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I picked up the Salomon Defenders, new this season. They have 2.5 degree cant and are the most comfortable binding I've ridden. It feels as if my feet are glued to the board with massive amount of movement forward and back, at 210 pounds I really thought I may not have enough control. I don't seem to get any discomfort from the high backs like I have with all my other bindings. The boots are Burton Ions size 10.5 US and I ride 35 degrees front and 28/29 rear both facing towards the front of the board. It really has put the fun back in soft booting for me, the Magtek on the Rossignol has given me confidence when I punch through to the crusty stuff, the board just goes where I want it to go. The chopped, tracked out and windblown are fun now, I've never been able to say that of any other board. Kipp

I've been riding a Coiler Monster and just wanted to let everyone here know how much I've been enjoying the board and how excited I am that I have found a board that has put the fun back in my soft boot carving. Bruce you are a true master, thank you for all the turns that make me giggle like a little school girl. I picked up a Rossignol XV in a 163 last year and was truly blown away by the feel of the board. From carving to wind blown snow and even the dust on crust this board ripped right through it all. The snow here at Powder is usually on the softer side and I find myself taking out the Rossi more than the Monster, although I do have a more surfy style of riding I find that I can pressure the front of the board and it always comes around like my Monster. I picked up a 174W recently and I'm railing turns and keeping my toes out of it, the only place I struggle is the steep groomed only due to the fact that I'm out of shape. If anyone here can carve and if you are looking for a good board do a little research, here is a little info from Rossignol. Kipp <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ELZ8eGCDi-k" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Bindings, I heard you have bindings. I need one set.

Specs on the nose makes me think that this would handle the soft snow well, Dragon, Bryan, am I right?

trolling 101

Yeah, sure, but I get better faster toast right?

Finally my dream of a more efficient toaster is in the near future!

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/ywqiQB4Ln2I?list=FL3EpoWh6qbeEw1PZvpNirlA" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Miss you Mom.

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/FkTi9T7Tg_w" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> Loving the internets.

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/JNbnFVBVnz0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> We're going to miss squeezing your ears when we get home. Love you forever, The Kipp's.

Can't believe the amount of snow still falling here, winter is too short.

Love those buttah turns!

I use a warm wax and I carry a rag soaked in Simple Green cleaner (undiluted) in a ziplock bag and wipe the base every so often. Keep it neatly folded and as you use it unfold it and use a new area of the rag. Keep the base wet and shiny and zip down the hill! <iframe width="420" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/uNXXJ0L-9yI" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> I do not work for or own stock in Simple Green, I just found that it helps me zip by everyone on the mountain!

He has a big appetite so it wouldn't surprise me. My son can't wait to get him up snowboarding with us. The board in the pic is the Rossignol XV, Xavier De Lu Rue's signature board, the notch in the tail actually helps while hiking- works like a KFC spork. It's been a good in between board when the carving is too soft and everything is chopped up a bit. Carves real well and the best part is I picked it up at the first of the season for half price. Not sure how to embed Vimeo videos but here's a link to a good review. http://thegoodride.com/snowboard-reviews/rossignol-xv-magtek-review-and-buying-advice/

My Grandson Ash checking out the board, he always gets a big smile when I bring one out. One year old on April 8th!:)

Powder here! (Not me again)

I had to wait for the end of the year for a Powder day, I hope you enjoyed tearing it up as much as I did. Nice tracks Johnathan! (Not me or Johnathan)

Respect for a four year old on skis with edges so sharp to slice your board, I would have asked who tunes his skis. :D How would this work for someone around 160lbs (72 kg)? Thanks, Kipp

We all know Bryan is a great guy to sell to or buy from so I don't see the point.

Love the parody, thanks for the laugh. <iframe width="420" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/y4JKOOGV35E" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Looking good to me for your second time out. I look at carving like I look at driving a semi, ease on down the road and don't force anything. Make them turns as big and round as you can and get a feel for that edge. Put BTS on your boots if you don't already have them and enjoy every turn. Kipp

Carving has been good, but need more powder. (not me)

Researching boots and found this, still laughing. Merry Christmas all you hardbooters. Kipp <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/TFfeBascudw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Thanks for the new music, that Sting guy has a great future!;) You might like this Dan: <iframe width="420" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/up3eAgRyL0s" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Two feet and crying for more at my hill. http://powdermountain.com/

After those three video's it may not be the best time to point out as my username shows I'm a Lyle Lovett fan. I do like to listen to what others listen to on the hill, If I were back on the Virus that Buell/Bola allowed me to ride I may need music with a little quicker tempo than Lyle. Kipp