Covert Split
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Covert Split
153cm
415 North Lake Boulevard
415 North Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City CA 96145
United States
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- Best Use Freeride | Powder
- Shape Directional
- Profile Rocker/Camber
- Flex Stiff
Features
From the highest peaks on this planet to your local tree run, the Covert Splitboard is built for all mountain versatility in the backcountry. The tapered, directional shape with positive camber provides touring stability and confident edge hold, while early rise in the nose ensures reliable float when the snow gets deep.
A classic kick-tail brings freestyle inspired maneuverability whether threading technical terrain, riding switch, or adding creativity to your descent. Approachable yet capable, the Covert is equal parts tool and toy: efficient on the skin track, expressive on the ride down, and ready for whatever line lies ahead.
Handcrafted in Austria, the Covert Split is designed for riders who want one board to handle it all - versatile, dependable, and rooted in freeride progression.
About the redesign
In the spirit of “getting there” we brought Nick Russell in to add a magic touch to the new Covert and get it to that next stage of refinement. When the world’s top splitboarders bring insight, we implement. Nick loves the geometry of the Covert, but he saw an opportunity to modify some flex characteristics in the nose and tail to provide even more precision during his technical mountain exploits. What we created will take you from backyard laps to the wildest corners of the Earth.
The High Sierra is Nick’s home range. Known as the Range of Light, these mountains holdan allure that draws you in, a landscape of endless discovery. The 26/27 Covert graphic pays homage to this inspiring place, its layered topography revealing the flow of one of Nick’s favorite zones. Deep in the mountains, the Covert becomes his tool for exploration, tracing topo lines across his field of vision, leading him beyond the horizon, where new contours wait to be found.
*Reference the printed product card and this product page for specs on the 157 Covert. There was a small misprint on the topsheets of the 157s only. This resulted in incorrect specs on that size.
- Free Core 2.0 - FSC® Certified Poplar, Paulownia, Beech
- Carbon - Uni-directional carbon
- Fiberglass - Uni-directional hard glass topsheet + 2x layer biax top & bottom
- Sidewalls - Extruded ABS
- Base - Sintered P-Tex 3000
- Resin - Super Sap bio-based epoxy
- Clips - Karakoram
Technical Specs
| Best Use | Freeride | Powder |
|---|---|
| Shape | Directional |
| Profile | Rocker/Camber |
| Flex | Stiff |
| Width | Mid-Wide |
| Core | Poplar, Paulownia, Beech, Carbon Fiber. |
| Recommended Rider Weight | 153: 100-170lbs 157: 120-190lbs 161: 120-200lbs 164: 140-220lbs |
| Dimensions | 153: 30.6/26.0/29.1cm 157: 31.0/26.4/29.5cm 161: 31.4/26.8/29.9cm 164: 31.7/27.1/30.2cm |
| Effective Edge | 153: 1108mm 157: 1128mm 161: 1149mm 164: 1165mm |
| Sidecut Radius | 153: 7.4m 157: 7.7m 161: 8m 164: 8.3m |
| Stance Setback | 0cm |
Shipping & Returns
We offer free shipping on orders over $100. Most orders ship within 3 days or less.
Returns are accepted within 10 days of purchase, or within 10 days of receiving your online order. Items must be unused, with original tags attached and in original packaging.
Sale items, climbing and mountaineering gear, avalanche safety equipment, and demo gear are final sale and not eligible for return.
Need help? Email info@alpenglowsports.com or call (530) 583-6917.
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AI FAQs
AI generated FAQs about the Covert Split
Will this splitboard work for the kind of terrain I want to explore?
The Covert Split is built for all-mountain backcountry versatility, with a tapered directional shape, positive camber, and an early-rise nose. It is suited to freeride touring, technical terrain, tree runs, and deep-snow exploration.
How do I know if a splitboard is wide or narrow enough for my boots?
The Covert Split has waist widths from 26.0 cm on the 153 cm to 27.1 cm on the 164 cm, with 26.4 cm and 26.8 cm in between. Comparing these waist measurements to your boot sole length helps narrow down sizing, and our bootfitting team can help you dial in the right match for your boots and riding style.
Is this splitboard stable and responsive enough for steep or challenging terrain?
The Covert Split uses positive camber for touring stability and confident edge hold, while Nick Russell’s redesign refines nose and tail flex for added precision in technical mountain terrain. It is suited to technical freeride lines where you want stable tracking and precise control.
What kind of snow conditions is this splitboard best suited for?
The Covert Split is an all-mountain freeride board with an early-rise nose designed to provide reliable float when snow gets deep. It is suited to variable backcountry terrain and deep-snow descents, while positive camber adds confident edge hold.
How should I choose the right length for my height and weight?
Choose among the Covert Split’s four lengths using its rider-weight ranges: 153 cm for 100–170 lb, 157 cm for 120–190 lb, 161 cm for 120–200 lb, and 164 cm for 140–220 lb. The available size range runs from 153 cm to 164 cm.
Will this board float well in deep snow, or do I need a longer one?
The Covert Split's early-rise nose is designed to provide reliable float when the snow gets deep. This design means you can rely on the board's shape for flotation within its 153 cm to 164 cm length range rather than needing to size up for deep snow performance.