what is everyone rocking this snowboard season? [Archive]

2000fordfocus

Oct 4th, 2005, 01:58 AM

i can't wait for the first snow day... so board/binding/boot combo is everyone rockin this season...

this is what i got...

05 Endeavor Paavo 157
05 Technine MFM Solo
05 Vans BFB

Just google your board, looks slick! I am not too knowledgable in SB, is it any good? any suggestion for a new board? I am 6'0", 148lb.... like to do both freeride/style

bluetroll

Oct 4th, 2005, 08:41 AM

hehe, thx... i bought the board this off season... i can't wait to try it out...

i use a helmet... cuz man... it hurts sooo much wiping out on the ontario hills, it's all ice....

there's a lot of deals going on right now on board equipment.... there's a snowboard/ski show happenning at cne from oct 13-16... as for what to get?... there's a lot of choices.... and mainly it comes down to how much you want to spend.

numb555

Oct 4th, 2005, 10:01 AM

Salomon Dialogues
Jeenyus Kevin Jones
Ride SPI

bluetroll

Oct 4th, 2005, 12:19 PM

Salomon Dialogues
Jeenyus Kevin Jones
Ride SPI

that's a nice lookin board man... how's it ride?

Brandon

Oct 4th, 2005, 01:14 PM

03 Option Supercap
04 or 03 Technine Nico Droz
Some ****** Firefly boots, need more money this season to buy new boots!

2000fordfocus

Oct 4th, 2005, 01:59 PM

Man, I can't wait until the season start!!! Do you guys wax your own board or take them out for waxing?

numb555

Oct 4th, 2005, 02:20 PM

that's a nice lookin board man... how's it ride?

Its a sweet ride, cuz my previous was a beginner's board in the Burton Cruzer ... The Jeenyus is so much faster compare to the Cruzer, and so much more stable...its like night and day, on the turns also. Can't wait for the season to start.

How are your MFM? I always wanted to try the Baltimore toe.

bluetroll

Oct 4th, 2005, 02:28 PM

Man, I can't wait until the season start!!! Do you guys wax your own board or take them out for waxing?

ya i wax my own board, it's really easy... the first few times takes longer because you need to figure out how to do the tips and also just learning how to scrape the wax off...

How are your MFM? I always wanted to try the Baltimore toe.

the MFMs are sweet, having the heel always lock in, is great... it could be me, but i find the turning response better with it... on the otherhand... the MFM Solo is, i find a bit on the heavy side...

My first board was a Lamar Endless, top of the line Lamar board, pretty good to learn on... but i wanted something better... so i went with Endeavor

i'm headed to Tremblant in the beginning of December.... i sooooo can't wait... then afterwards it's back to crummy ol' Craptario hills...

bluetroll

Oct 4th, 2005, 02:30 PM

03 Option Supercap
04 or 03 Technine Nico Droz
Some ****** Firefly boots, need more money this season to buy new boots!

i've heard good things about the Supercap... what kinda style do u ride?

futureshop.ca_is_the_best

Oct 4th, 2005, 02:34 PM

05 nitro voltage
05 k2 formulas
05 salomon f20
spy soldiers!

bluetroll

Oct 4th, 2005, 02:56 PM

have u seen the new MFM Spy Soldier???..... it looks sick in the Denver Nuggets colourway.

futureshop.ca_is_the_best

Oct 4th, 2005, 02:57 PM

have u seen the new MFM Spy Soldier???..... it looks sick in the Denver Nuggets colourway.
ya its nice but i like mine better

Brandon

Oct 4th, 2005, 04:30 PM

i've heard good things about the Supercap... what kinda style do u ride?

Freeride, jumps here and there.

WiZZLa

Oct 4th, 2005, 07:43 PM

I'm just going to walk around with H/H gear.

Migger

Oct 4th, 2005, 11:52 PM

I can't wait either... this is what I'm rockin..

'04/'05 Endeavor Live 163 W
'03 Ride EX Bindings
some old Salomon boot

bluetroll

Oct 5th, 2005, 12:01 AM

hey migger... my buddy just picked up that board....

man... i sooo can't wait to try out the Paavo.

Migger

Oct 5th, 2005, 04:07 PM

Yeah, it's my first "real" board... it'll be my 3rd year boarding... my first board was a crappy Firefly one that I got here for fairly cheap.. it did the job.

I hear great things about Endeavor, even though they're just a fairly small company... I can't wait to ride!

mjl_toronto

Oct 5th, 2005, 04:17 PM

I'm cruisin' on a '04 Neversummer Premier, '05 32 Lashed, and currently an '02 Ride EX but looking to upgrade the bindings 'cuz they suck.

bluetroll

Oct 5th, 2005, 11:07 PM

my endeavor paavo board i got for cheap.... i paid i think $375 for it.... end of season... this board was also on Transworld's Top Ten Good Wood of 2005

hey mjl_toronto... BURTON CARTELS!.... i wanted to get the Lashed... but everywhere was sold out... so i ended up with the Vans BFB...

ProfessorChaos

Oct 5th, 2005, 11:08 PM

you suck!

mjl_toronto

Oct 6th, 2005, 03:56 PM

hey mjl_toronto... BURTON CARTELS!.... i wanted to get the Lashed... but everywhere was sold out... so i ended up with the Vans BFB...

yeah, the cartels are near the top of my list. Just gotta find a good deal on them.

bluetroll

Oct 6th, 2005, 04:15 PM

they're on my list too... but they cost just way too much.... even on ebay you hafta spend about $300...

you should check out the ski/snowboard show next weekend.... i'm sure they'll hafta great prices on last years stuff...

i'm gonna check it out... maybe pick up another pair of goggles... i have Dragon DX w/ amber lens... i'm hoping they'll have clear lenses for sale there... i'll need it for night boarding.

PennyArcade

Oct 6th, 2005, 07:56 PM

I'm going with what I had last year:

04 Burton Air
04 Burton Missons
04 Burton Freestyles

I finally got contacts, so I want to get a nice pair of goggles.

can't wait for snow!

ProfessorChaos

Oct 6th, 2005, 09:58 PM

I finally got contacts, so I want to get a nice pair of goggles.

How about some Smith Prodigys? Or Spy Soldiers? or Oakley Wisdoms.....Im rocking Dragon FOIL goggles...good stuff

2000fordfocus

Oct 6th, 2005, 10:42 PM

I use a pair of cheap goggle... Looking for new one too, but has to support helmet and prescription glasses... any suggestions?

bluetroll

Oct 7th, 2005, 12:34 AM

I use a pair of cheap goggle... Looking for new one too, but has to support helmet and prescription glasses... any suggestions?

i think the Smith Prodigy is your best bet.....

i have dragon DX goggles, i've tried to fit my glasses inside em... no dice...

Migger

Oct 7th, 2005, 12:26 PM

Hey, is anyone going to the Ski & Snowboard show?

bluetroll

Oct 7th, 2005, 02:21 PM

i'll be there... but i'm only shopping for accessories.... and i need to pick up my blue mountain season pass there too.

futureshop.ca_is_the_best

Oct 7th, 2005, 02:26 PM

Hey, is anyone going to the Ski & Snowboard show?
when? where? and how much?

bluetroll

Oct 7th, 2005, 02:28 PM

http://www.sportsmensshows.com/SkiShow/

Automotive Building, Exhibition Place

Oct 13-16

bluetroll

Oct 11th, 2005, 11:30 PM

nobody else snowboards here?

Zippity

Dec 1st, 2005, 06:57 PM

There are probably tons of boarders here.

Myself included :D

you guys been out yet?

bluetroll

Dec 1st, 2005, 11:33 PM

i'm headed out to tremblant next week.... omg i hope there's snow.

jollyeskimo

Dec 1st, 2005, 11:36 PM

Going to bluemountain for probably an overnight-er with some friends... same old salomon boots/skis that I've been using for a few years now. Probably not even going to bother bringing my poles this year... hardly ever use them at all now.

Zippity

Dec 2nd, 2005, 12:47 AM

Man...

That reminds me so much of what it's like out east.

here you go:
http://www.tremblant.ca/mountain/winter/xsl_snow_report-e.htm

bluetroll

Dec 2nd, 2005, 09:54 AM

Man...

That reminds me so much of what it's like out east.

here you go:
http://www.tremblant.ca/mountain/winter/xsl_snow_report-e.htm

hahaha.. it sucks, don't it?

mikey69

Dec 2nd, 2005, 09:59 AM

Hey does anyone here want to sell their board and bindings
I"m just a beginner

Migger

Dec 2nd, 2005, 10:51 AM

Hey does anyone here want to sell their board and bindings
I"m just a beginner

What size board/bindings are you looking for?

check ideal snowboard size using www.snowboardlengthcalculator.com (http://www.snowboardlengthcalculator.com)

I've got a used Firfly board, sz 163, and a pair of Ride LX bindings, '03-'04 model possibly for sale.

rabcede

Dec 2nd, 2005, 11:29 AM

I use a pair of cheap goggle... Looking for new one too, but has to support helmet and prescription glasses... any suggestions?

i just got smith prodigy's with a "turbo fan" .. looked gimmicky but i think it will help with the fogging up glasses thing especially in the winter, and unfortunately, they're not cheap.
i know i found this thread late, and you probably already bought .. just putting it out there

bluetroll

Dec 2nd, 2005, 04:58 PM

i just got smith prodigy's with a "turbo fan" .. looked gimmicky but i think it will help with the fogging up glasses thing especially in the winter, and unfortunately, they're not cheap.
i know i found this thread late, and you probably already bought .. just putting it out there

prodigys are such nice goggles.... i tried on a pair when i was at the ski/snowboard show.... i wanted to get a pair but i love my dragons more.

Zippity

Dec 2nd, 2005, 10:02 PM

Got smith goggles too. Found em cheap - and they work amazingly well. NEver had em fog up! But they have little air holes all around the top, so that might be part of the reason.

80cm on the hills here... Guess where I'll be tomorrow :D

Anessa

Dec 3rd, 2005, 01:03 AM

Using some Head skis, bindings and boots.

Zippity

Dec 3rd, 2005, 11:01 PM

HOLY !#$!@$# that was cold.

Glad that I had a full face mask, or I'd be dying.

Them thar hills are awesome.

bluetroll

Dec 5th, 2005, 06:40 PM

just got back from my first day this season at Mont-Tremblant....

it's going to be painful tomorrow....

they actually have quite a bit of snow here, considering it was +10 last week.

mingcourt

Dec 5th, 2005, 08:46 PM

just got back from my first day this season at Mont-Tremblant....

it's going to be painful tomorrow....

they actually have quite a bit of snow here, considering it was +10 last week.

how was it? im going during the new year!! cant wait!!!

bluetroll

Dec 5th, 2005, 09:39 PM

it was pretty good,

there's still a LOT of snow making going on, they got jets blasting snow everywhere....

by new years, it'll be high season, they'll definitely have all the runs open...

food is crazy expensive here tho.

mjl_toronto

Jan 11th, 2006, 06:00 PM

I've finally done it. I completed my ultimate snowboard gear I'll ride for life (well, maybe 2-3 years).

2004 Never Summer Premier, 161cm
http://www.boardroomshop.com/MAIN/prodimages/images/lg_410159.jpg

2005 32 Lashed
http://www.skatehaven.com/images/32_lashed_blk_big.jpg

and finally, 2005 Burton Cartel
http://mirror06.burton.com/images/gear/pp/B6091103.jpg

jazzyc4t

Jan 12th, 2006, 09:14 AM

This is my first season snowboarding and I am having a blast learning to carve. I am aiming to go at least every other weekend until the end of the season. :)

I am currently rocking:
06 Ride Timeless Board
06 Burton Custom Bindings
06 Burton Moto Boots

bluetroll

Jan 12th, 2006, 02:16 PM

you guys got some nice stuff... i was gonna buy the Lashed, but i went with the Vans BFB

Brandon

Jan 12th, 2006, 02:21 PM

03 Option Supercap
04 or 03 Technine Nico Droz
Some ****** Firefly boots, need more money this season to buy new boots!

Same as last year!

So far I've went to Blue Mountain twice and Mont Cascades twice. Hopefully I'll hit up Tremblant a few times!

bluetroll

Jan 12th, 2006, 02:51 PM

Same as last year!

So far I've went to Blue Mountain twice and Mont Cascades twice. Hopefully I'll hit up Tremblant a few times!

oh man, tremblant is sweet, but it's all machine made snow.... i remember coming back from tremblant, going to Blue, i was SOOOO disappointed.

i'm going to Jay Peak, Vermont on Feb 3-5, I CAN'T WAIT!!!..REAL powder!!!....

Brandon

Jan 12th, 2006, 04:46 PM

oh man, tremblant is sweet, but it's all machine made snow.... i remember coming back from tremblant, going to Blue, i was SOOOO disappointed.

i'm going to Jay Peak, Vermont on Feb 3-5, I CAN'T WAIT!!!..REAL powder!!!....

Last year one time I went to Tremblant and it was right after a very heavy snowfall. It was maybe 20-40cm thick powder (FRESH!) on all the runs there, it was so nice!

mjl_toronto

Jan 12th, 2006, 09:32 PM

Last year one time I went to Tremblant and it was right after a very heavy snowfall. It was maybe 20-40cm thick powder (FRESH!) on all the runs there, it was so nice!
I must be cursed 'cuz I went to Vermont 2 years ago and it rained. When I went to Whistler last year, it also rained. I was hoping to go to Vermont this year. Hey bluetroll, I'm willing to take bribes not to go when you do :cheesygri

bluetroll

Jan 13th, 2006, 12:59 AM

I must be cursed 'cuz I went to Vermont 2 years ago and it rained. When I went to Whistler last year, it also rained. I was hoping to go to Vermont this year. Hey bluetroll, I'm willing to take bribes not to go when you do :cheesygri

haha... man u got some really bad luck... don't come on the 3rd... haha...

i'm just hoping this freak warm weather turns around quick so we can get some SNOW! all this rain is killing the season.

futureshop.ca_is_the_best

Jan 31st, 2006, 12:58 PM

at what degrees do you guys set your bindings at?
right now mine's at -15 and +15

bluetroll

Jan 31st, 2006, 05:19 PM

mine are at F18, R12.... i might give 15, 15 a try.... probably good for riding switch.

ProfessorChaos

Jan 31st, 2006, 06:14 PM

at what degrees do you guys set your bindings at?
right now mine's at -15 and +15

12 , -6 for me

PennyArcade

Jan 31st, 2006, 06:32 PM

haha... man u got some really bad luck... don't come on the 3rd... haha...

i'm just hoping this freak warm weather turns around quick so we can get some SNOW! all this rain is killing the season.

I totally agree. This weather is crazy. Even though the hills are still open, I have no desire to go due to the warm weather.

Oh well, at least I'm not like my friend that bought brand new gear this season :)

CSR

Feb 7th, 2006, 05:56 PM

Any one want to comment on the ski and snowboard show, how are the prices?

liquid_paper

Feb 10th, 2006, 11:55 PM

I've finally done it. I completed my ultimate snowboard gear I'll ride for life (well, maybe 2-3 years)....
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nice set...i'm riding the same 2004 NS Premier 159cm, 2005 T9 MFM Solos, and 2006 Forum Recon BOAs...

bluetroll

Feb 11th, 2006, 01:24 AM

t9 mfm solos suck eh?... the rachets are trash....

liquid_paper

Feb 11th, 2006, 04:44 PM

t9 mfm solos suck eh?... the rachets are trash....

the ratchets aren't that bad...sometimes they'll feel like they're about to fall off..i won't lie...but i don't mind them...

bluetroll

Feb 11th, 2006, 05:10 PM

you should call technine.... they'll send you new rachets from the combo's... they're way better

ProfessorChaos

Feb 11th, 2006, 05:36 PM

you should call technine.... they'll send you new rachets from the combo's... they're way better

to add to that post...."they'll send you new rachets FOR FREE" :)

im on t9 combo's but intend to switch over to Ride SPi's very soon

liquid_paper

Feb 11th, 2006, 06:03 PM

to add to that post...."they'll send you new rachets FOR FREE" :)

ahhh..thanks for the tip guys...i'll see what happens..

CSR

Feb 11th, 2006, 06:39 PM

anyone got googles for sale

bluetroll

Feb 11th, 2006, 06:48 PM

get Dragon's off ebay.... they're around 30 bucks.

mjl_toronto

Feb 11th, 2006, 09:32 PM

nice set...i'm riding the same 2004 NS Premier 159cm, 2005 T9 MFM Solos, and 2006 Forum Recon BOAs...
thx :cheesygri

prynce_qt

Feb 11th, 2006, 09:34 PM

anyone got googles for sale

check out MEC, they got bolle shark goggles for $22. I bought 2 pairs, works great on the slopes. The lenses are pretty strong too, I don't know why snow goggles have such cheap feeling lenses, even the $100+ ones.

ProfessorChaos

Feb 12th, 2006, 12:26 AM

I don't know why snow goggles have such cheap feeling lenses, even the $100+ ones.

then you obviously haven't checked out the oakley wisdoms/a-frames and the like..anon figment's, etc....

Necrosis

Feb 16th, 2006, 02:54 AM

Any one want to comment on the ski and snowboard show, how are the prices?

When I went a few years ago, the deals were really good.. but I went again this year and there's not much. Although some of the retailers were selling some of the 06 equipment cheaper than they would normally at their stores. That's about it, nothing really that spectacular.

My setup: Burton Custom 156, Ride LS, DC Phantoms
Really want some new bindings though.. how are the high end Rides? I was thinking of switching over to high end burtons, but was also considering the Flight.

bluetroll

Feb 16th, 2006, 09:02 AM

a lot of ppl say that Ride SPi, Team, Flight are among the best. Also Rome 390's.... and by high end burton you mean P1 and C60....

what kinda riding do you do?

ProfessorChaos

Feb 22nd, 2006, 12:40 AM

Really want some new bindings though.. how are the high end Rides? I was thinking of switching over to high end burtons, but was also considering the Flight.

I've got a pair of 06 Ride SPi's on the way so I'll let you know how those ride when I get 'em.

The Ride Tomcat, Team, SPi are great along with Rome 390's(soon to be renamed Rome Arsenals)

Depending on what kind of riding you do, you definitely want an upgrade from low-end Ride's...anything < SPi is trash compared to the high-end stuff.

With Burton, you should really look for P1's...a godly binding. But I prefer to stay away from them although the look of Burton Cartel's and P1's are sweet..I just can't imagine having a full plastic binding...They are pretty damn light for bindings though...and I heard they feel very very comfortable.

IMO, whatever you choose, it's a good choice....but I would stay away from Drake, Technine, SP, Flux and Forum...NOT BURTON MISSIONS...they blow.

My recommendations...Ride SPi, Team, Tomcat, Burton P1, Cartel, Rome 390.

babychai

Feb 22nd, 2006, 08:29 AM

I use a pair of cheap goggle... Looking for new one too, but has to support helmet and prescription glasses... any suggestions?

This user's selling OTG goggles which means they fit over your glasses.
http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252590

raptorfan

Feb 22nd, 2006, 10:51 AM

Has anyone been here? comments on selection (including skateboard stuff) & prices? worth the drive from Brampton?

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mingcourt

Feb 27th, 2006, 08:47 PM

i went on a fun box the other day, and i got a bunch of black stuff on the bottom of my board... i am not really worried about how it looks, but whether or not it'll dirty my clothes/car when i carry it...

any idea what it is? i tried the lemon juice(cause im getting it waxed anyway, and needed to get the old layer off) but nothing significant :/

bluetroll

Feb 28th, 2006, 01:21 PM

its probably the dirt/rust from the box scraped into the bottom of the board..... if you can't scrub it out, it probably won't stain your jacket.

cubalis

Mar 1st, 2006, 06:19 PM

It's a bit late for this me on this thread, but wth.

2000 (yes 2000 - lol) Burton FL 162. Need a replacement, going to jump on a custom x at the end of the year when sales start.
2005 Burton Mision SI bindings
2005 Burton Filament boots
06 bonfire pants/jacket

Need to get up some more this year. My lady just bought herself some Rossignol bandit B1's (skis) so I think we'll head up some more. I love having Fernie, Kimberley, and Panorama all within a 1hr drive :D

bluetroll

Mar 3rd, 2006, 11:27 AM

dam... Custom X.... good choice!... it must be nice to have REAL mountains around you.

2000fordfocus

Mar 3rd, 2006, 03:09 PM

Picture I took a few weeks back:

http://img486.imageshack.us/img486/8820/dsc0185d70slenser9wt.jpg
http://img473.imageshack.us/img473/669/dsc0121er9ah.jpg
http://img127.imageshack.us/img127/933/dsc0122er0sd.jpg
http://img473.imageshack.us/img473/7154/dsc0123er0by.jpg
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Demon_Twinz

Nov 6th, 2006, 09:13 PM

a oldie but a goodie

i just got my setup

Burton Custom X 2005 160
Burton P1 Wingtip 2007
Burton Fader boots 2005

SquealADeal

Nov 23rd, 2006, 01:45 PM

bluetroll

Nov 23rd, 2006, 02:08 PM

my money is pre-season will start after dec 8.

mrfrostyman

Nov 23rd, 2006, 02:45 PM

04 Atlantis Dragon 157
07 Elan Neon's
05 Burton Tributes

I am getting a new board next year, lookin at a 161 or a 159. Then new boots the year after. The board is ok, but a bit tiny and not very good in powder(for the rare times i find myself in it) Just got the elans, look awesome and can't wait to try them out. They look and feel 10x better than my old ones. Tributes are meh. Got them for 50 bucks at the board show last year, cant complain for the price, just wanting better stuff now.

lost~user

Nov 23rd, 2006, 03:33 PM

Board: 07 - Burton Barron ES
Boots: 07 - Burton Ion
Bindings: 06 Team Flow

I've have major Snowboard fever this year and can't wait! Any bets on when the first snowfall worthy of opening the Ontario hills will be?

Nice set up man! I can't imagine it being cheap! but damn! I can't believe you have those awesome bindings!
__________________________________________________ ___________________________

Tributes are meh. Got them for 50 bucks at the board show last year, cant complain for the price, just wanting better stuff now.

Welcome to the world of boarding!

Hope the snow will come down so the season can start already! AT least in the GTA.

05 Head I.Con 162
07 Flow NXT FR
07 Burton Ruler

Next season will try and go for a nicer board... but just have to wait!

SquealADeal

Nov 23rd, 2006, 06:38 PM

Nice set up man! I can't imagine it being cheap! but damn! I can't believe you have those awesome bindings!

You'd be very surprised.

Board: 07 - Burton Baron ES ($525US incl Shipping - no duties)
Boots: 07 - Burton Ion ($310US incl Shipping - no duties)
Bindings: 06 Team Flow ($310US incl Shipping + $80 CND Duties)

All of this stuff was brand new with tags off of eBay. I spent some good coin here, but when you compare it to the retail price or Canadian store price, it was a STEAL!

SquealADeal

Nov 23rd, 2006, 06:43 PM

my money is pre-season will start after dec 8.

You might be right

http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/14day/pages/CAON0158.htm?CAON0158

el_diablo007

Nov 23rd, 2006, 10:19 PM

Hope to be on the slopes by the second week of December!

Board: Ride Prophet 156
Bindings: Ride SPi
Boots: Burton Boxer

lost~user

Nov 24th, 2006, 10:25 AM

You'd be very surprised.

Board: 07 - Burton Baron ES ($525US incl Shipping - no duties)
Boots: 07 - Burton Ion ($310US incl Shipping - no duties)
Bindings: 06 Team Flow ($310US incl Shipping + $80 CND Duties)

All of this stuff was brand new with tags off of eBay. I spent some good coin here, but when you compare it to the retail price or Canadian store price, it was a STEAL!

Yea, don't think I can quite comit myself that much $$$ to boarding just yet. But yea, I know you'll definitely enjoy ur season.... Although.. I can't complain about my own set-up... but DAMN.... ur set-up is sweet!

TheFuteballer

Nov 24th, 2006, 12:06 PM

lost~user

Nov 24th, 2006, 02:49 PM

Just got my new board! :D

Board: 07 Rome Anthem ($680 @ Sporting Life - got it for $550 off ebay)
Boots: 05 Burton Ruler (not the best but it does its job)
Bindings: 05 Burton Customs (can't go wrong with customs)

Can't wait to go Lake Tahoe for the winter break!

Nice Board! I have the 07 Rulers and man.. they are sweet... def. not the best.. but they're still great! Can you post a link to Lake Tahoe?

TheFuteballer

Nov 24th, 2006, 09:20 PM

Nice Board! I have the 07 Rulers and man.. they are sweet... def. not the best.. but they're still great! Can you post a link to Lake Tahoe?

Starting from farthest south, www.bearmtn.com, www.mammothmountain.com, and www.northstarattahoe.com

I'll be spending time at all 3 of these places :)

SquealADeal

Nov 25th, 2006, 11:18 AM

Yea, don't think I can quite comit myself that much $$$ to boarding just yet. But yea, I know you'll definitely enjoy ur season.... Although.. I can't complain about my own set-up... but DAMN.... ur set-up is sweet!

Thanks, I can't wait to use em now. Looks like the 14 day forecast is slowly changing from snow into rain though :-(

One problem I've run into, I thought the seller told me he had the base plate connection to work with Burton boards... It doesn't... I've been hitting up a few stores and looking online for the part, but can't find it. It seems like it will be easy to find a plastic one, but the Team Flow's have a metal (magnesium) base plate.

Anyone have any suggestions? I've e-mailed flow, I guess if anyone will have it they will.

bluetroll

Nov 25th, 2006, 11:35 AM

SquealADeal

Nov 25th, 2006, 12:00 PM

you probably need to goto a Flow authorized shop....

i know some companies don't make the burton 3-hole pattern just because how tight burton is by being different, making ppl buy their board/bindings.

I was in Burlington yesterday and went to Surfers Paradise� They have a pretty big lineup of Flow products... No luck there though. I'm surprised I can't even find something like this on eBay. I guess I'll wait and see what flow replies with.

SquealADeal

Nov 25th, 2006, 05:40 PM

Well, it looks like Flow never produced a magnesium Burton disc for these. The closest I can get is composite.

aflyingcow

Nov 25th, 2006, 07:14 PM

I just completed my Salomon set up... i'm riding:

Salomon Pulse 160
Salomon Dialogues
Salomon SPX Pros

Plus Salomon pants and gloves.

curtis

Nov 25th, 2006, 07:46 PM

Up there today, the grass on the hill couldn't be greener and the weather couldn't be warmer...

Better get cold soon!

You might be right

http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/14day/pages/CAON0158.htm?CAON0158

ProfessorChaos

Nov 26th, 2006, 03:33 AM

in the sig

Spongeboy

Nov 26th, 2006, 07:33 PM

Just recently put this together. Wanted a Ride board, but it was sold-out so had to settle for a Burton. It's a little too good for my current skill level, but the idea was to have plenty of room to progress.

Going to Whistler for the first time this year, anyone have any tips on things (e.g. bars, restaurants, etc.) to check-out in the Villiage?

Setup:
'06 Burton Se7en
'06 Burton Ion boots
'07 Burton Mission bindings

lost~user

Nov 27th, 2006, 10:24 AM

Starting from farthest south, www.bearmtn.com, www.mammothmountain.com, and www.northstarattahoe.com

I'll be spending time at all 3 of these places :)

Lucky guy! I can't wait to jump on my board... it's just a matter of having the right weather for it. I can't believe Vancouver got a bunch of snow this weekend and we have 17+ temperatures here in the GTA. I hope mother nature wakes up and realizes that it's winter in Toronto and give us some damn snow.

One problem I've run into, I thought the seller told me he had the base plate connection to work with Burton boards... It doesn't... I've been hitting up a few stores and looking online for the part, but can't find it. It seems like it will be easy to find a plastic one, but the Team Flow's have a metal (magnesium) base plate.

I know Boardsports (www.boardsports.ca) is also an authorized dealer of Flow bindings. I also think Hogtown (http://www.hogtownextreme.com) has a few high end Flow products as well. I really dunno anywhere else that might be able to help

Just recently put this together. Wanted a Ride board, but it was sold-out so had to settle for a Burton.

Setup:
'06 Burton Se7en
'06 Burton Ion boots
'07 Burton Mission bindings

Hey Se7en's aren't that bad either even IF they are last year's model. but damn.. u got nice boots! How come everyone has nicer gear then I do?!?!?! :lol:

slippy

Nov 27th, 2006, 12:43 PM

My first setup, have no clue about the years

Option GT3
Flow MK4
Forum Expo

Can't wait for the season can start so I can try these out!
All the other times I've used rentals.

lost~user

Nov 27th, 2006, 01:47 PM

oh man, dude, that set up feels heavy... you're really gonna feel the weight of everything after lunch. But the good will be how strong your leg is gonna get from having this set up....

My first setup, have no clue about the years

Option GT3
Flow MK4
Forum Expo

Can't wait for the season can start so I can try these out!
All the other times I've used rentals.

Spongeboy

Nov 27th, 2006, 02:54 PM

Hey Se7en's aren't that bad either even IF they are last year's model. but damn.. u got nice boots! How come everyone has nicer gear then I do?!?!?! :lol:

Haha, yeah the boots are super comfy. I got the Ions this year (new) with a decent discount. I guess they just wanted to clear out old the old stock.

M.D.

Nov 27th, 2006, 02:56 PM

what do you guys think of the salomon f20's?

slippy

Nov 27th, 2006, 06:16 PM

oh man, dude, that set up feels heavy... you're really gonna feel the weight of everything after lunch. But the good will be how strong your leg is gonna get from having this set up....

haha yeah i'll get good with this heavy set
then upgrade to the lightest in a few years and i'll be flying :D

lost~user

Nov 28th, 2006, 09:53 AM

Haha, yeah the boots are super comfy. I got the Ions this year (new) with a decent discount. I guess they just wanted to clear out old the old stock.

Did u buy it during the Ski and Snowboard show? If you got it $300 or under they're well worth it!!!

haha yeah i'll get good with this heavy set
then upgrade to the lightest in a few years and i'll be flying :D

yea, plus u'll have the endurance go to from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm.... :D

Spongeboy

Nov 28th, 2006, 10:43 AM

Did u buy it during the Ski and Snowboard show? If you got it $300 or under they're well worth it!!!

I got the '06 Ions at SportingLife for exactly $300 even. I think the original price was around $430 or something like that. :) You know your boots!

lost~user

Nov 28th, 2006, 11:00 AM

I got the '06 Ions at SportingLife for exactly $300 even. I think the original price was around $430 or something like that. :) You know your boots!

:lol: nice... Did they custom mold it for you too? b/c that's a really good service they have...
The reason that I knew was b/c I was in the market for a new pair...

Spongeboy

Nov 28th, 2006, 11:12 AM

:lol: nice... Did they custom mold it for you too? b/c that's a really good service they have...
The reason that I knew was b/c I was in the market for a new pair...

Custom mold it? I thought the EVA mold was heat activated by wearing it for a while... I'm guessing i'm missing a step somewhere in between?

el_diablo007

Nov 28th, 2006, 02:40 PM

They bake/heat up the inside liner of your boot then make ya stand in it for 15 minutes. It reduces the break in time of the boot by about half and usually gives a better fit in the long run.

lost~user

Nov 28th, 2006, 04:58 PM

Custom mold it? I thought the EVA mold was heat activated by wearing it for a while... I'm guessing i'm missing a step somewhere in between?

They bake/heat up the inside liner of your boot then make ya stand in it for 15 minutes. It reduces the break in time of the boot by about half and usually gives a better fit in the long run.

And man is it ever cozy when they do that....kinda like a warm dry hot tub.... :D if that makes any sense.... :P

Spongeboy

Nov 28th, 2006, 06:28 PM

And man is it ever cozy when they do that....kinda like a warm dry hot tub.... :D if that makes any sense.... :P

And they do this for you at SportingLife?

lost~user

Nov 29th, 2006, 09:33 AM

And they do this for you at SportingLife?

Yea, I'm surprised they didn't do this for you when you bought the boots... b/c the service is well worth it... b/c u don't wear out your boot as much if they pre-mold it for you.

raptorfan

Nov 29th, 2006, 12:29 PM

thoughts on these...i purchased the Flow FL55 bindings for my son for $130. Is this a decent price? Should I keep these or try to score the Flow Flite 1 off Ebay instead? We purchased all used gear for him to try it out 2 years ago and now have to start replacing as he is getting bigger. It was a good cheap way to outfit him to see if he would enjoy the sport. Turned out to be a snowboard junkie! :lol: If I hear when is it going to snow one more time....

Anyway, thoughts on the bindings?

lost~user

Nov 29th, 2006, 01:04 PM

thoughts on these...i purchased the Flow FL55 bindings for my son for $130. Is this a decent price? Should I keep these or try to score the Flow Flite 1 off Ebay instead?

Anyway, thoughts on the bindings?

The Flow bindings you bought your son are heavy! I'm guessing that you bought them @ Sportmart huh? They actually had them on sale a last month for $99... anyways, it's a waste for me to talk about the past. I think you're better off calling Boardzone.ca (http://www.boardzone.com/snow/index.cfm) (905) 738-8644, they might have some of last year's Flow bindings and it might be around the $100 - $120 range.

I know Sportchek has a promotion where when you buy a pair of snowboard boots you can get bindings @ 20% off....
http://www.flyermall.com/web/flyer/flyerPreview.html?pNo=3&sid=386

If you want more info you can go to Flow's website and download the old Catalogs in PDF format found here (http://www.flow.com/en/downloads/catalogs.html).
Actually I don't see the FL-55's anywhere so I'm assuming that they're out before2004. If your son doesn't mind the weight I think he'll be fine with the FL-55's

raptorfan

Nov 29th, 2006, 01:57 PM

Spongeboy

Nov 29th, 2006, 02:05 PM

:arrowu: sorry for my ignorance...does a "heavy" binding affect performance & how? At what point is a binding considered heavy? He is 11, is the FL55 going to be a problem? Any personal, affordable recommendations? He likes the release back. Thanks for the info, i'll give them a call. What do you think about trying to get the Flite type from Ebay?

thanks!

PS all i can picture is Wayne Brady snowboarding when i see your posts :lol:

They carry a decent selection of Flow bindings at Sport Swap. And their pricing isn't too bad either, maybe give them a call? They have a deal where if you buy a board (new), you can bring it back within 2 yrs for 50% of the original purchase price in store credit. Not bad if you have a growing kid. They also carry a decent selection of used stuff, and recently had a huge anniversary sale so stuff might still be on sale. Don't know if the 50%-back applies to bindings as well though, may be worth a quick phone call.

If you do go instore, try to get Patrick or Brian, they were very patient, knowledgeable, and super-friendly when I was there helping a friend get her first snowboard setup.

SportSwap (http://www.sportswap.com/index.html)

lost~user

Nov 29th, 2006, 02:25 PM

:arrowu: sorry for my ignorance...does a "heavy" binding affect performance & how? At what point is a binding considered heavy? He is 11, is the FL55 going to be a problem? Any personal, affordable recommendations? He likes the release back. Thanks for the info, i'll give them a call. What do you think about trying to get the Flite type from Ebay?

thanks!

PS all i can picture is Wayne Brady snowboarding when i see your posts :lol:

:lol: Wayne Brady on a snowboard! Well they stand out huh? anyway, when I said "heavy" is that older Flow bindings generally weigh more then their counterpart strap bindings. It just means that you're son is gonna get really strong legs, or his legs are gonna feel tired early that's all... but I don't think a pound or two is gonna affect him THAT much... man if he has FL55's he must have some big feet!!!

raptorfan

Nov 29th, 2006, 02:41 PM

mens size 7 - 7.5. thanks everyone for your recommendations, i'll check them out.

lost~user

Nov 29th, 2006, 02:49 PM

mens size 7 - 7.5. thanks everyone for your recommendations, i'll check them out.

I hope u have Medium FL55's or else your son is gonna slide a bit while in his bindings!

raptorfan

Nov 29th, 2006, 03:40 PM

no, they sold us large.

Downloaded the Flow binding chart and came up with these 3. What's the best for a kid boarding locally & ocassionally at Horseshoe, Glen Eden etc, not quite doing the boxes but getting there very soon. I want something he won't outgrow quickly.

AMP9
AMP5
MK4

What's the major difference other than price? This stuff is confusing! :)

lost~user

Nov 29th, 2006, 04:47 PM

Downloaded the Flow binding chart and came up with these 3. What's the best for a kid boarding locally & ocassionally at Horseshoe, Glen Eden etc, not quite doing the boxes but getting there very soon. I want something he won't outgrow quickly.

AMP9
AMP5
MK4

What's the major difference other than price? This stuff is confusing! :)

Mainly...how fancy does it have to be? The FL's, MK's and the Flite's are their low end product... these are just the intro gear, bare basics.... Not the most sturdy, and not likely to be the most comfortable. If this was a car, I'd rate it as a Kia Sorrento.

When you move into the AMP styles, the base plates are different. The highbacks have a bit of cushioning. Customizability according to moving screws around for a tighter fit, a more comfortable fit. Until this year, the AMP series were their mid to high end bindings... I'd you can stick your son with the AMP5 for now, this will take him to the terrian park and he'll learn to land with these bindings pretty well. the AMP9 bindings of this season have 2 ratches which are on the top two straps of the tongue, which means it's easier to customize. If this was a car, it would be like a Honda Civic....

this year they've introduced NXT baseplates, which are their essientially their high end bindings. Which have more customized settings, and a lighter binding. All the NXT models this year has 4 ratches, which makes it soo nice to have. I'm getting really stoked because I'm getting these tonite! Anyways, I'm getting off track... I would rate these are pretty much the Lexus ES 350.

They also have their HIGHEST model... the Team... which is over $500 but it's their lighest binding to date... it comes with two tonges, one for free ride and one for freestyle, and they BOTH have mini ratches.... this is the Porche 911, or Mazerrati of Flow bindings.

Anyways, I hope this helps...