CAPITA Darkhorse 154 Austin Vizz LTD snowboard

Snowboard CAPITA Darkhorse 154 Austin Vizz LTD 2026

Dark Horse. /därk hôrs/ • noun. A competitor about whom little is known, who unexpectedly rises to success.

After claiming the opening segment in the cult classic Paper Tiger — his first-ever video part — Austin Vizz stepped into the spotlight and has never let go. Methodically climbing the ranks of the CAPiTA team with a workhorse mentality and an “actions speak louder than words” approach, Vizz has since been charging freestyle terrain in resorts and streets across the globe.

Hailing from Eastern Washington, Vizz honed his skills away from the spotlight, but the internet didn’t allow him to stay anonymous. From mind-bending clips and heavy tricks to global recognition — his statement has been made. No longer a “dark horse” — simply one of the most exciting young riders in the world of snowboarding today.

Dark Horse is a new, budget-friendly version of the team-favorite Outsiders model, excelling in park jumps, sidehits, and freestyle features. Stripped down to the essential technical components, it’s available in a wide range of sizes — both standard and Wide.

The Dark Horse uses its dynamic construction to deliver maximum power and performance.

A budget-minded construction for the progressing park and resort rider who loves jibbing, transitions, and creative riding.

The Dark Horse maximizes the power potential of a light and lively board within a wallet-friendly build. It delivers the pop and strength expected by advanced freestyle riders thanks to the proven combination of the Dual Core™ and Special Blend Fiberglass, additionally reinforced with full-length carbon inserts 2 x 30 mm Carbon Aramid Boosters.

The Dark Horse is a great new entry-level board in the CAPiTA lineup. It’s very agile, offers plenty of fun, and — most importantly — it’s easy to ride, forgiving, and capable of big things. Dark Horse features a traditional camber with an extended 4 cm contact point before the end of the effective edge, providing noticeably greater control, responsiveness, and stability.

RIDER TYPE:

RESORT + PARK

RIDER WEIGHT:

54 - 81kg

RIDER LEVEL:

beginner

intermediate

WIDTH:

standard

SHAPE:

true twin

FLEX:

twin 6/10

PROFILE:

• CAMBER: PARK V1 PROFILE – The PARK V1 camber configuration zeros out 4 cm before the end of the sidecut. Small zero-camber sections provide a more controlled ride while retaining the response and power of traditional camber. In short, PARK V1 camber boards are more stable and better on edge than classic full-camber boards.

TECHNICAL DETAILS:

• CORE: DUAL CORE™ – Lightweight and lively poplar combined with beech for added power and durability.

• FIBERGLASS: SPECIAL BLEND FIBERGLASS – Biax/Biax – an optimal, lighter-than-traditional biaxial fiberglass weave.
• RESIN: MAGIC BEAN™ RESIN – An eco-friendly resin used in all CAPiTA boards, produced with zero waste and zero greenhouse emissions. It delivers high performance with reduced heat demand, meaning lower energy consumption during board production. It allows the core to be lighter while maintaining structural integrity — making CAPiTA boards some of the lightest on the market!
• BASE: SUPERDRIVE™ BASE – A new technology combining the best of both worlds: the speed and hardness of a sintered base with the durability of an extruded one. If you don’t have time for frequent base maintenance, this board is for you. SUPERDRIVE™ belongs to the Sintruded category, merging advantages of both sintered and extruded bases. Produced under higher pressure and temperature, it achieves hardness comparable to many sintered bases, offering durability, damage resistance, and low-maintenance performance.

• EDGES: 360-degree HRC48 steel edges.
• SIDECUT: RADIAL – A sidecut shaped from a single radius, allowing turns to start and end on the same arc. This provides predictability, smooth edge hold, and easy control. Efficient, smooth, and versatile—radial sidecut is valued by riders of all skill levels for its natural feel and fluidity.
• SIDEWALL: Full ABS1000 sidewalls.
• INSERTS: Stainless steel 4x2 inserts.

EXTRAS:

• 2 x 30mm CARBON ARAMID BOOSTERS – Carbon strips along the full length of the board increase power and response while remaining lightweight. Aramid fibers improve vibration damping and overall durability.

MADE IN AUSTRIA! CAPiTA manufactures and develops new technologies in its own factory — a rarity in the industry. This gives them access to the best technologies for their own boards. CAPiTA MFG – The Mothership is an example of how modern production should operate: ZERO CO₂ emissions, renewable energy, and 98% of board materials sourced locally to reduce transport-related pollution. The factory even has its own test slope!

Which bindings should you choose for the CAPiTA Dark Horse snowboard?

The CAPiTA Dark Horse is a highly versatile board with a medium flex, ideal for park and resort riding. Our recommended bindings also feature medium flex and can be selected based on your preferred riding terrain.

Our suggestions:

• UNION Force Bindings – versatile, advanced all-mountain bindings; the most technically advanced option on this list.
• UNION Force Classic Bindings – a long-time bestseller from Union; a do-everything medium-flex binding with an excellent reputation.
• UNION Strata Bindings – classic freestyle-oriented bindings.
• UNION STR Bindings – all-mountain bindings for riders who spend most of their time on the resort and want strong all-mountain performance.