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WTB: Board, Boots, Bindings. Anyone near Vail/Beaver Creek. ASAP

AFISurfer1 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:07:17 GMT

I move to Vail tomorrow (Sunday Nov. 22) and I'm looking for board, boots, bindings, jacket, pants, gloves, goggles, etc...I'm not looking for crap, but I'm also not looking for a slightly discounted expensive new board. I'm looking for between a 156 and 161 with boots and bindings that will fit a 10.5 boot. I'm looking for a more of an all mountain board in good condition. Something preferrably only a season old if that.

As far as the outerwear is concerned I'm 6'3 and 165. I wear a Large Jacket and my waist is 32/32. If anyone can help me out with any of this reply with what you have and preferably pics. I won't have a vehicle so I need it delivered or meet you somewhere around Vail.

I know this is short notice, but I need to purchase this by tomorrow (Sunday). I get in town around 3 so if there's anyone out there in this location with gear for sale please reply. Thanks a lot!

How does the joystick's v-rocker feel off kickers?

adamlkspowder — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 01:47:01 GMT

Sure v rocker sounds great on rails and boxes, but I like kickers more. How will it handle the take offs and landings? Stability? Starting to spin off the lip? Landing after a big spin? washout? I'm comparing the joystick 57 to a custom x 58 on how they handle jumps.

2010 LTD. CUSTOM V-ROCKER question

mutinyclothing — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:25:08 GMT

What is the LTD. in the LTD. CUSTOM V-ROCKER? I know it's limited but what's so limited about it? Also I don't see it listed on the board base sticker, I only see Grip & Rip Edge Tune.
Does this board have Pressure Distribution Edges?

Thanks

burton verdict

cough133 — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:22:49 GMT

does anyone on here know anything about this board. i have seen it in stores, but nothing on this or any other sites ever. i heard something about it being a limited edition. what is the story on this mystery board and is it any good?

Board for Snowkiting

bermudabums — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:45:57 GMT

The ideal snowkite seems to have low radius sidecut, preferably true twin (since most will ride 80% heelside in both directions), with higher stiffness (since travelling at signficant speed).

Any suggestions on the ideal board -- I'm considering the Twin, but am somewhat concerned about it's stiffness level (too soft)....and am considering Custom X for stiffness, but not sure if the fact that it is "directional" will affect riding switch (mainly heelside both directions) for the bulk of my riding.

I'm an intermediate rider...I dont' want a dedicated "snowkite board" since I will also use this on the mountain as an all terrain/freeride board. I don't spend much time in the park, but may spend up to 20% of my time there in the future. I currently have a 2007 Custom 162.

Any thoughts appreciated.

Thanks,
Ross

Oh-Ten diecut / sticker thread

Wes Bourne — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:45:35 GMT

Where's the usual diecut thread where we all get to peep the results of your artistic musings (Spenser?), whack n00b sticker jobs, as well as get to thank Ashy for providing?

09 Fix vs 09 ConDom

iCeDuNiNc — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:46:13 GMT

I am stuck between both boards, heres the thing both are at relatively affordable prices for me but differ in waist width. I have size 10.5 boots and run L bindings, my issue is that the 52mm width on the Fix may not be wide enough, the ConDom on the other hand is 54mm's in width and a little more affordable. I have had to ride with toe drag before, and it is not something which I would like to do again. I ride 15 and -15 if that helps at all, any information or tips would be awesome guys

Supermodel X vs Fish

Rider X — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:56:19 GMT

Want to add a powderboard and would like a little help. I do know that the physical features are quite different between the Supermodel X and the Fish. I have two questions:

1) will the SMX be able to take tight trees, as well as, be fun enough in wide open bowls compared to the fish? and,

2) is the Fish good enough on groomers to not need the SMX?

I appretiate your feedback. Thanks.

Easy Livin Flying V out of stock?

snake33 — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:52:14 GMT

Does anyone know if the Easy Livin Flying V is permanently out of stock at Burton this season? Or will they make more? I was going to get this board through my shop, but we havn't received our cards yet. Am I just *** out of luck?

Sale: Uninc, Dom, ESTs, Cartels, boots

notrub — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 02:14:24 GMT

Hey everyone,

I'm parting with some gear, 1.) because I NEED some extra cash to make my final payments for my college courses, and 2.) 'cause I realize that I don't ride this gear nearly enough, so I don't need it sitting around my room.

-2008 Uninc 54, excellent condition. Only used three times, no rails/jibbing. $270

-2008 Uninc EST tie dye bindings, medium. Only used twice, plus the couple times that Shralp rode them. great condition. $110

-2006/07(?) Dominant 50, ridden maybe 6 or 7 days. Has some scratches amd scrapes on the TOPSHEET edge, but no severe gashes or anything on the base. Normal wear and tear from a week ridden board with not much rail contact. $130

-2006/07(?) Cartel bindings, medium. 8 or 9 days on them. Kelly Green, good condition. A peice of aluminum(?) that surrounds the ankle strap screws that connect it to the base is bent and coming up a bit on one of the bindings, but it doesn't affect the ride, purely cosmetic. $70

-2006 Burton Ruler boot, Size 9. Maybe 6 days on them, broken in and comfy, great condition for what they are. $40

-2008 Burton Shuan White boot, Size 8.5. 2 days on them, extremely comfy boot, just too small for me. Great condition. $80

Sorry for the shitty camera phone pictures, and if you need more of any specific angle or part, let me know. PM if interested.

ready to upgrade...whatt'ya think?

Zonasteez — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:43:20 GMT

I've been riding my Burton Blunt for a few years now and I feel like I'm ready to move to a nicer board, or at least one aimed more towards all mountain and a longer length. I feel like the blunt slows me down, probably because it's a 155 but I'm def ready for a new board, this one is thrashed. I thought maybe the mayhem because people compare it to the custom and it's not so steep on pricing but some people say it's sluggish? What's the farm like? Any suggestions? thanks all!

That age old question is a Malolo right for me? if so what size?

qwertyuiop7 — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:08:24 GMT

Spent the last 3 evenings searching the forums but not able to find a definite answer so here goes.

What size Malolo should I get?????

My current boards are 2004 166cm custom, 169cm K2 Ambush and a 175cm Volkl Selecta (with an enclosed swallow tail)
I tend to ride the K2 if there has been no fresh snow, but as soon as it fall i swap to the volkl as I seem to struggle with the K2 in deeper powder, back leg burn, slow to turn, and generally not much fun. My ability (or lack of it) probably pays a part in this. The volkl has its good and bad points its fantastic in wide open powder fields, dead stable, really easy and relaxing
to ride a proper long board surfy feel to it, but again probably due to my lack of ability its a nightmare in the trees and
when tight turns are needed. Its ok back on the piste when the resort is tracked out but it wouldn't be my first choice of
board for groomers. I am prepared to sacrifice the bad points for the few "king of the world" moments as you are floating across a huge bowl.

But i often ask myself can I have that enjoyment more of the time, a Malolo might be just what I need and it will hopefully end up being by board of choice for 90% of my ridding (Selecta for 5% after 3 ft of fresh when I fancy a cruise and the Custom or K2 for the other 5% when its icy as hell and im stuck on the piste full time)

Looking at new old stock, as I can't really afford or justify some new ICS compatible bindings, managed to find a 2008 model
in 162 and 166.

The Burton site has always suggested you down size by 2-4 cms but is that 2-4cms from your normal all mountain board i.e. your custom or is it 2-4 down from you super tanker sized powder specific board.??

I'm 5'11, just the wrong side of 210 pounds (95kg) probably 220ish with all my gear and safety stuff on.

My riding is mainly in the European alps, 60% of it is what you would refer to as resort powder riding, off piste in 6inches+ of fresh stuff on top or old tracks, with a few hikes into the Backcountry with proper bottomless pow, no park, no pipe and definitely no rails!!. still saving up for a heli trip. Getting on a bit know, wrong side of 40 so non of these young mans tricks anymore. Poor snow and the custom will come out but touch wood I have normally had plenty of fresh snow at some point during my trips. The resorts and the time of year I visit mean I have fresh stuff to go at days after the storm. I drive to the resorts so one more board is no worries.

Should I go with a 162, and be slightly over the suggested weight limit in the catalogue but 4cms down from my 166 custom or go with the 166 malolo which has a upper weight range of 210+ but I have not down sized from my custom.

I imagine the longer board would be better in the deep and steep bowls but lose out to the shorter 162 in the trees and back on the piste.

Or will I struggle to notice 4cms difference and just get what I can find cheapest??

Or push the boat out and try to justify a 2010 model with s rocker? $500 more with bindings but the rocker may mean I can ride it a bit shorter.

Thanks for taking the time to help

Regards

Phil

Feelgood, G-twin or Stria - some advice please

uknowy — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:51:57 GMT

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Holla,

Here’s the story: my g/f rides some old ass 153 Rossi board which is so stiff that she can’t bend it, butter it etc. She was thinking of getting something shorter, more playful and flexy for park riding, but my intention is to give her a board which will be fun to use all over the mountain since she’s a pretty experienced rifer and she just needs to switch to a more fun board. She's something like 130 lbs max

So, I’m choosing between a 149-150 ordinary Feelgood, Gtwin or Stria for a girl that knows how to ride and I think she doesn’t need a “noodle” board.

Will be thankful for any info on these, which one of them is more or less stiff\flexy and versatile for various conditions?

Also, if Stria is women’s X8, why is it no longer available in the new season?

Somebody have try the Love 2010 board ???

Frank22 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:49:52 GMT

Any feedback ??

t6 board question ! Channel system = Binding EST ?

JayTaank — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:33:10 GMT

Thanks a lot !

help!! i think i ruined my board!!!

hooligan — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:47:46 GMT

I just got a new burton board and it had a free ride pass sticker on it. I tried to peel it off for hours and couldnt get it so i sprayed some goo gone on it which is like a sticker removal spray and now u can see a big spot where it was sprayed and its rough to the touch I think it took like the layer off of the top??? is that wax? can it be fixed? please help

thanks

is it really time for the oh-eleven thread already?

Spenser? — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:50:45 GMT

god damnit.. im still just getting used to 2010...

What 09 do I just NEED to get??? Solid rider

j2c — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:13:34 GMT

Hello all

After getting my entire kit bag yanked at the conclusion of last season, I am looking to rebuild the set-up from scratch. I have been running the same set-up for the past 4-5 years and am pretty oblivious to where things are at.

I am a pretty competent rider, having done 2 full seasons amongst annual visits to Japan and Canada. I'm looking for something fairly 'all mountain'. If any of u guys have done Niseko yet, u'll know the powder is caarazzzyy. Love playing with mates and family on groomed stuff as well and head to the park for a blast here and there. My last board was hell stiff and useless for buttering around, was also a bit long at 160. Want to slip a lot more cheeky style into my runs and get a more comfort on the rail without sacrificing mountain performance.

I am 180cm (just under 5'11") and around 80kg (180lbs), wear size 10 boots. Guys, I am a blank canvass - paint me.

Definitely need some board buying help

Jooshh — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:16:08 GMT

Hey guys, so last year I got my level 2 CASI. With this upgrade I get a nice prodeal, so I logged onto Burton prodeal aaan realized although I know a bit about riding, I know pretty much nothing about boards.

So, I'm hoping for a non-directional board that can pretty much do everything. I moved to Vancouver this year, so I want to be able to hit anything and everything at whistler, and at the same time get more and more into park.

I thought the Jussi would help me with that, but some guy in a shop told me it might be out of my grasp and a Love might be more suitable. No Loves left on the pro deal, so can anyone give me some suggestions for board/binding combos for what I'm looking for? Thank you very much.

v-rocker

quakeroats — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:11:45 GMT

do you think the v-rocker is good if i do 70% trail ride and 30% terrain park

no stickers

ryno — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 21:27:18 GMT

I just purchased a whole new burton setup board boots bindings. I know burton kicks ass but why no stickers with their gear?I just dropped a grand and they are too cheap to throw a sticker in the box. Am I supposed to go to a boardshop just to buy a sticker. You would think the free advertising alone would promote burton to toss in a little something extra for their loyal customers.I just want to represent the product I believe in by putting one on my mountain mobile, because everyone knows chicks dig guys who ride burton gear.

Updated: FS Uninc 159 and Analog Asset Jacket blue floral

kbasa — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 04:21:32 GMT

EDIT: The 157 got sold but I have a used 159 in good condition for sale and I decided to keep the hover pants

Here's some pictures of the jacket and I'll post pictures of the board via PM

Fabric detail, it has a pattern on the material which "pops" in certain lights, you can see it best on the dark blue:

Front

Back

Is a 160cm Clash too small for someone who's 6'1" (184cm) tall?

Alacazam — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:57:59 GMT

Hi there --

I'm about 159lb (72kg) with size 10 Burton Moto boots.

According to Burton's sizing chart for the Clash a 160cm board should be a good length.

However I'm 6'1" (184cm) and various sizing charts I've seen seem to suggest that a slightly longer board would be a better fit for my height?

The Bullet seems to be the wide equivalent of the Clash and it goes up to 164cm.

But the Bullet is a wide board - I gather they're generally for shoe sizes bigger than 10 and the Bullet sizing chart implies the 164cm is for someone a little heavier than me?

I get the impression that both the Clash and the Bullet are good first boards - I'm a skier who's switching to boarding for this season and I'm looking for something that'll be *really* easy to ride (so I don't keep feeling "this slope would be way more fun on skies") - and once I develop a better idea of the feel I'm looking for I can stick with the board or move to something different next season.

So any thoughts? Should I go with the 160cm Clash?

Regards,

/George

Old guy must replace his 2000 FL Project...advice please?

vrecksler — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:06:44 GMT

OK, so my storage locker at my appartment is now empty thanks to a tennant who was evicted and decided that while he was cleaning out his own locker, he may as well take care of his neighbours too.

In that locker was my beloved FL Project 162 and 157. Before buying the FL's my previous Burton's were a couple of Customs (155 and 159) but I found they were a bit too soft. When the FL's came out I was hooked and never tried another board.

Almost a decade later, board technology has changed a lot and I have no clue what the different lines are like now.

I am an experienced rider who spends most of the time freeriding in various conditions; I prefer powder days at Baker but I often get stuck with hardpack on the local North Vancouver mountains. I would say about 35-40% of the time I am doing park or slope style riding, but with no rails as they scare the crap out of me (cracked my tail bone on one many years ago and that was enough!).

I do ride fast though, regardless of the surface and that is where I found the early Custom's to be lacking as they couldn't hold their edge well enough.

I did some lurking on this board and it seems like a CustomX or Custom V Rocker would work for me, but I may be able to do OK with a T6 as well. My FL's were directional (core and shape) and I had no problem's riding switch so I don't think I need a twin.

I would appreciate any feedback or advice on whether I am on the right track in terms of a CustomX, Custom V Rocker, T6 type board or if I am missing the mark completely. I just want one board this time around as I don't compete anymore (used to do banked slalom and boardercross) and just want to keep it simple. :)

Thanks,
Bradley

flying V spec's confusion

snoman — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:00:50 GMT

Just picked up the Flying V the other day and notice some differences in the spec's between what the sticker says vs the board/wed site. The sticker states that this is a park board, park fly 2 core, sintered n20wfo vison base, and freestyle scoop. it doesnt look like it has the freestyle scoop, the board says park fly 1 core, sintered base. Those are the only differences i read. I also read some place that it has lighting bolts too, but no evidence on the board/sticker of that mentioned. Just looking to find what the truth is. Anyone?