Slash Happy Place vs Slash ATV: Which Board Is For You?
Slash might be best known for their stand-out boards and the creative mind of Gigi Rüf: these boards are built to ride hard, and the Slash Happy Place and the Slash ATV are two of the most popular options in their line-up for very different reasons.
Whether you’re jibbing through park laps or charging a post-storm groomer, this quick side-by-side breakdown will help you figure out which one deserves a spot in your quiver this winter.
The Quick Hit
| Slash Happy Place | Slash ATV | |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | True Twin | Directional Twin |
| Camber Profile | Camrock (rocker/camber/rocker) | Traditional Camber |
| Flex | 5/10 | 7/10 |
| Riding Style | Park, playful freestyle | All-mountain, aggressive freestyle |
| Best For | Lapping the park, side hits, buttery play | Fast carves, jump lines, power and control |
| Rider Level | Intermediate to Advanced | Advanced to Expert |
Slash Happy Place: The Fun-Focused Freestyler
The Happy Place is one of those boards that’s just, well, happy. It’s loose, fun, forgiving and still surprisingly capable — especially if you like your snowboard sessions filled with side hits, flatground tricks and lapping the park with friends.
Its Camrock profile gives you enough edge hold from the camber underfoot, but with rockered tips to keep things catch-free and easy to press. The true twin shape means it rides switch just as easily, and the softer 5/10 flex keeps things mellow on landings or rails.
Key strengths:
- Jibbing, side hits, flatground fun
- Easy to press, butter and flick around
- Approachable ride for intermediate freestyle riders
Slash ATV: Camber-Powered Precision
The ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) lives up to its name. This is the powerhouse in Slash’s line-up, with a full camber profile and stiffer flex that rewards confident, aggressive riding. It’s the go-to board for riders who want to hit the jump line with speed, carve hard on groomers, or even take the occasional pow run.
The directional twin shape gives you that little bit of extra drive when pointing it forward, but it still handles switch tricks and landings with ease. Compared to the Happy Place, the ATV demands more from the rider — but gives back in terms of stability, control and pop.
Key strengths:
- Strong carver with tons of energy
- Responsive and precise at high speeds
- Loves big jumps, backcountry booters and technical freestyle
So… Which One Should You Ride?
- Go for the Happy Place if you’re a park rat at heart, want a playful daily driver, or are working on freestyle progression without getting bucked. It’s got a forgiving ride that still holds its own in a mix of conditions.
- Choose the ATV if you’re all about power, precision and camber-driven confidence. It’s not the soft, cruisy board for lazy laps — this one wants to go fast, go big and reward commitment.
Final Thoughts
You can’t really go wrong with either — Slash knows how to design fun boards. The key difference is flex and intent. The Happy Place is playful, forgiving and park-focused, while the ATV is stiff, locked-in, and more suitable for high-speed freestyle domination. If you’re into spinning off side hits and tweaking butters, the Happy Place is your jam. If you like pointing it and holding an edge like your life depends on it, the ATV might be your new favourite ride.
