard and tread lightly.
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