Martin Snowboards: A New Chapter in Carving

For decades, Donek Snowboards has been a trusted name among riders who want more from their gear—especially those chasing precision, performance, and power in carving. Inspired by carving icon Ryan Knapton, Donek carved out its reputation as a go-to brand for riders who demand boards that hold an edge and push limits.

But in the fast-paced snowboard world, a gap remained. While Donek specialized in custom builds, there wasn’t an already-made, high-quality carving snowboard available for riders who didn’t want to wait for a fully custom order. That’s where Martin Snowboards comes in.

The Beginning of Martin Snowboards

Martin Snowboards is the brainchild of Sean Martin, a master craftsman who has been designing, building, and customizing snowboards since 1987. With decades of experience at Donek, Sean recognized the growing demand for a ready-to-ride carving board that could deliver the same elite feel without the long wait.

Instead of sticking with industry norms, Sean set out to innovate. Martin Snowboards feature extra-wide platforms paired with longer sidecuts than the standard carving board, giving riders more stability, edge hold, and confidence while pushing themselves on the slopes.

Filling the Carving Gap

For too long, carving riders had limited options: settle for a standard all-mountain board that didn’t quite deliver, or wait months for a custom order. Martin Snowboards changes that.

By offering a pre-built, high-performance carving board, Sean and his team are filling that gap in the market. Riders can now step onto a board designed specifically for carving, built by a legend in the industry, and enjoy the ride without compromise.

The Models: RKT and RKT-MINT

For its debut season, Martin Snowboards is focusing on one flagship model—the RKT. Built for aggressive carvers who want to feel locked into every turn, the RKT is precision engineering at its finest.

Alongside it comes a sub-model, the RKT-MINT, designed specifically for women and smaller riders. With the same carving DNA but in a size and flex tuned for lighter riders, it ensures that no one is left out of the carving revolution.

Looking Ahead

This season marks the start of something big. Martin Snowboards isn’t just making boards—they’re building a movement for carvers who want to push themselves and the sport forward.

From day-one carvers to seasoned riders looking for something fresh, Martin Snowboards is about delivering joy, performance, and progression in every ride.

As Sean Martin himself might put it: after nearly 40 years of building snowboards, this is about more than just boards—it’s about making people happy carving.