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Get the 174. I've heard good things about the board, but you'll want that longer length. I've got a Donek Axxess on order in a 172 length. Can't wait to see it! Step-ins or not? That is the question. Ok, that was bad. But it's a personal choice. I went for bails. Just cause I'm more comfortable with it. I really like my softer SB 225 boots (the Lemans). With the stiff board and bindings, the softer boots give a nice feel, especially on the rest of the mountain and off the groomers. I've been out of snowboarding for a while and this is the setup I'm jumping back in with. Joel

These look really great. Do they help? I mean, will they help me improve as a snowboarder?

I have a pair of those Burton mitts too. They work quite well. Mitts all the way!

I love my mitts! They're basically an older version of these: http://www.orgear.com/home/style/home/handtools/gloves/ascent/71310

Just goes to show you that Hardbooters rule!

I hope this is OK to post. Steve, I tried to e-mail you via the address on your web site and it bounced. Would you please get in touch with me about possibly carpooling to KW some this season? Or maybe some cycling? Thanks! Joel

Steve, no, I haven't ridden down to Old Sac yet. Though we have been there a few times with the kids.

Wow! That's beautiful. We just got back from a short ride. My wife and I went out for a spin. It was fairly pleasant along the river trail.

James, I bet that was fun! I haven't had a chance to shoot a .50 BMG yet. One of these days... Hope to see you on Sunday! Joel

Count handguns too? My biggest bored gun (not shotgun anyway) is likely a 45ACP. 1911 that's been modified for IPSC. I forgot, I also have a lever rifle in 45 Colt.

Used to have a 45-70 rolling block that I used for Black Powder Sillohette (I never spell that right). Currently (not counting the slug gun), I have a Sako in 7mm Rem Mag.

I have that very board (well, one just like it)! If it's still got its camber and stiffness, it's a fun ride. I quite enjoy mine. Haven't ridden in several years though, so I have no comment on how the new boards perform vs. this one. I have a new Donek Axxess on order and plan to find out this season. Likely I'll take that Burton out at least once though. I recall it being a fun board to ride! Joel

Never had one stolen, or skis for that matter, but I always lock up my board(s).

Thanks Justin. I'll keep that in mind next time I make it in NE.

Justin, did you ever take care of the flex issue? I had that problem with a Bianchi. Turned out that the frame was just too flexy for my weight (185). I had to get a much stiffer frame. Here's a pic of my road bike. The MTB is in the garage and covered in muck. I need to clean it up.

Well, I've rectified the problem. The bike will see a lot more pavement now! I'd forgotten how relaxing it is to ride. This seems to be the year of bringing old hobbies back.

On a whim, I took my road cycle out for a ride this afternoon. I haven't been on it in 7 years or so. Last ride was a century (100 mi) on the Eastern Shore of MD. Anyway, there's a paved trail that runs along side the American river. I rode down to the trail and then up for a while and back. Really pleasant outside. Ended up riding just shy of 12 miles. It didn't take long, about 40 minutes or so. But WOW! I'm way out of shape. I'm going to have to try to do this a couple times a week for some exersize before the snow gets here. I'd forgotten how nicely that bicycle rides. It's real smooth and easy to keep at 16-17mph or so. For any of you wrenchers out there (I was a bicycle mechanic in high school), the frame and fork set is Colnago Master Light. Components are Campy Chorus. Wheels are Rolf Vector. No, it's NOT for sale! All in all, a very pleasant ride.

Yup, they were pricey. No, I didn't try the Thermoflex liners. But right now, I'm real happy with the Intuition liners, so I'm not gonna change 'em out.

To be honest, I don't know. I broke my right foot in '90 in a rock climbing fall. My foot changed shape as it healed and the arch on that foot is higher than the other foot. As a result, cork insoles are an absolute must. I also have problems with pressure on the top of that foot. My ski boots had to be blown out a little to accomodate it. I was going to have my Raichle snowboard boots blown out (SB 225) but the Intuition liners fixed the fit problem. They're great. In addition, the liners were over 15oz lighter (each) than the ones that came in the boots (not thermals). The weight savings is really nice for reducing fatigue. Bottom line is to get what fits you best.

The Intuition liners fit me perfectly. And I really like the material that lines them.

That's for sure! I've had both ski boots and my hard shell snowboard boots professionally fit. It involved cork footbeds molded to my feet, heat molded liners, and other fit work. My feet feel great! My feet feel better after a day out on the slopes than they typically do if I've been wearing shoes or sandles. Get thee to a boot fitter!

Thanks Hugh. Glad you like it!

I just don't seem to be able to ride regular at all. I surf goofy too, as well as skateboard. But it's the heelside turn that's my favorite. Always has been. So it works out just fine.

No, I don't want to part with it! I like the board. Yeah, I do. It was my first board and a demo that had never been ridden. Got it for a good price and didn't know either way. The backside carves are really solid

One of my boards is an old Burton M6, 162cm. It's a fun board to ride, though the asym cut is backwards for me (I ride goofy). Anyone else got an asym?