Handling/Responsiveness
Testers found the Poparazzi hopped to attention on steeps, floated dreamily on powder, and turned quickly in the trees—all showcasing its quick handling on edge. That said, the mixed-wood core could use more response—riders were left wanting when it came to popping off rollers. And testers wanted more contact on hardpack—the board got squirrelly at times.

Park/Pop
Our petite testers had a blast lapping the park on the Poparazzi, but the rest found it lacked the enthusiasm they wanted when launching off a lip. It’s so lightweight, however, it was a cinch to spin.

Versatility In All Types of Snow
Powder? Please. Ungroomed in the trees? Check. Corduroy? Bring it on. But the Poparazzi loses its composure as soon as it hits icy hardpack.

Stiffness
Because the Poparazzi was torsionally more stiff than their women’s boards in the past, our female testers were reporting that this was the best Arbor board they’d ridden. In the past, Arbor’s female boards were noodly—best for park or beginner riders. The new added stiffness invited the Poparazzi to hold its own on steeps, maneuver and respond through mellow bumps and still be playful in the trees—it got rave reviews on all three.

Value
At $300, the Poparazzi is at least $100 less than most women’s boards but hits the sweet spot between a playful-yet-serious level of flex, stability you can count on, and precise edge-to-edge response.